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The Peaceful Creatives Podcast

Welcome to The Peaceful Creatives Podcast with Cat Byrne - Founder and Creative Director of Gatto, my own dream creative business and mentor for creative service providers who want to build a peaceful, sustainable and joyful creative business by booking in advance, connecting with and attracting their perfect people and becoming confident creative experts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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21:16

Why I Don’t Launch My Creative Services

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/10/02

You don’t have to launch your creative services to be fully booked.In today’s episode, I’m sharing the real reason I don’t launch my design studio services - and what I do instead to keep my calendar consistently booked with dreamy clients (without the panic or pressure).Because while launches can work, they’re not the only way - and they’re definitely not the most peaceful way for everyone. I’ve found a strategy that supports my energy, gives me flexibility, and doesn’t rely on short bursts of

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28:54

The Steps That Take You From Burnout-Prone to...

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/09/25

If your business leaves you constantly overwhelmed, overbooked or feeling uneasy, like things aren't working in the way you want them to - this episode is for you.I’m walking you through the difference between a burnout-prone business and one that’s been intentionally built to support you long-term - without the daily stress and overwhelm. Because it’s not about working harder or adding more to your plate… it’s about building a business that gives you space, steadiness and sustainability.This

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1:36:52

The Creatives Who Got Booked Up Peacefully - Group...

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/09/19

Today I'm sharing something a little different - the replay of my recent panel with fellow creative service providers - The Creatives Who Got Booked Up Peacefully!In this live panel, I sat down with three amazing BNB members to have a real, honest chat about what it actually takes to build a booked-up creative business that feels calm and sustainable.We covered it all - from what their businesses looked like before, to the turning points that helped them move away from burnout and feast & famine

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28:57

How I’m Designing My Business to Take Next Summer Off...

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/09/11

Waiting until you're burnt out before you take a proper break is only going to encourage quicker and deeper burnout... I want you to take control of your time off and feel confident that you can be rested and at your most creative with regular, restorative time off.In today’s episode, I’m sharing how I’m designing my business right now to take the full summer off next year - and how you can start planning for the time off you really want, too. Whether it’s a week, a fortnight, or a whole month,

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19:04

How to Make Space for Change When You’re Already at...

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/07/24

You don’t need to overhaul your whole business or find extra hours in your week to start making a change!In today’s episode, I’m sharing a gentle, realistic guide to help you make space for change even when you already feel overwhelmed and at capacity. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or like something in your business isn’t working anymore - this is your permission slip to slow down and start small.These are the kinds of shifts I walk clients through every day - because real, sustainable

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26:56

How to Plan Your Peaceful Workweek

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/07/17

You don’t need to overhaul your whole business to feel more at ease! It starts with building a peaceful work week…This is one of the first things I support my clients with insideBooked Not Busy! And the steps I’m sharing in this episode are so similar to the ones we follow to start creating that calm, consistent schedule.In this episode, I’m walking you through how to plan a workweek that supports the businessandthe life you want - one that feels manageable, realistic and peaceful from the inside

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20:47

Why You Should Prioritise Peace Over Productivity

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/07/03

You don’t have to earn your peace by being productive first. And it's actually a strong belief of mine that prioritising peace is what leads to sustainable, feel-good productivity in the first place.In this episode, I’m sharing a gentle but powerful reminder that putting yourself and feeling good ahead of pushing for getting more done is not just better for your wellbeing, but also for your business.If you’ve been caught in a cycle of “shoulds,” endless to-do lists, and pressure to do more, this is

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24:18

How to Take Two Weeks of Work-Free Time Off This Summer

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/06/26

You can take a proper break this summer without feeling guilty, falling behind, or panicking about what’s waiting in your inbox when you get back.In this episode, I’m walking you through the six practical steps that make it totally possible to step away for two full work-free weeks (or maybe even more!) Now is a great time to get your summer break booked in if you don't already and I'd love to help you make it COMPLETELY work-free.If you’re craving time off but don’t know how to make it work with

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21:35

5 Ways Booked Not Busy Makes Marketing Easier

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/05/22

Marketing your business doesn’t have to feel overwhelming, confusing, or like a full-time job.In this episode, I’m sharing five ways my group program, Booked Not Busy, takes the pressure off your marketing and actually makes it feel easy?! I know, I know 😌From having more time and energy to market, to knowing exactly what to say and who you’re speaking to - I'm covering the shifts that make marketing feel less like a chore, and more like a natural part of running your business.Hope you enjoy this

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21:31

Leave Quiet Periods Behind for Good

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/05/15

You know that feeling when everything goes quiet in your business?No enquiries, no new bookings, and suddenly you’re second-guessing everything — your pricing, your content, your ability to even do this. In this episode, I’m sharing why those quiet periods happen (even when you’re doing all the right things) and why they don’t have to be your normal anymore.We’re talking about the deeper reasons behind the feast-and-famine cycle so many creative business owners get stuck in, and what it really looks

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26:28

10 Ways Getting Booked Up Peacefully Makes Your...

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/05/08

Getting fully booked doesn’t have to mean feeling constantly busy, overwhelmed, or on the edge of burnout.In this episode, I’m sharing 10 ways your business becomes so much easier when you get booked up peacefully - with the right clients, on the right schedule, and with a strategy that supports consistency in your incomeand energy.If you’ve been stuck in the feast & famine or burnout cycle, or just feel like running your business always feels harder than it should… this one’s for you.Plus, I’m

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21:58

Why You Need a Steady, Spacious & Evergreen Signature...

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/05/01

So many creative business owners are stuck in project chaos - reinventing the wheel every time a new enquiry comes in, adjusting timelines to fit around client demands, and burning out trying to make everything work. And it could be your offer that's creating the problem!In this episode, I’m sharing why building a steady, spacious, and evergreen signature service could bring more steadiness, flexibility and consistency into your business!✨ And I'd love for you to join me at my free workshop - How to

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27:42

The Sneaky Signs of Burnout You Could Be Ignoring

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/04/24

You might not feel burnt out.You’re showing up. You’re getting through your to-do list. You’re not lying on the floor crying (at least not today). But… things feel heavier than they should. The simplest tasks feel overwhelming. Your creativity feels off. You’re either too busy or completely disconnected.In this episode, I’m talking about the quiet, sneaky signs of burnout that so many creative business owners have just gotten used to - the ones we often dismiss as “just being tired” or “having a lot

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21:42

Why Being Too Busy Is Holding You Back

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/04/17

You’re doing everything you can to keep your business moving forward and you're pushing to get booked and busy...But what if the very thing that feels like “progress” is actually the thing keeping you stuck?In this episode, I’m talking about the hidden ways constant busy-ness keeps creative business owners spinning their wheels, stuck in patterns that look productive… but leave you exhausted and unsure what’s really working.✨ Ready to figure out what’s really keeping your business so busy? Take my

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24:24

Three Shifts to Get Out of the Endless Feast & Famine...

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/04/10

A lot of creative service providers I work with come to me at this exact point in their business - in the midst of a feast & famine cycle. If you’re stuck in a cycle of overworking one month and wondering where all your clients went the next, this episode is for you.I’m sharing three practical shifts that helped me break out of the endless feast & famine loop and build a more peaceful, predictable business.Download My Free Workload Wake-Up Call Calculator to figure out your personal

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24:20

Projects I Always Say No To

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/04/03

There are certain projects I always say no to - not because of "red flags", not because they're TERRIBLE clients and not even because they're not potentially good projects... But because they're not my perfect people and they're not the most aligned clients I could work with. And it's important to me to say no to the "not-quite-there" projects, so I can say yes to the "oh-my-god-this-is-the-most-amazing-project" clients!I’m sharing the kinds of enquiries that could seem fine on the surface, but that

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24:19

Standing Out & Getting Booked Up in Saturated...

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/03/27

Feeling like everyone is in a similar creative industry to you? Wondering how to stand out when things feel crowded and you can't stop comparing?In this episode, I’m sharing a quieter, more strategic approach to standing out in your own space so you can get booked up with perfect clients - even in saturated spaces. Because the truth is: your uniqueness is your superpower... but you have to know how to define it, share it, and shout it as loud as you can! (In your own way, of course!)If you’ve ever

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25:34

How to Make Consistent Marketing Easier

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/03/20

If marketing feels like a never-ending chore, you’re not alone. But what if you could add more joy into your marketing tasks so they feel lighter and easier - and eventually more consistent? In this episode, I’m sharing how to shift the way you approach marketing so it doesn’t feel like a task you dread - because when it feels good, it’s way easier to stay consistent.I'm booking 1:1 Breakthrough clients for May 2025 - Find out more and Apply HereAnd you can Download The Workload Wake-Up Call Here!I

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32:01

My Non-Negotiable Business Boundaries

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/03/13

In this episode, I’m sharing the business boundaries that keep my work peaceful and joyful. After a decade in business, I've found that boundaries are one of the key ways I can make - and keep - my business peaceful and spacious!I'm booking 1:1 Breakthrough clients for April 2025 - Find out more and Apply HereAnd you can Download The Workload Wake-Up Call Here!I really hope you enjoy the episode! To hear more from me, you can sign up for my weekly email series, The Confident Creative Expert,

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25:06

Why Undercharging is Stealing Your Peace

The Peaceful Creatives Podcast ·

2025/03/06

In this episode, I’m diving into a conversation about pricing, but not in the way you might expect. This isn’t just about making more money. It’s about how undercharging impacts your energy, creativity, and day to day experience in your business.You’ll hear why pricing too low doesn’t just affect your income - it affects your confidence, your client relationships, and even your love for your work. I’m sharing how undercharging leads to overthinking, burnout, and resentment, and why raising your

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