12. Letting Yourself Be Seen: From Limiting Beliefs to $300K Art Business with Chanelle Jefferson
Chanelle Jefferson is a successful artist who is breaking the norms for artists. Her art is more than just beautiful—it's a powerful gateway to healing and transformation. From conquering fears of visibility to building a $300,000 art business, she reveals how embracing vulnerability helped her overcome her limiting beliefs and, ultimately, how it changed her life. Her groundbreaking "Grief Project" transforms pain into connection, proving creativity can be a profound healing tool. Join Samantha Fackler as they unpack how messy action and artistic passion can redefine personal and professional success, and redefining limiting beliefs changed her life.
Chanelle’s $300K Art Business: Built on Passion and Meaning
What if your greatest success came from following what truly lights you up? Chanelle reveals how she shifted from chasing money to creating meaningful work that resonates deeply. From hitting $300,000 in annual sales to launching The Grief Project, Chanelle shares how focusing on intentional revenue streams transformed her business. This new project allows her to merge personal storytelling with art, creating pieces inspired by stories of loss and resilience. Chanelle’s journey shows how leaning into passion and purpose can build a thriving business and a fulfilling life.
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Facing Fear and Finding Growth in Vulnerability
Fear often hides in unexpected places—Chanelle Jefferson opens up about hers with refreshing honesty. She explains that her journey toward letting herself be seen wasn’t just about showing her work to strangers; it was about revealing her true self to loved ones. Chanelle dives into the deeply personal fears of judgment from her closest relationships and how this shaped her growth. She discusses navigating vulnerability while evolving as both an artist and a business owner. With the right support system and a commitment to self-awareness, Chanelle and Samantha show how facing fear head-on can lead to powerful transformations.
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Key Takeaways
Fear of Being Seen (00:00 - 01:05)
Chanelle discusses her fear of being seen, particularly by close family and partners.
She emphasizes allowing loved ones to see her growth and transformation.
Building a $300K Art Business (01:12 - 02:29)
Chanelle introduces herself as a successful artist based in Nova Scotia, Canada.
Despite initial skepticism from others, she shares her journey of becoming an artist.
️ Artistic Style and Method (04:07 - 06:46)
Chanelle describes her unique artistic style, focusing on blind contour drawing as a meditative practice.
She explains how this method helps her connect deeply with her subjects.
Shifting Beliefs (09:01 - 10:10)
Chanelle discusses the limiting beliefs she had to overcome as an artist, such as the stereotype of starving artists.
She highlights the importance of surrounding oneself with supportive and expansive individuals.
Business Growth and Strategies (18:07 - 19:21)
Chanelle shares her business growth journey, achieving over $300,000 in sales.
She emphasizes focusing on fewer income streams that resonate with her passion.
Converting vulnerability into a sustainable business model
️ The Grief Project: Healing Through Art (20:03 - 21:02)
Chanelle introduces the Grief Project, where she creates art based on people's grief stories.
She plans to host an event for participants to experience their commissioned artwork.
How the Grief Project transformed personal healing into scalable success
Community and Healing (28:20 - 29:45)
Chanel discusses the importance of community in processing grief and the healing power of shared experiences.
She reflects on her own journey with grief and how it informs her art.
Breaking Through Fear as a Business Owner (30:00 - 35:00)
Chanel talks about the challenges of being seen as an artist and the fears associated with it.
She emphasizes the need for a supportive network to navigate these fears.
Chanelle and Samantha explore actionable insights.
The Power of Showing Up Messy (35:00 - 41:00)
Why is messy action better than perfectionism?
How perfectionism is killing your visibility (and your revenue)
Creative Energy and Workshops (41:10 - 42:16)
Samantha proposes a creative workshop with Chanelle for her mastermind group.
Chanelle expresses interest in facilitating a workshop to help others tap into their creativity.
About your host: Samantha Fackler is an Executive Leadership Coach and Marketing Advisor who transforms how women entrepreneurs approach business growth. With 12+ years guiding both Fortune 500 companies (think Apple, PayPal, LinkedIn) and early-stage founders, she brings a rare blend of corporate strategy and human-centered leadership to help you scale intentionally. Her approach? Building sustainable, profitable businesses without the burnout narrative. Because success shouldn't cost you your wellbeing.
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Website: chanellejefferson.com
Shop Chanelle's artwork: chanellejefferson.com/shop
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