Glass Art and Grit with Nancy Dillingham Marks - Ep.302

In this spectacular episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B Hartwell sits down with the incredibly versatile Nancy Dillingham Marks. With a rich background working for some of the largest corporations, including ABC Entertainment, Columbia Pictures, Sony Pictures Entertainment, IBM, and Toshiba, Nancy's journey is a compelling testament to resilience and creativity. Nancy opens up about navigating her career as a single mother, her successful transition to COO at her second husband's technology company, and the unsatisfactory experience working for the company that bought her husband's business. Seeking fulfillment, Nancy ventured into the world of travel agency management before an unexpected passion for glass art transformed her life. From the moment Nancy took a glass art class to connect with her mother, she redefined her understanding of creativity, recognizing it in problem-solving and organizational tasks. Discover how she founded the Glass Arts Collective amidst self-doubt and societal perceptions, only to close five weeks later due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Undeterred, Nancy harnessed this period for growth, expanding her skills in glass art, and eventually creating a thriving community of artists. Nancy offers profound insights into the mental health benefits of creative work, the distinction between creativity and artistry, and the significance of personal definitions in embracing creative endeavors. She also shares practical advice on financially preparing for entrepreneurship, utilizing resources strategically, and continuously adapting marketing strategies. Listeners will find inspiration in Nancy's story of perseverance, creative awakening, and entrepreneurial wisdom. Visit her online studio and gift shop for beautiful glass art pieces and explore the vast opportunities within the Wickedly Smart Women community. Join us for a celebration of creative women and discover how you, too, can transition from corporate life to a passion-driven career. Don't forget to rate and review our podcast on Apple Podcasts and visit our website for more resources, including the "start smart 30 day intensive" program. Tune in to embrace your creativity and get wickedly smart with Nancy Dillingham Marks and Anjel B Hartwell! What You Will Learn  How did Nancy Dillingham Marks successfully transition from corporate roles to founding the Glass Arts Collective? What strategies did Nancy employ to handle the challenges of marketing her travel agency and later her glass art business? In what ways did Nancy's mindset shift about creativity influence her career changes and personal fulfillment? What were the pivotal moments in Nancy Dillingham Marks' journey that led her to discover a passion for glass art? How did Nancy balance single motherhood with her early corporate career, and what lessons did she take from those experiences? What impact did Nancy's background in large corporations have on her ability to manage and expand the Glass Arts Collective? How did Nancy cope with the closure of Glass Arts Collective five weeks after opening due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and what productive activities did she pursue during this time? How does Nancy Dillingham Marks differentiate between creativity and artistry, and why is this distinction important to her? What measures did Nancy take to prepare financially before starting her glass art business, and how did she use her savings and support from her husband effectively? How does Glass Arts Collective provide opportunities for community engagement and support mental health through creative workshops and programs? Connect with Francesca Sipma Glass Arts Collective Instagram Facebook Resources Special link for the Wickedly Smart Women community: The Career & Life Fulfillment Quiz Apply to Qualify for Enrollment in the Wickedly Smart Women's Start Smart 30 Day Intensive™ Connect with Anjel B. Hartwell Wickedly Smart Women Wickedly Smart Women on X Wickedly Smart Women on Instagram Wickedly Smart Women Facebook Community Wickedly Smart Women Store on TeePublic Wickedly Smart Women: Trusting Intuition, Taking Action, Transforming Worlds by Anjel B. Hartwell Listener Line (540) 402-0043 Ext. 4343  Email listeners@wickedlysmartwomen.com