Some episodes feel like a warm, soul-honest hug—and this one with Jera is exactly that.

Jera is a social media strategist, content creator, and real-deal creative who’s walked the wild path from fitness influencer to brand-builder and business owner. In this convo, we talk about what it really means to build a personal brand while staying true to yourself—especially in a space that can reward performative over personal. She opens up about separating your self from your business, how social trends shape our creativity, and the importance of setting boundaries in a career that lives on your phone.

We also go deep on her transition into this next season—becoming a mother, shifting her pace, and dreaming up a future that includes more art, more slowness, and more joy. There’s plenty in here about growth, grit, and the identity shifts that come with doing the thing differently.

Whether you’re craving a biz pivot, feel disconnected from your audience, or you’re just ready to make your online presence feel more like you, this one’s a must-listen.

✅ Vulnerability in business isn’t weakness—it’s your superpower.
✅ It’s okay to outgrow the version of yourself your audience first met.
✅ Authenticity > algorithms. Every. Single. Time.
✅ Boundaries are sacred—especially when your business is also your face.
✅ You get to change your mind and start fresh.
✅ Not all growth is visible—and not all success is measured in likes.
✅ Art, presence, and play are valid forms of productivity.
✅ The journey is allowed to evolve as you do.

Ways to Plug In

⛺️ Camp Clarity kicks off September 18th — we strip away the noise, get you clear on your story, your offers, your marketing, and your money — so you can finally run a thriving business that feels as creative and fun as the work you do. Apply here.

🛝 Recess is the creative community you've been looking for. Try it for 3 months for $55/month. You can sit with us.

☎️ Follow me on Instagram @dianadaviscreative for more behind-the-scenes

In this episode.

I get personal and raw as I share the behind-the-scenes of navigating a recent breakup—and how it’s rippled through my life, mental health, and business. This isn’t just about relationships. It’s about the messy, beautiful recalibration that happens when you let go of something (or someone) that isn’t aligned—and finally make space for something better. This is for anyone who’s felt like their personal life is bleeding into their work and wondered if that’s... actually a gift.

We talk about:

• What grief and business have in common

• The emotional toll of breakups (and why they hit so hard when you’re a biz owner)

• Why giving yourself grace is a strategy

• The power of recalibrating your desires after heartbreak

• Letting go of connections so new ones can find you

• Setting boundaries with yourself (not just other people)

• Avoidance patterns and the sneaky ways they block growth

• How life’s messiest moments can lead to the clearest business decisions

Ways to plug in

🧭 Camp Clarity kicks off again this September — This is the signature program for creatives ready to get clients, build clarity, and make cash in their business—with no blueprints required.

🛝 The Recess 30-Day Social Media Challenge is happening now inside The Playground — Come play, get visible, and sell your work without it feeling like a chore.

🎤 Our free masterclass, WORTH, is live on July 25th — We’re talking about what’s really blocking your creative biz income (and how to shift from crickets to cashflow this week).

🧘‍♀️ Our first-ever IRL Recess event is happening in LA on August 17th in collab with One Down Dog — FLOW & CONNECT. You in?

☎️ Follow me on Instagram @dianadaviscreative for more behind-the-scenes

Key Episode Takeaways
✅ Give yourself grace when life hits hard
✅ Your personal growth will shape your business (whether you like it or not)
✅ Boundaries with yourself are powerful healing tools
✅ Grieving is not weakness—it’s recalibration
✅ Avoidance holds you back more than failure ever could
✅ Letting go creates space for aligned opportunities
✅ Your desires are worth honoring
✅ You don’t have to compartmentalize to be successful

Episode Chapters
00:00 – Navigating Breakups and Personal Growth
07:47 – The Interconnection of Life and Business
16:08 – Lessons from Relationships and Grief
24:05 – Recalibration and Moving Forward

In this episode.

I sit down with creative entrepreneur and retail shop owner Kelly Geiman to explore what it really takes to open a brick-and-mortar biz in the age of algorithms. From a fashion career in New York to founding Union in Venice, California, Kelly’s story is full of heart, hustle, and human moments. We talk about community, creativity, trusting your gut—and what happens when you build a business that feels like art.

We talk about:

The transition from fashion to entrepreneurship
How to run a retail shop without losing your mind (or your soul)
Why community is everything—especially during hard seasons
The behind-the-scenes of owning a physical space
How to use social media without letting it run your life
The power of storytelling through curation
And what it really means to lead with authenticity

Plus, I share more about HUMAN: The Personal Brand Accelerator—starting May 1st. If you’re tired of the algorithm hamster wheel and ready to build a business rooted in you, this is for you. (Details inside the episode!)

Ways to plug in
🌈 HUMAN starts May 1st — This is the program to build a personal brand that magnetizes clients without chasing trends. DM me “HUMAN” on Instagram to join for $347 before the price goes up.

🛝 Recess is the best place on the internet. Try it out for 3 months for just $165.

☎️ Follow Diana on Instagram here.

Key Episode Takeaways
✅ Owning a shop is about more than sales—it’s about story
✅ Community can carry you through the toughest seasons
✅ Your business should reflect who you are, not just what you do
✅ Social media doesn’t need to feel performative
✅ Intuition is a strategy (and a damn good one)
✅ Creative curation can build connection and loyalty
✅ There’s no one-size-fits-all path to success
✅ You get to design a business that feels like home

Episode Chapters
00:00 – Meet Kelly & the story behind Union
07:41 – Community support through hard times
10:43 – From fashion industry to entrepreneurship
16:42 – The real side of owning a retail shop
23:59 – Manifesting the perfect retail space
29:38 – Making intuitive business decisions
35:47 – The power of gut instincts
36:51 – Creating a space that tells a story
45:01 – Navigating retail logistics + overhead
51:00 – Using social media with authenticity
54:53 – Lightning round: Inspirations, dreams, and what's next