Back-to-Business, But Make It Intentional: Creative Planning for the Rest of 2025
August is the new September. Learn how to reflect, refine, and plan your creative business with intention as you head into the second half of 2025.
Summer Isn’t Slowing Down—Here’s How I’m Using This Season to Reflect and Refocus
Summer doesn’t have to mean slowing down. Learn how I’m using this season to reflect, refine goals, invest in learning, and stay creatively aligned.
Top 5 Shudder Picks for July 2025
Welcome back, ghouls and gals! I’m Kayla, your host here at Cafe Crashdown — and after a short travel break, I’m BACK with my Top 5 Shudder Picks for July
Vacationing as a Freelancer: How to Actually Take a Break (Without Burning Everything Down)
Wondering how to actually take time off as a freelancer? Learn how to unplug, set boundaries, and protect your creativity without burning your business down.
Top 5 Queer Horror Films to Watch for Pride Mont
In this Café Crashdown episode, I’m counting down my Top 5 Queer Horror Films you absolutely need to watch this June.
You’re Not Selling a Product. You’re Selling a Feeling.
People buy based on how your brand makes them feel. Learn how emotional design builds connection, loyalty, and sales and how to tap into that power.
How to Give Creative Feedback That Gets Results
Want better design outcomes? Learn how to give creative feedback that leads to stronger work, smoother collaboration, and real results.
Top 5 Shudder Picks for June 2025 | Queer Horror & Alien Screams
June’s horror lineup on Shudder is stacked—and I’ve picked my 5 favorite must-watch films this month, from terrifying new releases to eerie classics you may have missed.
Design Is a Conversation, Not a Command: How I Collaborate with Clients for Better Results
Want better branding or web design results? Learn why collaboration, not control, is key when working with a designer and how to get the most out of the process.
The Design Audit: What I Look for in Every Brand Before Touching a Pixel
Before I design anything, I audit the brand. Here's what I look for to ensure the visuals align with strategy, emotion, and conversion.
