Can you build a thriving creative business by simply being yourself?

In this episode of How We Do, host Meg Carlisle sits down with Tay Price, a Las Vegas-based videographer, photographer, and creative entrepreneur who’s proof that authenticity is your superpower. From getting fired at FedEx to launching multiple successful ventures like House of Light studio and Send Deposit, Tay’s journey is a masterclass in turning pain, passion, and personal growth into purpose.

Tay opens up about burnout, emotional breakdowns, and the wake-up call that forced him to pause and re-evaluate everything. Through journaling, meditation, and deep self-reflection, he learned how to show up truthfully, not just in his art, but in his life.

This episode is for the dreamers, the creatives, and the ones figuring it out as they go. Tay drops real, no-fluff insights on what it takes to create from the heart and build a business that feels good, not just one that looks good on Instagram.

In this episode, we cover:

-How Tay went from FedEx to full-time creative.

-The story behind Send Deposit and House of Light.

-Burnout, breakdowns, and the path to emotional clarity.

-Why creatives need self-reflection, not just hustle.

-Journaling and meditation as tools for growth.

-Letting go of perfection and leading with vulnerability.

-How Tay is redefining success and helping others do the same.

Resources & Links Mentioned:

Follow Tay Price on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tayprice/?hl=en

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taypricephotography

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_VcOdnNB4GIebPAjpAb54A

Sendeposit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/senddeposit/?hl=en

Website: https://senddeposit.com/

Connect with us on IG: @howwedo.podcast | @megmeghair

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More about How We Do:

Hosted by Meg Carlisle, How We Do is a podcast that goes beyond the curated highlight reel. Every week, we sit down with people doing the real work, messy wins, personal breakthroughs, and hard-earned lessons. No fluff. No BS. Just honest conversations about how we do life, business, and growth.

What does it take to go from being bullied for how you were born to becoming a world champion athlete and a successful entrepreneur?

In this inspiring episode of How We Do, host Meg Carlisle sits down with Ben Kjar, a motivational speaker, real estate entrepreneur, Greco-Roman world wrestling champion, and father of three. Born with a rare condition called Crouzon Syndrome, Ben was told he’d never live a normal life. Instead, he chose to live an extraordinary one.

Ben shares how he battled self-doubt, relentless bullying, and medical setbacks, then rose to become Utah Valley University’s first-ever Division I All-American wrestler. But that was just the beginning. He went on to build a multimillion-dollar real estate portfolio, travel the world sharing his message, and start a family with his wife, Nicole, through adoption after facing heartbreak and loss.

From confidence to faith, pain to purpose, Ben’s story is a masterclass in living like a victor, not a victim. This episode is packed with mindset gems, entrepreneurial wisdom, and powerful reminders to own your story and stand out.

In this episode, we cover:

-Growing up with Crouzon Syndrome and learning self-worth.

-Becoming a national wrestling champion against all odds.

-Building a real estate empire through grit and resilience.

-Why swagger and self-confidence matter in entrepreneurship.

-How Ben and Nicole overcame infertility and adopted three children.

-Turning personal pain into a global platform of purpose.

-The message behind Standout- Ben’s upcoming documentary

Resources & Links Mentioned:

Website: https://www.benkjar.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benkjar

Connect with us:

Instagram: @howwedo.podcast

Instagram: @megmeghair

More about How We Do:

This isn’t your average “success story” podcast. How We Do is where raw conversations meet real transformation. Join your host, Meg, as she sits down with guests from diverse backgrounds to explore the complex, beautiful, and powerful moments that shape who we are and how we live.

New episodes every week, subscribe, and tune in wherever you get your podcasts!

Welcome to the debut episode of How We Do Podcast!

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a high-paying job that just didn’t feel like you, this episode is for you!

We’re joined by Laila Abdelnour, a powerhouse salon owner and entrepreneur, as she walks us through her bold leap from a career in event planning to becoming a successful hairstylist and businesswoman. Laila shares the pivotal moment that changed her life, the emotional journey of overcoming stereotypes, and how she used mindset and gratitude to build the life she truly wanted.

We talk about the hard stuff, losing her father, battling imposter syndrome, relationship struggles, and how those moments shaped her drive, work ethic, and heart. Plus, Laila opens up about discovering she has the same heart condition that caused her father’s passing, and how that diagnosis is pushing her to live with more intention and care.

There’s wisdom here for anyone chasing purpose, navigating love, or building a dream business from scratch. You don’t want to miss this one!

Let us know your biggest takeaway from Laila’s story – DM us on IG @howwedo.podcast.

In this episode, we cover:

• The bold decision to leave a stable career and go all-in on hairstyling.
• Breaking stereotypes in the beauty industry.
• What it takes to build a clientele and open a salon.
• Why mindset, gratitude, and saying “no” matter more than you think.
• The impact of personal loss on relationships and resilience.
• Reconnecting with her first love (yes, really!) and the beauty of timing.
• Living with a life-changing health diagnosis and choosing growth.
  
  

Resources & links mentioned in this episode:

Follow Laila on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lailaajanine/ or https://www.instagram.com/hairhousesocial/

Chat with us on IG: @howwedo.podcast | @megmeghair

More about How We Do:
This isn’t your average “success story” podcast. How We Do is where raw conversations meet real transformation. Join your host, Meg, as she sits down with guests from all walks of life to unpack the messy, beautiful, and powerful moments that shape who we are and how we live.

New episodes every week, subscribe, and tune in wherever you get your podcasts!