Crafting Creatives

We dive into the experiences of up-and-coming artists as they navigate the challenges of building a career in the creative industry. Through the discussion, we explore the importance of creating a strong portfolio, never giving up on your dreams, and continually improving your skills to reach new heights.

Let's run it back one more time.

Really important message here about hard work and kindness. Please take the time to consume this content. My presentation at the Business Web Practices Speaker Series in 2018. The topic, Creatives Journey to Real Success.

I'm so fed up hearing people whine and complain. You want more money, more free time and more control...but you won't sacrifice anything to get to that point? Dig deep and really figure out what the fuck you want.

A fireside chat at the Digital Marketing Quarterly event presented by Webfor. I'm joined by fellow video professionals from the Portland, Oregon metro area. Enjoy!

Quick rant on growing up with hot dogs and bologna. Don't let your past hold you back, but don't forget to share those stories. Stories matter.

Creating your high-fidelity comps is just the first step in producing really great work. How often do you go back and add some more polish?

If you find yourself in a situation where you're making mistakes, then you have to stop and slow down. Understand where those mitakes are coming from and correct your actions, process or whatever it is, immediately.

Thank you for listening. Seriously. From all parts of the world, I love you.

Always a pleasure to sit down with Harris Newman, host of the Dreamweavers podcast (go check it out). Here, we talk about the art of writing, comics, zines, the states of stories and so much more. Enjoy.

This one goes deep. I'm putting myself out there in ways I never have. I'm scared, but I think the message needs to be shared. One of the hardest lessons I learned as a kid, was what it felt like to let someone down...but it wasn't the disappointment they had for me that really hurt.

Something I love to say to struggling creatives, is to let the process and tools do the heavy lifting. You can save so much time and stress by just creating a repeatable process through efficient tools. Things like task templates, email templates and more.

Awesome and inspiring interview with Corey Brooks of the Brooks Business Group. He brings decades of experience, his love of God, family and commitment to this very special episode. Check it!

This is FIRE!!!! It's time to get going. I'm so tired of hearing excuses from people who wish they could do X, but they can't because Y. Each person has the power to take action. You are excusing your laziness. Get fired up and get both feet on a path to both success and fulfillment.

This hurts. I'm a failed YouTuber who fought for time and energy of users around the world, and I lost while I watched my peers scale, go in new directions and find careers in the creative industry. Don't make the same mistake I did.

MOM! I appreciate you! For those who don't spend enough time appreciating the things that people have done for you, this episode is for you. We spend so much time taking. How about we give something back?

Personalization creates real connection. This connection is a piece of what creates a strong brand.

Musings from almost getting sued at 14 ;)

I'm tired of hearing people say "Fake It Until You Make It" and you should be too.

In this episode, I talk about the challenges of being imaginative.