Episodes

What’s the most important part of being an artist?BEING YOURSELF, right???We’ve all heard this from the creative masters over the years, but what if this advice is missing an essential step in the process?What if you're hiding in a place you might not think to look?In this episode I give you 3 things you can do today to start uncovering who you really are as artist, and hint: they aren’t what you think they are!!

What’s the most important part of being an artist? BEING YOURSELF, right??? We’ve all heard this from the creative masters over the years, but what if this advice is missing an essential step in the process? What if you're hiding in a place you might not think to look? In this episode I give you 3 things you can do today to start uncovering who you really are as artist, and hint: they aren’t what you think they are!!

Do you feel like you’re following all the right advice, but still not getting anywhere?Often this is because you’re missing one key part of the equation: TIMEStrategy is ALWAYS dependent on TIMING and understanding and reading the signs of the time you’re currently within is CRUCIAL to real creative breakthrough.In this episode I chat with my good friend Chris Graham about how to integrate timing into your strategy by picking up on the crucial clues that are hidden right under your nose!We dive deep into lots of tactical thinking, as well as look at my Creative Side Quest theories from many new angles.THIS WAS A GREAT CHAT!

Do you feel like you’re following all the right advice, but still not getting anywhere? Often this is because you’re missing one key part of the equation: TIME Strategy is ALWAYS dependent on TIMING and understanding and reading the signs of the time you’re currently within is CRUCIAL to real creative breakthrough. In this episode I chat with my good friend Chris Graham about how to integrate timing into your strategy by picking up on the crucial clues that are hidden right under your nose! We dive deep into lots of tactical thinking, as well as look at my Creative Side Quest theories from many new angles. THIS WAS A GREAT CHAT!

I have been working so so so hard on an episode. Getting up early and writing for hours.Recording and rerecording.AND…This is not that episode.Why?Because I needed to let that episode go.THIS episode is a response to the power that was released by loosening my grasp.This episode is a checklist that will help you get in touch with the obvious opportunities in your path that you’re missing, see hidden paths you’ve been blind to - that have been begging for more attention and how you can have new breakthroughs if you’ll be willing to let go of old ones.This episode is stripped back and straight from my heart, hope it hits home for you friends!

I have been working so so so hard on an episode. Getting up early and writing for hours. Recording and rerecording. AND… This is not that episode. Why? Because I needed to let that episode go. THIS episode is a response to the power that was released by loosening my grasp. This episode is a checklist that will help you get in touch with the obvious opportunities in your path that you’re missing, see hidden paths you’ve been blind to - that have been begging for more attention and how you can have new breakthroughs if you’ll be willing to let go of old ones. This episode is stripped back and straight from my heart, hope it hits home for you friends!

The difference between bad art and good art is probably skill, but what's the difference between GOOD art and GREAT art? Often the quality of art is the same between artists with a super following and artists with a meager fanbase, so what’s the secret?I was desperate to figure this out.So I started to study my creative heroes and those with really diehard super fandoms, and I came across a pattern that I’d never noticed. In this episode I want to share that insight with you and the 5 ways you can use it in your work for max effect!

The difference between bad art and good art is probably skill, but what's the difference between GOOD art and GREAT art? Often the quality of art is the same between artists with a super following and artists with a meager fanbase, so what’s the secret? I was desperate to figure this out. So I started to study my creative heroes and those with really diehard super fandoms, and I came across a pattern that I’d never noticed. In this episode I want to share that insight with you and the 5 ways you can use it in your work for max effect!

Jack of all trades, master of none… right? Well my guest today disproves this myth in major ways! Temi Coker is a designer, photographer, illustrator and much more.In this episode we talk about why being a ‘jack of all trades’ shouldn’t be discouraged, as well as dive into tactics and perspectives that make Temi the incredible artist he is today.Temi’s beautiful thoughts on creativity nearly moved me to tears in this episode and I think if you listen you’ll know why!! ENJOY!

Jack of all trades, master of none… right? Well my guest today disproves this myth in major ways! Temi Coker is a designer, photographer, illustrator and much more. In this episode we talk about why being a ‘jack of all trades’ shouldn’t be discouraged, as well as dive into tactics and perspectives that make Temi the incredible artist he is today. Temi’s beautiful thoughts on creativity nearly moved me to tears in this episode and I think if you listen you’ll know why!! ENJOY!

Nothing feels better than finding your groove as an artist AND THAT’S WHY it’s so easy for these comfy grooves to become seemingly inescapable RUTS!!If you have been stuck in your old patterns and you fear 2020 might be just more of the same old same old, then buckle and get ready for a SUPER-FIRE-HOSE-EXPLOSION-OF-PEP-PACKED-TO-THE-FRIGGIN-BRIM of an episode!!!This episode is my deepest dive into all the hacks, tips and tricks I know on how to perform the mental gymnastics necessary for unexpected creative breakthroughs!!I HOPE THIS TAKES YOUR CREATIVE PRACTICE TO CRAZY NEW HEIGHTS IN 2020!! LET’S GET PEPPED!

Nothing feels better than finding your groove as an artist AND THAT’S WHY it’s so easy for these comfy grooves to become seemingly inescapable RUTS!! If you have been stuck in your old patterns and you fear 2020 might be just more of the same old same old, then buckle and get ready for a SUPER-FIRE-HOSE-EXPLOSION-OF-PEP-PACKED-TO-THE-FRIGGIN-BRIM of an episode!!! This episode is my deepest dive into all the hacks, tips and tricks I know on how to perform the mental gymnastics necessary for unexpected creative breakthroughs!! I HOPE THIS TAKES YOUR CREATIVE PRACTICE TO CRAZY NEW HEIGHTS IN 2020!! LET’S GET PEPPED!

If you want to start 2020 with a plan that will supercharge your year with clarity and serious progress, start your year with this episode!!!I have a tendency to rush into the next new thing and the NEW YEAR is no exception for me!However, I’ve found that for my new year to have max potential, I need to do a thorough recap and review of the past year.In this episode I will give you a lens to look over 3 aspects of your previous year that will give you hidden advantages for 2020 that you would have otherwise missed!

If you want to start 2020 with a plan that will supercharge your year with clarity and serious progress, start your year with this episode!!! I have a tendency to rush into the next new thing and the NEW YEAR is no exception for me! However, I’ve found that for my new year to have max potential, I need to do a thorough recap and review of the past year. In this episode I will give you a lens to look over 3 aspects of your previous year that will give you hidden advantages for 2020 that you would have otherwise missed!

Do you ever waste the little time you have worrying about whether you’re making the right thing INSTEAD of actually making it? In today’s episode I will give you steps and a tactical strategy that will help you narrow down your options and make 1 piece of work today that will:- Attract the Right Customers and Clients- Help You Communicate Who You Are and What Opportunities You Want As an Artist- Find An Easy Springboard for New Work Hidden in Your Old Work- CARL WINSLOW OF FAMILY MATTERS REFERENCES!

Do you ever waste the little time you have worrying about whether you’re making the right thing INSTEAD of actually making it? In today’s episode I will give you steps and a tactical strategy that will help you narrow down your options and make 1 piece of work today that will: - Attract the Right Customers and Clients - Help You Communicate Who You Are and What Opportunities You Want As an Artist - Find An Easy Springboard for New Work Hidden in Your Old Work - CARL WINSLOW OF FAMILY MATTERS REFERENCES!

Today we have one of my biggest writing / creative heroes: Ryan Holiday!!This guy has found his creative groove and niche more than almost any other creative I can think of and I wanted to get to the bottom of how he did it!!In this episode Ryan delivers a ridiculous amount of insight on a range of creative topics.Here are just a few of the things we cover:-Writing on stage / finding product market fit-Writing / creative routine and best practices-How to make progress on a big overwhelming project-Taste and Creative IntuitionIf you’ve listened to more than 20 minutes of Creative Pep Talk, you know I AM A HUGE FAN of Ryan’s book Growth Hacker Marketing, and Ryan’s new book, Stillness is The Key JUST CAME OUT and it is fantastic!

Today we have one of my biggest writing / creative heroes: Ryan Holiday!! This guy has found his creative groove and niche more than almost any other creative I can think of and I wanted to get to the bottom of how he did it!! In this episode Ryan delivers a ridiculous amount of insight on a range of creative topics. Here are just a few of the things we cover: -Writing on stage / finding product market fit -Writing / creative routine and best practices -How to make progress on a big overwhelming project -Taste and Creative Intuition If you’ve listened to more than 20 minutes of Creative Pep Talk, you know I AM A HUGE FAN of Ryan’s book Growth Hacker Marketing, and Ryan’s new book, Stillness is The Key JUST CAME OUT and it is fantastic!

We’ve talked nonstop about putting in the work but we have NEVER addressed the scariest elephant in the room: TALENT.I’d be lying if I said that my true creative heroes didn’t have some form of talent.In fact, the creatives that most light me up, all seem to have some transcendent innate super strength!This is often discouraging for most of us because when we start making creative work we are faced with this uncomfortable truth: we are not supernatural!!!In this episode I want to share my new mindset and set of tactics that have helped me reconcile this problem in my own path.This breakthrough has enabled newfound creative fuel for my journey and ultimately, unlocked what I believe to be path to finding your own supernatural creative strengths!!! LET’S GO!

We’ve talked nonstop about putting in the work but we have NEVER addressed the scariest elephant in the room: TALENT. I’d be lying if I said that my true creative heroes didn’t have some form of talent. In fact, the creatives that most light me up, all seem to have some transcendent innate super strength! This is often discouraging for most of us because when we start making creative work we are faced with this uncomfortable truth: we are not supernatural!!! In this episode I want to share my new mindset and set of tactics that have helped me reconcile this problem in my own path. This breakthrough has enabled newfound creative fuel for my journey and ultimately, unlocked what I believe to be path to finding your own supernatural creative strengths!!! LET’S GO!

WARNING THIS IS A WEIRD EPISODE! THERE IS NO EDITING OR MUSIC AND I GET REAAAAAL REAL.LET’S CUT THE CRAP.Every once in awhile I feel the need to do an episode with NO EDITING, NO MUSIC and NO AUDIO TRICKS.WHY? Because it’s VERY IMPORTANT to me that we forever come back to the true pulse of this show: SEEING CREATIVE PEOPLE THRIVE IN THEIR CAREERS.ALL THE STRATEGY and BRANDING is good but sometimes it gets in between us and clouds what this is all about.SO TODAY we strip away everything that is crowding the show and it’s just you, me and a mic. THIS IS A LOOOONG EPISODE and I GET REAL FIRED UP. There are some mindset shifts in here that I think have the potential to unlock your next career breakthrough.Topics we cover:- How to sustain momentum and avoid slow times and slumps- How to get over the fear of putting yourself out there- How to get more consistent in your style and voice- How to get a book published- How to find and express your value- How do I find my audie…

WARNING THIS IS A WEIRD EPISODE! THERE IS NO EDITING OR MUSIC AND I GET REAAAAAL REAL. LET’S CUT THE CRAP. Every once in awhile I feel the need to do an episode with NO EDITING, NO MUSIC and NO AUDIO TRICKS. WHY? Because it’s VERY IMPORTANT to me that we forever come back to the true pulse of this show: SEEING CREATIVE PEOPLE THRIVE IN THEIR CAREERS. ALL THE STRATEGY and BRANDING is good but sometimes it gets in between us and clouds what this is all about. SO TODAY we strip away everything that is crowding the show and it’s just you, me and a mic. THIS IS A LOOOONG EPISODE and I GET REAL FIRED UP. There are some mindset shifts in here that I think have the potential to unlock your next career breakthrough. Topics we cover: - How to sustain momentum and avoid slow times and slumps - How to get over the fear of putting yourself out there - How to get more consistent in your style and voice - How to get a book published - How to find and express your value - How do I find my audience

Sometimes I wonder if the secret to having great ideas is just developing the ability to notice them when they show up. I think we all have great ideas from time to time but if we haven’t developed the eye to recognize them, we won’t do what it takes to realize them to their full potential.In this conversation with my friend author and illustrator Joey Ellis we dive into the big idea that’s being driving his career for the past few years.Joey’s new book “Wolfie Monster and The Big Bad Pizza Battle” is OUT NOW and it’s FANTASTIC! This graphic novel is GREAT for kids but it’s also just a beautiful book full of phenomenal art!In this episode we talk about:The true gift of Jim HensonHow to leap off your creative heroesWeathering the front lines of critical responses to your workStaying sane through the rollercoaster of creative careersHow to hold BIG GOALS and little goals in tension for maximum effect

Sometimes I wonder if the secret to having great ideas is just developing the ability to notice them when they show up. I think we all have great ideas from time to time but if we haven’t developed the eye to recognize them, we won’t do what it takes to realize them to their full potential. In this conversation with my friend author and illustrator Joey Ellis we dive into the big idea that’s being driving his career for the past few years. Joey’s new book “Wolfie Monster and The Big Bad Pizza Battle” is OUT NOW and it’s FANTASTIC! This graphic novel is GREAT for kids but it’s also just a beautiful book full of phenomenal art! In this episode we talk about: The true gift of Jim Henson How to leap off your creative heroes Weathering the front lines of critical responses to your work Staying sane through the rollercoaster of creative careers How to hold BIG GOALS and little goals in tension for maximum effect