(FYI, this is a bit longer read than normal. Thanks for sticking with me!) Early on in my journey, I heard these three principles from founder of Kit, Nathan Barry: And “work in public” is exactly what I want to do in this essay. I personally love seeing behind-the-scenes of creative projects. So that’s what…
I’ll be the first to admit: I’m afraid of making mistakes. Choosing the wrong path, saying the wrong words, presenting myself in the wrong way, failing at a project, or even doing something that doesn’t align with what I “should” be doing. This fear of failure holds so many people back – myself included. Some…
As a student, learning feels like a waste of time. Schools force curriculum to each student regardless of their individual skills, talents, and interests. Whether you want to or not, it’s required to check the boxes that the system has set in place. As a result, a majority of students are left with a skewed…
I’ve heard the story dozens of times. __________’s business began by creating YouTube videos, building an audience, and then launching a product. They made $__________ from the launch alone! And this particular story dated all the way back to 2014. A full 10 years ago. We live in a world that these types of opportunities…
Let’s face it. Eight hour work days are a joke. If any employer expects any (or all) of their employees to remain: For 8 hours per day, 5 days a week – they’re delusional. We are not monkeys in cages. We are not robots with no external needs. We were not created to fulfill repetitive…
When life feels overwhelming, a majority of people pull out their phone for surface-level relief. This learned habit provides us with a quick hit of dopamine, but never provides a feeling of satisfaction. The next time we need a quick break, we’ll run right back to the same apps we did 30 minutes earlier. This…
Deciding what to create content about holds so many creatives back in the beginning. Imposter syndrome causes many people to take the “safe route.” It’s easier not to step on anyone’s toes. And even when you do create content – how do you do so in a way that remains fun and exciting for years…
Time is our most precious resource. “Finding time” to do specific things is often our most difficult task. Regardless of how important a task is to us, it often feels like a chore to carve out the time and make it happen. Unless you schedule time for something– it likely won’t happen. Life gets busy….
In the creative field, specialism runs rampant. Perfect your craft. Perfect your work. Zero-in on your area of expertise, and forget about the rest. The further you tailor your skill to a specific market, the more “successful” you’re supposed to be. “I’m a visual effects artist for athletic brands.” Most believe the more specific, the…