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…
Feeling lost is the new norm. Brain fog, lack of clarity, and indecisiveness are common traits most people possess. A day off work is often worse than a day at work because you don’t know how to spend your free time. Staying focused on a single task for an extended period of time feels impossible….
For years I was burdened by a lack of clarity. I was working as the lead video producer for an agency – but was desperately seeking change. I knew I wanted something different… but didn’t know what. Little did I know at the time, this lack of knowing what I wanted was the main reason I wasn’t able…
No one likes the feeling of not being heard. We all want to be validated in our thoughts, opinions, and ideas. If people aren’t listening to what we say in conversation, it can be frustrating. It feels as if they don’t care – and what they say is more important than our input. But what…
Writing. Online business. Passion. Purpose. Travel. Outdoors. Entrepreneurship. Journaling. Productivity. Creativity. Photography. Video. Art. Education. How the heck do I manage multiple interests, and tie them all together into a “specific niche?” Most creative entrepreneurs think they need to focus on one specific thing for the rest of their lives (and never waver). Some people…
Every business is defined by one specific thing. It’s what differentiates businesses from hobbies, and coffee shops from being “cool spots to hang out.” If you’re reading this – I’d imagine that you’re either: Even if you simply consider yourself a “passionate person that wants to do what you love for a living,” this information…
Each new year has a sneaky way of passing by. As of this week, we’re halfway through 2024. Can you believe that? Heading into Q3 (the 3rd quarter of the year), I like to do a quick check-in to see where I’m at with my goals, priorities, and barriers. Setting lofty New Year’s resolutions always…
Every creative person knows the feeling. That nagging, invisible force that holds you back from doing what you know you need to be doing. For some odd reason, every time you try to do the thing, it arrives. No matter how hard you try, the invisible force seems to creep in from the shadows and puts a…
It’s in our nature to avoid problems at all costs. They’re awkward, uncomfortable, painful, and persistent. Instead of facing them and learning from the journey, most people try to avoid their problems. But, problems serve a purpose. They’re the parts of life that point to meaningful solutions. Satisfaction comes from solving these problems. Goals…