
3 Cool Things to Stand Out at In Person Events
Last week we talked about the importance of building your community in the real world by attending in person events. Today we're talking about three things that can help you stand out at events! 1. Business Cards Business cards may seem old school, but they are...

Finding Cool Networking Events Right in Your Backyard!
An important part of marketing yourself and your work is networking. And while we have all gotten used to connecting over Zoom, nothing beats in person events for connecting and building relationships. For the Hollywood crowd, the biggest event of the year is Comic...

Be Ready to Pitch Anytime, Anywhere
September is marketing month! One of the most important pieces of your marketing is being able to talk about all of your projects. My challenge for you this month is to craft killer project cocktail pitches for every single one of your projects. While this challenge...

Be Easy to Find With a Creative Website
We are getting started early with September as the month marketing. As creatives, a lot of us cringe when we have to market ourselves and our projects. Whether you have a corporate job, you're a freelancer, or a solopreneur, no one is going to hire you or buy what...

Every Problem Has an Answer
Last week we talked about how being helpful can make you feel good, build your network, and help your career. There was one situation that I didn't cover. Sometimes you don’t even know you can ask for help. When we feel that we are in an impossible situation, it...

The Unexpected Benefits of Being Helpful
I love to help. I realized in the past couple of years that being a helper is a large part of my identity. I feel lucky that I have found a profession that is centered around helping people. Seeing people light up and gain confidence makes my day. I encourage you to...

How to Wear the Manager Hat for Your Creative Business
A few weeks ago, we talked about creative entrepreneurs wearing three hats to run a successful business - the Maker, the Manager, and the Marketer. In July, we talked about how you can up your Maker game by cultivating curiosity and working on your craft. Let's...

Embracing Silly: Unpacking the Magic of the Barbie Movie
I saw the Barbie movie a couple of weeks ago and was completely enchanted. I have never seen a movie that is so silly and so clever at the same time. (No spoilers ahead.) The movie simultaneously embraced what people love about Barbie and what they hate about her....

Unleash Your Creative Superpower: The Magic of Enthusiasm
As a creative, your enthusiasm will shines in your latest project. Enthusiasm makes you magnetic and charismatic, no matter what you're talking about or who you are talking to. Be unapologetically excited about what you're creating, exuberantly share it with the...

How an Ergonomic Workspace Can Upgrade your Productivity
With our laptops, phones, and the Internet, you can work and create anywhere. While it's important to be flexible, you also need a dedicated home base workspace, whether it's a home office, a cozy corner desk, or your day job cubicle. Being comfortable is key to...