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How much should an artist be paid for their art? How much does that artist owe to the fans who keep them popular? Listen to this exploration on artists, fans, and money. Connect with Izolda This episode is brought to you by Brain.fm. I love and use brain.fm! It combines music and neuroscience to help me…
Seven Techniques to Conquer Imposter Syndrome Own Your Creative Space with Confidence This episode is brought to you by Izolda’s favorite productivity and well-being app, Brain.fm*, and this podcast’s host Podbean*. In this episode, we’re tackling something we all secretly wrestle with – Imposter Syndrome. You know, that annoying voice saying, “Are you sure you belong…
Warning: today’s Self-Made Creative episode deals with some challenging topics including depression, suicide prevention, and mental and psychological challenges. I discuss the recent suicides of both Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade and my thoughts on Creatives and emotional and psychological sensitivity. Of course, please, reach out for help if you need it. Remember, you deserve…
So, here’s another example of the universe’s balancing act. On Thursday, I put in the paperwork for additional hours that people at NASA asked me to do (more money coming in). On Friday, I had a car wreck (money going out). I have good insurance (helps pay for repairs/new car or whatever=money coming in). We…
How to Use Your Creativity to Innovate and Rise to Your Challenges The most important aspect of finding a better way to do things is creativity. If you want to innovate in your work or in your life, you have to first get creative. I spend a lot of time soaking up the latest writing…