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FULL SHOWNOTESTo view the full episode show notes, visit: https://www.perspective-collective.com/perspectivepodcast/222-------------------------------------------------------------------------Getting Creatively Fit by Getting Physically FitLooking for actionable ways to improve your wellness while simultaneously growing your creative biz?Today’s guest is on a mission to help us become more physically fit, so we can become more creatively fit.I’m stoked to bring on the show today my Nutrition and Training Coach, Aaron Straker of Straker Nutrition Co.He’s a Digital Nomad who is growing his popular Metabolic Protocol Program and Eat. Train. Prosper. Podcast In today’s episode, we talk about the power of investing in yourself, as well as talking shop on boosting appearance, mood, productivity, and more!My goal is to inspire you to start putting your wellness and self-care first, so you can reap the rewards in the creative (and confidence) department.----------------------------------------------------------------

FULL SHOWNOTESTo view the full episode show notes, visit: https://www.perspective-collective.com/perspectivepodcast/221--------------------------------------------------------------------------The Basics of Licensing, Outreach, & Creative MarketingStruggling to flip on the creative business switch to scale your business and make more profit?Today’s guests, Katie Johnson and Ilana Griffo of Loomier, help artists take the fear out of business.They’ve created a one-stop-shop with helpful tools, courses, resources, and community to put you in a position to crush your creative biz.Katie and Ilana still grind on the side doing freelance and licensing while selling their own product lines and resources that brings in that appealing passive income.In today’s episode, we talk shop on the basics of licensing, repurposing your work, getting good at selling, and more!The goal of this episode is to help you become more profitable with your creative craft!----------------------------------------------------------------

FULL SHOWNOTESTo view the full episode show notes, visit: https://www.perspective-collective.com/perspectivepodcast/220---Why it’s OKAY (and Healthy) for People to Unfollow YouOne of the hardest pills for me to swallow while playing this creative game is this:Not everyone will love you OR your work…(Maybe you’re one of the lucky souls whom this shit doesn’t bother.)But, if you’re a recovering people-pleaser like I am, it’s a hard truth that takes time to embrace.Hence why my forever motto is, “You can’t make everyone happy, you’re not pizza!”In today’s episode, I'm going to break down why it’s GOOD for people to unfollow you (or unsubscribe).That way, you’re in a better mindset to embrace it and use it as a springboard to take your creative pursuits to the next level—where your foundation is solely built on producing and sharing work that’s true to your core.I’ll also share some of my biggest lessons learned on how to shift this into a more positive and productive perspective.RESOURCES & REFERENCESPP206:

FULL SHOWNOTESTo view the full episode show notes, visit: https://www.perspective-collective.com/perspectivepodcast/219------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Slowly Scaling a Profitable Side HustleStressing out because you haven’t figured out how to grow your hobby into a profitable side hustle?Kill the pressure and give yourself a break—it takes time to find your groove.Today’s guest took her sweet time to find her groove, too. Karen Nguyen of the Sweet Afternoon Bake Shop has patiently scaled her baking hobby into a profitable side hustle (while growing a large following around it).She’s known for dishing out desserts on the daily and treating Canadians to tasty treat boxes.In today’s episode, Karen goes deep on how to slowly monetize your side hustle, create and repurpose content, manage your time more effectively, and more!If you’re ready to take the next steps to taking yourself seriously and scaling your side hustle, you’re going to eat this one up.----

We’re back with another BEST HITS special for you today.As always, every 7th week, I take a mental health break to recharge the batteries, as well as dig into the archives to replay a listener fave you may have never heard!Today, I’m resharing episode 117 featuring the James Freakin’ Victore.This dude brings an absurd amount of bold, tough love and extremely empowering energy to the table.Your earholes and heart will be grateful after listening.We’re back next week to feature my homegirl Karen Nyguen of Sweet Afternoon Baked Goods!Stay tuned and let’s get into this banger featuring James Victore.--------------------------------------------------------------------------RESOURCES & REFERENCESOriginal ShownotesBook: Feck PerfuctionJoin Coaching Program WaitlistCONNECT WITH JAMESWebsiteInstagramYoutube----GET A GLOBAL PODCAST SHOUTOUTBecome a future Listener of the Week by Subscribing and leaving a Rating & Review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes here.FREE TOOLKIT TO SIDE HUSTLE FREEDOM6 FREE resources to help yo

Pricing Your Illustration Work Made EasyDoes trying to price your creative work stress you out?What if there was a way to simplify the game, especially in terms of usage, rights, and licensing?We have the Magnificent Maggie Enterrios of the Lovely LittlePatterns back on our show today.She’s been a hired weapon for clients like Drake, Apple, Alpro, and for alcohol, beauty, and food-related brands seeking her proprietary botanical illustration skills.In today’s episode, Maggie goes deep on how to price your illustration work, usage rights, negotiating, and more.If you’re ready to step your game up, communicate your value, and charge what you're worth, then you’re going to love this one.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------RESOURCES & REFERENCESEp. 116Flowerscape Coloring BookJoin the Side Hustler’s Coaching WaitlistCONNECT WITH MAGGIEWebsiteInstagramBehance----GET A GLOBAL PODCAST SHOUTOUTBecome a future Listener of the Week by Subscribing and leaving a Ratin

Blazing Your Own Creative PathI’ve learned in my 11-ish years of grinding on the side post-college there is no “one-size-fits-all” creative career path.I used to try and follow in my idol’s footsteps the realms of art, design, podcasting, speaking, etc.However, following someone else’s path only made me feel like an unfulfilled and unsuccessful version 2.0 of them.Instead, I decided to bet on myself and do things my way OUTSIDE a day job, family, and life responsibilities.That’s what blazing your own path is all about:Making moves on your own terms.Being patient and NOT seeking shortcuts.Staying focused with your eyes on the prize.My goal with this episode is to put you in a position to do your thing full-time one day.RESOURCES & REFERENCESPP 204: Slow & Steady GrindPP 206: Imposter SyndromePP 209: Planting SeedsJoin the for Side Hustler’s Coaching Waitlist----GET A GLOBAL PODCAST SHOUTOUTBecome a future Listener of the Week by Subscribing and leaving a Rating & Review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes her

How to Grow an Engaged Community That Gives a ShitStruggling to get people to care about you, your work, and your vision?Today, we have a previous guest back: my brother Tom Ross, CEO of Design Cuts, and Co-Host of The Honest Designers and Biz Buds podcast.He’s a marketing wizard who helps entrepreneurs (and even creatives like you and I am) build engaged communities!In today’s episode, Tom drops a TON of helpful/tactical info on defining your audience, getting people to care, creating super fans, and more!If you’re ready to flip on the marketing switch and build an engaged community around what you do, then this one you’ll wanna listen to this one TWICE.DOWNLOAD THE COMMUNITY MANUALIf you want to support Tom and go deeper on what he shared today, go and grab his book for FREE here: http://communitymanual.com/--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------RESOURCES & REFERENCESCommunity ManualTom Ross Ep. 119Tom Ross Ep. 156Biz Buds Ep. 175Shop Design CutsHonest Desi

Gain More Traction on Social MediaStruggling to gain traction on social media? If you want to inject a spark into your work, you’ll love today’s guest, Allan Peters of Peters Design Co.He’s worked with major brands like Nike, Star Wars, Dream Works, ESPN, and Patagonia while being recognized by design behemoths like Communication Arts and How Magazine.In today’s episode, Allan and I talk shop on:Growing your online following.Creatively posting consistent content.Getting people to care about what you share.Cross-pollinating multiple social channels.Finding what works for you, logo inspiration, and more.You’re going to want to take notes AND listen twice!-------------------------------------------------------------------------RESOURCES & REFERENCESAesthetic ApparatusEvoluent Vertical MouseLogo InspirationLogo ArchiveJoin the Side Hustler’s Coaching WaitlistCONNECT WITH ALLANWebsite InstagramShopBehanceDribbbleTwitter----GET A GLOBAL PODCAST SHOUTOUTBecome a future Listener of the Week by Subscribing and lea

FULL SHOWNOTESTo view the full episode show notes, visit: https://www.perspective-collective.com/perspectivepodcast/214--------------------------------------------------------------------------Consistent Action Over Time = Big ResultsWe’re back for round 4 of a back-to-back Side Hustler’s Student Spotlight Special featuring my Spring 2021 students.The Side Hustler’s Coaching Program is an intense 12-week boot camp where 12 creatives like yourself master the art:Leveraging your day job to fuel your dream job.Treating your side hustle like it’s your full-time grind.Blazing your own path to side hustle success.⁣⁣The Spring 2021 students you’re going to fall in love with are:Tom Hewitt, UK – @art_by_chewyJennifer Nhan, CA – @itsjenmade  ⁣Kirstie Bones, CA – @k.b.o.n.e.s⁣Michael Chang, IL – @stronkprints ⁣Cat Brown, AZ – @the.mystic.nomadRyssa Asuncion, CT – @rka.creative ⁣Nino Flores, TN – @ninocfloresBrennan Gilbert, CO – @brennangilbertAndy Brown, NY – @andykbrown.design ⁣Danielle Duran, CA – @creativelydani⁣Is

Consistent Action Over Time = Big ResultsFULL SHOWNOTESTo view the full episode show notes, visit: https://www.perspective-collective.com/perspectivepodcast/213-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------We’re back for round 4 of a back-to-back Side Hustler’s Student Spotlight Special featuring my current Spring 2021 students.The Side Hustler’s Coaching Program is an intense 12-week boot camp where 12 creatives like yourself master the art:Leveraging your day job to fuel your dream job.Treating your side hustle like it’s your full-time grind.Blazing your own path to side hustle success.⁣⁣The Spring 2021 students you’re going to fall in love with are:Nino Flores, TN – @ninocfloresBrennan Gilbert, CO – @brennangilbertAndy Brown, NY – @andykbrown.design ⁣Danielle Duran, CA – @creativelydani⁣Isaac Hanson, SD – @illustratedbyisaacKristina Zlatanov, CA – @thesmallegoTom Hewitt, UK – @art_by_chewyJennifer Nhan, CA – @itsjenmade  ⁣Kirstie Bones, CA – @k.b.o.n.e.s⁣Michael Chang

We have another BEST HITS episode for you today.Every 7th week, I take a little mental health break to recharge the batteries.Today, I’m resharing episode 116 featuring the Magnificent Maggie Enterrios of the Lovely LittlePatterns.To date, this one easily ranks as one of the top 3 most shared episodes...that’s because Maggie is a rockstar and packs an absurd amount of McValue Nuggets for freelancing artists and designers.We’re back the next 2 weeks with a 2-Part Side Hustler’s Coaching Student Spotlight followed up by Allan Peters of Peters Design Co!We’re getting sprung as we end spring with tons of gold.Stay tuned and let’s get into this banger featuring Maggie of LittlePatterns.RESOURCES & REFERENCESOriginal ShownotesGraphic Artists Guild HandbookTypes of Illustration LicensingIllustration Licensing ExplainedEnroll for Side Hustler’s Boot CampJoin Coaching Program WaitlistCONNECT WITH MAGGIEWebsiteInstagramBehance----GET A GLOBAL PODCAST SHOUTOUTBecome a future Listener of the Week by Subscribing and l

Preparing to Make the Full-Time LeapToday’s guest, Belinda Kou, took control of her destiny early on and turned her interests in lettering into a full-time creative business…She built her lettering business all outside a day job while being a rad mom to two kiddos.Not only has she done work for big brands like NPR, Coach, Trader Joe’s, and Washington Post, but her educational content is quickly building a hyper-engaged and hella-hungry community.Belinda shares tips for preparing yourself for the full-time leap, managing your time effectively, creating your content strategy, and more in today’s episode. If you’re looking for a heavy dose of inspiration to start taking yourself and your work more seriously, this episode will give you the fix you need!--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------RESOURCES & REFERENCESBelinda’s NewsletterEnroll for Side Hustler’s Boot CampJoin the Side Hustler’s Coaching WaitlistCONNECT WITH BELINDAInstagramTikTokWebsite----GET A GLOBA

Leveraging Side Projects Outside Your Day JobToday’s guest, Michael Fugoso “AKA Fugstrator,” epitomizes everything I preach in terms of leveraging a day job to fuel the dream job.He’s freelanced with behemoths like Space X, Nasa, and Boeing (to name a few).However, while he went BACK to working a day job, he’s still finding his side hustle groove and focusing on educational content for the Fugstrator brand.You can take his Digital Illustration: Paper Pop-Up Style Skillshare class here.In today’s episode, Mike and I talk shop about how full-time freelance is over-glorified, the pressures of social media, quantity leading to quality, and more!If you need some validation and encouragement to leverage your day job to chase your dream job, this episode was made for you.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------RESOURCES & REFERENCESFugstrator’s Skillshare ClassFugstrator's Ep.98Join the Side Hustlehttp://sidehustlerscoaching.com/r’s Coaching WaitlistRegister for FREE

Leveraging Side Projects Outside Your Day JobToday’s special episode is all about motivating yourself.I’m hella humbled and extra jolly to bring back Jason Craig, Grizzly Wheeler, and Matt Dawson—all on one episode.These are some of the most driven, talented, and down-to-earth humans I know.In today’s episode, we’re going deep on:Staying inspired to continually elevate your craft.Making shit happen on your own terms, despite your circumstances.Not tying your identity to your work.Defining your own picture of success.Showing yourself in your work, not just the highlight reels, and more. If you need to light a fire under your biscuits and have someone keep shit real and shoot it straight, you’re going to dig this one.--------------------------------------------------------------------------RESOURCES & REFERENCESGrizzly Wheeler Ep.193Matt Dawson Ep.37Matt Dawson Ep.159Jason Craig Ep.151Jason Craig Ep.43 CONNECT WITH GRIZZLY, MATT, AND JASONGrizzly’s IGMatt’s IGJason’s IG----GET A GLOBAL PODCAST SHOUTOUTBecom

FULL SHOWNOTESTo view the full episode show notes, visit: https://www.perspective-collective.com/perspectivepodcast/209---I’m in the seed planting business.(And, no, I don’t mean that I’m literally out here slangin’ sacks of seeds on corners.)I’m planting seeds in the content I create and in the mindset I plant in my students.As the episode artwork states: You don’t reap the rewards the day you plant the seed.Today, I’m going to convince you to join me and my students in the seed planting business.It’s about mastering the mindset of:Making intentional movesTrusting the creative processWaiting patiently for your seeds to sprout.Let’s plant some seeds, shall we?RESOURCES & REFERENCESPP 204: Slow & Steady GrindPP 206: Imposter SyndromeJoin the for Side Hustler’s Coaching Waitlist----GET A GLOBAL PODCAST SHOUTOUTBecome a future Listener of the Week by Subscribing and leaving a Rating & Review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes here.FREE TOOLKIT TO SIDE HUSTLE FREEDOM6 FREE resources to help you grow an audience

To view the full episode show notes, visit: https://www.perspective-collective.com/perspectivepodcast/208Leveraging Side Projects Outside Your Day JobToday’s guests have built boomin’ empires both solo and together by creating side projects outside their day jobs.I’m talking about Femke van Schoonoven and Charli Prangley who make waves in the digital world of design, marketing, and education.When they’re not crushing their day jobs, they’re building engaged communities via their solo Twitters, YouTube Channels, and notable podcast: Design Life.In today’s episode, Femke, Charli, and I chat about leveraging side projects outside a day job and how to scale those projects with consistency.If you’re feeling overwhelmed and looking for a sign that you’re on the right path, then we got you covered like a blanket today.RESOURCES & REFERENCESDesign Life PodcastDesign Life TwitterDesign Life PatreonJoin the Side Hustler’s Coaching WaitlistCONNECT WITH CHARLIYouTubeWebsiteTwitterCONNECT WITH FEMKEYouTubeWebsiteTwitt

Simplifying the World of PricingWe welcome Becca Courtice of The Happy Ever Crafter back to the show today.She’s been building her calligraphy and lettering empire over the years by way of education, digital products, community building, client work, and marketing.Becca is a beast in the social media world. She’s amassed audience totals of over 200k on both Youtube and Instagram, almost 100k as of recording on TikTok, plus a large, engaged community on Facebook.In today's episode, Becca and I chat about simplifying pricing for creatives, making the mindset shift from hobby to creative biz, communicating your value, and more.She also has a killer free webinar you can attend if you’re craving more.If you’re ready to turn pro, monetize your creative talents, and take yourself more seriously, this episode was made for you.RESOURCES & REFERENCESFree Pricing WorkshopEpisode 110 feat. BeccaJoin the Side Hustler’s Coaching Waitlist CONNECT WITH BECCAInstagramWebsiteFacebook GroupTikTok----GET A GLOBAL PODCAST SHO

BEST HITS | EPISODE 150 WITH CHRIS DO OF THE FUTURChris’s mission is to empower creatives to make money doing what we love without selling our souls through his educational platform called The Futur. You’ll find a goldmine of business, design, and inspirational resources to help you thrive on your creative grind (he’ll tell you more about this and where you can get more info on your own, after this episode of course).The content he and his team have dished out has amassed a global, loyal, and engaged tribe of over 600k on YouTube, 140k on The Futur’s IG, almost 200k on his personal IG, and 100k on Facebook.Do a few hand exercises to loosen up so you can rack up your notes because we diving deep on topics like:Setting BHAGS: Big Hairy Audacious GoalsBecoming the type of person who runs toward change instead of awayEmbracing failure as the tuition you pay for successBecoming known and remembered for somethingCreating for a bigger cause, being a disruptor, producing and polishing turds, and more.This episode is

FULL SHOWNOTESTo view the full episode show notes, visit: https://www.perspective-collective.com/perspectivepodcast/206---Do you ever feel like:You don’t belong and question your existence?An outsider forcing yourself to fit in?You have nothing worthwhile to offer?If so, you, my friend, are dealing with Imposter Syndrome…but you’re not alone.This show has always been a form of journaling where I can work through shit I’m dealing with.I always want to peel back the curtain and vulnerably share the season I’m in.My hopes are to timestamp this moment and show you that EVERYONE second guesses themselves.I’m also going to bake in some light bulb lessons, tips, and tactics I’ve learned to leverage these phases of imposter syndrome.I want you to finish this one seeing Imposter Syndrome as:A season for big changes ahead of you.A chance to massively grow by leaning into the discomfort.RESOURCES & REFERENCESJoin the Side Hustler’s Coaching Waitlist----GET A GLOBAL PODCAST SHOUTOUTBecome a future Listener of the Wee