Unstoppably Creative

Books are a beautiful thing, and right now I"m reading three of them. On today's episode I'll share all three titles and why they are important to have in your library. Oh, and Happy Halloween!

Have you lied to yourself? If you said no, you're lying right now. Believe it or not, there are four common lies that all creatives tell themselves at one time or another. And when you do it too much, you just might be keeping yourself from your own greatness! If you enjoyed this topic, you'll love: #84: The Creative Truth Bombs You Need to Hear Right Now #56: The Three Little Step to Get Anything...

As an artist, when did it become a requirement to also be an activist? In recent years, saying you're an artist (or actor, musician, whatever) has become synonymous with being an activist. But what about the artist who doesn't want to have the loud voice and stand on the picket lines, or worse yet, doesn't agree with the masses? Well, there's a place for everyone, and today I'm bringing this to li...

What's this crazy thing called "time?" To me...it' a marker of the good you put into the world. Let's talk truth about time in today's weekly truth bomb. *Speaking of time, yes, I'm dropping this at a new time this week to see if you listen in on Sunday afternoon.

If you've been a lifetime creative, you've probably got a TON of unfinished projects. Don't worry, you're not alone! But all of those unfinished projects might be robbing you of the creative energy. Today I'll show you how an easy five-step process to help you decide which projects are worth investing your time in and which ones you should abandon to make space for more. Download my FREE Guide: 52...

It's true! We are officially in the final three months of the year and I want you to finish strong. This episode is all about committing to thing that can really move the needle forward in your career and your life. But this list might surprise you. It's not about filling a to-do list and go full steam ahead. No. Today I'm going to show you how to actually stop adding to the list, and start gettin...

History has many examples of the destruction that can happen when you follow the herd. Tune in as I give it to you straight. This might cause some controversy, but they don't call me the truth bomb girl for nothing.

Hey, if you're a creative, you've probably got a little competitive streak in you too. After all, whether you're an actor, musician, furniture builder, sculptor, painter or poet--you're vying for other people's attention and naturally want people to buy your art instead of someone else's. Right? Well unlike any other kind of commerce, creatives have an advantage over most other businesses. Check i...

You know those people who love to critique other people's work or tear down something you've built, when they themselves, have never built anything? That's what today's truth bomb is all about. Tune in. #truthbomb

The best creatives are brilliant at rituals. You've heard of famous writers sitting in the same chair every day to write, or the drummer who practices beats on a wood block in his man cave, or the actor who puts herself on camera every single day at 11 a.m. sharp! Whether you engage in creative rituals or not, here are three that will absolutely transform the way you do your art. Leslie's Website...

Welcome to your new bonus episode! Starting this week, you'll now get two episodes of the Unstoppably Creative Podcast. These quick Truth Bomb episodes will take one subject--one truth--and give it to you straight in just 1-3 minutes. It's a great way to start your day and transform your life in one little explosive truth bomb.

These last two weeks were rough. In this episode, I'm going to show you how important your art and creativity is to the world and its magical healing powers. And at the end you'll get a bonus song to show you what I mean! Leslie's Website Don't forget to grab my new free guide: 52 Ways to Level-Up Your Creative Career Remember to tune in again on Thursday, September 14 for the first mid-week quick...

There are all kinds of creatives. Some like being creative just for fun, as a hobby. Others might have a side hustle that brings in a little money. And others want to build a full-blown business with a team, a brick and mortar store and online sales up the wazoo! Whichever camp you live in, this is the episode for you because I'm going to break down three things that are so important to your succe...

Every human is looking for purpose. Without it we wander aimlessly in life and our choices aren't based in anything solid. In this episode I'm going to dive deep into why having a defined purpose is so important and how to construct a mission statement that truly speaks to you and lets you share your gifts with the world. Links recommended in this episode: #32: How to Uncover Your Personal Values...

Being organized is actually one of the cornerstones of success--yes, even as a creative. There's a myth out there that being organized will cramp your style as a creative. But the truth is, getting organized actually makes you more creative. And that's what I'm talking about on this episode! Don't forget to click here to download my new Free Guide: 52 Ways to Level-Up Your Creative Career If you l...

If you've been listening to this podcast for any time at all, you've heard me say that I'm known in my circles as the :"truth bomb girl." What that really means is that I'm not afraid to push through to the final 10% of the truth. But don't worry, I'm fairly gentle when I tell you a truth bomb. But don't be surprised if it stops you in your tracks. Today I share five creative truth bombs that you...

Every creative has a secret to protect--often more than one! Me included. But these might not be kind secrets you're thinking. Today I'm going to unpack three secrets that you've been hiding (without even realizing it), and how you can bring them to light to help you thrive. If you liked this episode, you'll also enjoy: #72: The 4 Lies "Being Busy" Tells Us #13: The 3 Stories That Are Killing Your...

The one thing I've learned about choosing a creative life is patience. Rarely will things happen exactly when you want them to. That doesn't give you permission to NOT keep pushing forward. But it's important to remember that some things are out of our hands, so we have to learn how to trust and be patient. Tune in because I'm going to share some tips for working on your patience so you don't driv...

Aren't you tired of that one project that just keeps lagging behind? Maybe you're writing a screenplay or "planning" a concert, or working on your art installation. But for some reason, it just isn't getting done! Well, this week, we're going on a power sprint together! That's right, I'm nominating everyone who listens to this podcast to join me on a creative power sprint to finally get the projec...

Wow! Can you believe that the year is half over? But that's not a bad thing! That just means you're still got six full months to crush your creative ventures! So what's up for you in the rest of this year? Are you going to have a concert? Launch your business? Start a podcast? Whaddup? On today's episode I'm going to give you the best tips I know to make the second half of this year knock your soc...

I don't know about you, but I've got a billions of ideas all the time. Okay, maybe not billions, but a lot! I'll be you're the same way. But of course, it's impossible to enact every single one of them. On this episode I'm going to show you how to honor all of your ideas even if you know you're not going to actually do anything about them.

Is it time to quit your creative pursuit? Gosh, I never thought I'd ask that question of myself. But in January of 2020, before Covid, I decided it was time to leave my acting career behind. But this decision was not made on a whim! In fact, what some people might call quitting, for me it was a shift that was bigger than that--one that was gnawing at me at strongly as when it gnawed at me to move...

Have you ever caught yourself asking the same question and expecting a different answer? Well, some people might say that's the definition of insanity. But asking good questions just takes practice, and on today's episode I'm going to share some the most common questions creatives ask themselves, and give you a better question to ask that will lead you to a better answer! #3: The Most Important an...

Creatives are freakin' brave! It takes real guts to put yourself out there is a way that society doesn't expect. Creatives are the movers and shakers of the world, but if you live only in your head, and never take the bold steps, it's tough to get anywhere. Today I'll break down how to conquer your biggest fears with an easy three step process. Need a little kick in the butt? Let's schedule one of...

Numbers?! Why do numbers matter for a creative? Well, behind every great artist, writer, actor, musician and entrepreneur there are important numbers that help you track your progress, stay organized and get things done! Nope. Don't shy away from talking numbers because in this episode I'm going to show you five of the most important number you can use every day in your creative life! If you enjoy...