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Do You Know Your Audience? The NFL and Olympics Sure Do (Not the Smartest Guys in the Room - Episode Swap) In this conversation, the hosts Tom and Dom discuss various topics including the Olympics, audience engagement, and the NFL's strategies for connecting with viewers. They emphasize the importance of knowing one's audience, gathering feedback, and adapting content to meet audience needs. The d...

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Episode Overview: Part 2 In the conclusion of this deep-dive, Jim Kwik and Julie Lokun tackle the "Elephant in the Room": a traditional education system designed for a world that no longer exists. Jim shares personal stories from his childhood "broken brain" and how those struggles shaped his mission to help entrepreneurs—and their children—become irreplaceably human. Whether you are a parent wond...

n this high-energy episode of Get Obsessed , host Julie Lokun sits down with the world’s leading brain coach, Jim Kwik . From being labeled "the boy with the broken brain" to coaching CEOs at Google, SpaceX, and Nike, Jim shares his blueprint for upgrading your mental operating system. The conversation dives deep into why cognitive flexibility is the #1 skill for the 2026 economy and how to stay r...

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CREATIVE ENTREPRENEUR PODCAST THE THEIR LIFESTYLE BRAND! CLICK HERE: THE CREATIVE ENTREPRENEUR LIFESTYLE BRAND The Power & Pitfalls of Creative Collaborations: When to Say Yes and When to Walk Away Host: Julie Lokun & Dominick Domasky Topic: Business Collaborations, Strategic Partnerships, Entrepreneurial Growth LEARN MORE: www.cre8tivecon.com Episode Summary In the world of b...

Are you drowning in daily tasks and losing sight of your creative vision? In this episode of The Creative Entrepreneur , we sit down with Chris Cushing , an Air Force veteran and the founder of VA Victory . Known as the "innovation co-pilot" to high-level executives, Chris shares how she helps entrepreneurs see around corners and regain control of their time. From her roots in basic training to ma...

JOIN US LIVE AT CRE8TIVE CON- www.cre8tivecon.com The Meat: What We Talked About 1. The Rise of "Work Slop" Jonathan Aberman introduces a term every entrepreneur needs to know: Work Slop . This is the generic, uninspired, and often incorrect content generated when humans "phone it in" with AI. The Red Flag: If you’re seeing six-paragraph LinkedIn posts filled with em dashes and the word "delve," y...

Show Notes: The Creative Entrepreneur Podcast Featured Spotlight: The CJ Moneyway Show In this episode, we are stepping outside our usual studio walls to highlight a fellow creator who is making massive waves in the entrepreneurial space: Corwin “CJ” Johnson , host of The CJ Moneyway Show . If you’re a fan of The Creative Entrepreneur , you know we live for the intersection of passion and profit....

MEET US LIVE AT CRE8TIVE CON! www.cre8tivecon.com NFL Business Lessons: Marques Ogden on the Audit of a $20M Failure The high-performance habits that get you to the NFL are the same ones that can lead to a business collapse if your ego takes the wheel. In this episode of the Creative Entrepreneur Podcast , hosts Julie Lokun and Dominic Domasky sit down with former NFL offensive lineman Marques Ogd...

Meet Karen Conti LIVE (and JULIE AND DOM) at Cre8tive Con IN CHICAGO www.cre8tivecon.com How do you go from defending the world’s most infamous serial killer to hosting a radio show for 30 years? In this episode of The Creative Entrepreneur , we sit down with Karen Conti —veteran criminal defense attorney, WGN Radio host , and author of the gripping new book, "Killing Time." Karen shares the high-...

Join Us LIVE at Cre8tive Con and Save $50 with code KWIK50 at checkout www.cre8tivecon.com One dropped out of college; one walked away from a media giant. Together, they have built creator empires worth over $200 million. In this high-impact episode of The Creative Entrepreneur , hosts Julie Lokun and Dominick Domasky break down the psychological "hooks" and relentless consistency behind the world...

Join US LIVE AT CRE8TIVE CON : www.cre8tivecon.com Are you ready to join the 40% of Americans turning their passion into a paycheck? Welcome to the Creative Entrepreneur Podcast . If you’ve ever wondered how to transition from a dreamer to a Creative CEO , this episode is your blueprint. Your hosts, Julie Lokun and Lauren Erickson (the "Homegirls" of business growth), break down the exact framewor...

JOIN DOM AND JULIE LIVE AT CRE8TIVE CON IN CHICAGO AND SAVE $50 with code KWIK50 at CHECKOUT! www.cre8tivecon.com Is burnout holding you back from your creative potential? As we kick off 2026, the pressure to "do it all" is at an all-time high. In this episode of The Creative Entrepreneur Podcast , we sit down with Michael Mannix , co-founder of Unparalleled Performance and author of the number on...

Meet Dom and Julie Live in Chicago! Save $50 TODAY at checkout by using the code KWIK50. www.cre8tivecon.com While Dominick on assignment, Julie is taking the mic and talking all things New Years, burnout and goals. Happy New Year from your favorite entrepreneurs, Dom and Julie As a creative entrepreneur, you are expected to do everything at once: build the business, stay visible, create content,...

Meet Us LIVE in Chicago this February: www.cre8tivecon.com In this episode of The Creative Entrepreneur Podcast, Julie Lokun, JD, founder of Cre8tive Con and The Mediacasters, sits down with entrepreneur, publisher, and storytelling strategist Dominick Domasky to discuss business growth, money mindset, and taking calculated risks as an entrepreneur. This conversation explores how community buildin...

Join Us Live in Chicago this February! www.cre8tivecon.com What if the most powerful sales lessons did not come from a boardroom, a funnel, or a script but from behind a bar? In this episode of The Creative Entrepreneur Podcast , hosts Julie Lokun and Dominic Domasky sit down with sales expert and author Neil Rogers for a candid, practical, and deeply human conversation about sales, business, and...

JOIN US LIVE AT CRE8TIVE CON If you believe in real relationships, real conversations, and real business growth, this is where you belong. Cre8tive Con is an in-person and online experience designed for entrepreneurs, creatives, and business owners who want to build visibility, authority, and meaningful connections. Learn more and register at www.cre8tivecon.com . Use code KWIK50 to save 50 dollar...

Join Us Live At Cre8tive Con This February! www.cre8tivecon.com The economy is shifting, budgets are tighter, and entrepreneurs everywhere are asking the same question: Is it even possible to grow right now? In this solo episode of The Creative Entrepreneur Podcast, host Julie Lokun addresses the reality many business owners, creatives, coaches, consultants, podcasters, and service providers are f...

Meet Jim Kwik LIVE in Chicago, February 20th-22nd at Cre8tive Con! Save $50 with code KWIK50 today at checkout! www.cre8tivecon.com In this second installment of my in-depth interview with brain coach and bestselling author Jim Kwik, we explore the habits, mindset, and tools that have allowed him to transform early struggles with learning into a global impact movement. Jim explains why cognitive f...

Join Julie and Dom at Cre8tive Con 2026 Cre8tive Con returns in 2026 with a powerhouse lineup of creators, entrepreneurs, and global thought leaders. Join Julie Lokun and Dominick Domasky in Chicago for an immersive, transformational experience featuring Jim Kwik, David Meltzer, James Orsini, and more industry innovators. Learn more at www.cre8tivecon.com . Guest: Glenn Rudin, Founder of Always Be...

️️️️️️️️️JOIN US LIVE AT CRE8TIVE CON IN CHICAGO IN FEBRUARY www.cre8tivecon.com A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR HOMEGIRL LAUREN ERICKSON FOR HOSTING THIS EPISODE OF CREATIVE ENTREPRENEUR PODCAST! PLEASE REACH OUT TO HEAR! SHE IS FAMILY AND HELPED TO GROW THIS PODCAST AND CRE8TIVE CON SINCE DAY ONE!️ Home - Lauren Erickson When should I start marketing my book? You should begin marketing as soon as you...

MEET US LIVE IN FEBRUARY AT CRE8TIVE CON: www.cre8tivecon.com This week, the Creative Entrepreneur Pod welcomes a fresh voice!  Emily Aborn , host of Small Business Casual and seasoned small business copywriter, takes the mic for Julie and Dom in a value-packed solo episode designed to help creative entrepreneurs simplify their decision-making process. What’s Inside: Meet Emily! Emily Aborn  intro...

MEET US LIVE IN CHICAGO FEBRUARY 20-22nd@ CRE8TIVE CON- www.cre8tivecon.com In this powerful, heart-centered episode of The Creative Entrepreneur Podcast , hosts Julie Lokun and Dom Domasky sit down with Alexa Bigwarfe the inspiring—founder of the Women in Publishing Summit and the creative voice behind her rom-com pen name, Lexi Haddock. Alexa reveals how she transformed grief into purpose and bu...

Learn How to Overcome Writer’s Block and Create Content That Converts with Julie Lokun, JD and Dom Domasky . This show is where visionary entrepreneurs, authors, and creators learn how to elevate their brands, master storytelling, and build businesses that inspire. In this episode, Julie and Dom sit down with Emily Aborn , a professional copywriter, content strategist, and host of the Small Busine...

In this debut episode of The Creative Entrepreneur Podcast , host Julie Lokun sits down with Jim Kwik—the world-famous brain coach, memory expert, and New York Times bestselling author of Limitless . Known as the “boy with the broken brain” who became a mentor to icons like Oprah Winfrey, Elon Musk, and Bill Gates, Jim Kwik reveals how to learn faster, remember more, and rewire your brain for succ...