MIDCONVO

HINT: Not camera gear! Tyler bell is a Maker/YouTuber from the Seattle area. This is actually Tyler's second time on the MIDCONVO podcast. He was the first guest on this podcast back in 2018. This is around the time when he was only just starting his content creation journey as well. With barely any followers or subscribers, he still decided to push hard over the last two years. Let's just say...t...

How do you succeed as a freelancer and make money doing what you love? I have been freelancing for about 2 years at the time of this recording. Working for yourself can be difficult at first but totally worth it once you figure out what works for you. I want to share with you some mindsets and practical advice that helped me stay focused after quitting my salary job. Whether you're trying to figur...

Robert Oliver (@thegeniusceo) is an entrepreneur that has built multiple 7 figure business online. His main focus is branding and e-commerce but he also has experience in investments and real estate. In this episode, we chat about his story and the mentality he needed to cultivate in order to be successful in this digital era. I feel like if you are someone who struggles a bit with risk taking or...

Ricardo Ramirez (aka @richyfilms) is a filmmaker and musician based in LA. He has created content for Casey Neistat, Usher, ZOOM audio, and many more. He has also worked on music video sets for well known artists in the industry such as Tyga, Lil Wayne, G-Eazy, Travis Barker, and more. In this episode, he shares his experience, the importance of networking, and how creatives can pursue their passi...

How do you turn your dreams and aspirations into a reality?  I'll be sharing mindsets and practical tips on how to accomplish this. I won't be sharing some generic "take action" or "just do it" tips but instead, I dive a bit deeper into my state of mind back when I quit my job in 2018. Aside from being able to create content (if you're trying to become a creator), your mindset and perspective...

How do you build a strong network? In this episode, I want to share some practical tips that you can implement right now to build a better network. Although cliché, the saying "It's not about WHAT you know, it's WHO you know" is pretty accurate when it comes to building your business. Being a talented creative who can make a cool video is not enough anymore. You need to be intentional about the pe...

Brandon Hendricks is a filmmaker and excellent video editor. He was also in the LA Film School program until he dropped out to pursue his passion full-time. We used to create content together back in the day and we have a lot of stories to tell. In this episode, we go over the realities of freelancing, the struggles Brandon went through, and the mental shifts he had to keep going. STOKED. Connect...

This is an episode with my brother and best friend. Kevin (aka cookweights) is starting his content creation journey in cooking/fitness and Michael is getting back into video/photo. They are both pretty early on in their path as creatives so I thought this conversation would provide some relatable or helpful insight. We dive into the topics of passion (we say this word like a 100 times), breaking...

WE BACK. It has been literally like 6 months since the last episode. But hey, life has been pretty crazy. In this episode, I give a little life update and talk about DITCHING TITLES. Too many people box themselves in with common titles and narratives. By the end of the episode, you'll be able to take away some new perspectives on where you might be in life and what has worked for me in terms of bu...

First episode of 2020! Edward explains the importance of habits, how you can cultivate good ones, and how to break bad ones. With a new year starting, everyone is trying stick to their new resolutions and ambitious goals. But this is actually a really poor way to accomplish anything. Most of the time goals are outcome based. Goals are like a compass. A compass is helpful in knowing where to go but...

Edward shares his advice on when you should say no to clients and how to be realistic with yourself. A lot of people think you just have to stick with one niche, one industry, one style, etc. People feel like a cop out nowadays if they do a gig that doesn't match their "brand". But before you struggle trying to turn your passion into a paycheck, you need to ask yourself some important questions. B...

Esther Lee (aka @eslee on Instagram) is a Seattle based photographer and creative. She has created lifestyle content for brands like Dior and Michael Kors. Her unique, minimal, and clean aesthetic has allowed her to gain a following on social media and make a name for herself in the creative community. In this episode, we talk about how she started photography, where she finds inspiration, and how...

Edgar and Gospel (aka Cape Lions) are local music artists that create original music. They recently went viral on TikTok, gaining over 1 million followers collectively on social media in less than a week. In this episode, they share their story and what led up to this point of success. We dive deep into the reality of social media, what it takes to be successful, and how to have a balanced view on...

Gordon Ly is a photographer & videographer based out of Arizona. He also helps creators turn their passion into a paycheck. Interestingly, Gordon did not pursue anything content related in college and even had a business venture he abandoned before stumbling across photo/video work. This is our conversation. Follow Gordon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gordonly/ Follow Edward on Insta...

Daniel Bender is a freelance photographer and videographer. He has created content for brand such as Lulu Lemon, Nike, Reebok, and many more. In this episode we dive deep into how Daniel managed to carve out a new path for himself despite having major obstacles. If you're looking to quit your job and become a full time freelancer in any creative industry, this ones for you.  Follow Daniel on...

We're switching it up this week! I normally interview a new creative or entrepreneur each week but I realized doing that is not sustainable for the long haul. However, I still want to upload weekly. So i've decided to interview a new guest bi-weekly and all the other weeks, I will be doing a 'self-episode' where I talk about mindset and how to smash your goals in this creative space. The reason fo...

Jade Darmawangsa is a young entrepreneur who helps people dominate the social media game. She dropped out of high school because she saw bigger opportunities for herself. Jade also makes videos on YouTube for her audience. In this episode of MIDCONVO, we talk about how to grow as a creative, the importance of mindset, and why perfection is unattainable. Jade IG: @jadedarmawangsa Edward (host) IG:...

Lindsay Thomas is a ballet photographer/videographer for PNB (Pacific Northwest Ballet) . When she realized that she couldn't dance anymore, she found another way to immerse herself in her passion of ballet through content creation. In this episode of MIDCONVO, we talk about how to find your one passion, landing the job you want, and creative burnout. Lindsay: instagram.com/lindsaythomasphoto Edwa...

Pamela Vuong is the founder/owner of The Flour Box Seattle. She is a 22 year old baker and entrepreneur. Her donuts have been featured in the 2018 Seattle Mag as the best donuts in the city. The most insane part is that she runs her business through instagram announcements and posts because she has not yet opened an actual store front. In this episode, we talk about how she was able to break throu...

Zach Wingfield is an International Automotive Commercial Film Producer and is the founder/owner of ZWING Films. He's made films for clients all over the world in places like Dubai and Australia. Something that Zach really focuses on is personal branding. Clients who work with Zach insists that his sticker be on their cars for the films he creates due to the credibility it adds. But it wasn't alway...

Wen Huber is a content creator that started his life much different than the most of us. He was left at the doorstep of an orphanage in China after a bad fire accident. A new loving family adopted him and brought Wen to America. In this episode of MIDCONVO, we talk about Wen's journey as a creative and how we was able to pursue his passion despite certain hardships while growing up. Watch video ve...

Jeffrey Le is a cinematographer, graphic designer, and business minded individual. He booked 28 weddings his first year in the industry and has been able to work full-time for himself. In this episode, we talk about how he was able to grow his business, get more clients, and the business side of being a freelancer. Watch video version here: https://youtu.be/9zQUbovC_7c Jeffrey Le Website: jeffreyh...

Scott Ohashi is a videographer and photographer. He recently quit his comfortable day job to pursue his passion as a freelance content creator. But how realistic is it to make the jump like Scott did? In this episode, we talk about where to start, potential obstacles, and positives of the creative journey. Watch video version: https://youtu.be/YPaU0GjO7XA Scott Ohashi: https://www.instagram.com/sc...

Tyler Bell is a content creator and maker. By maker, I literally mean he makes awesome things such as custom wood pieces, metal items, and just about anything. He films his process along the way. In this episode we pick his brain a bit on how he is able to have the grit and endurance to put out content even when he has less than 200 followers. Also the importance of branding and keeping the end go...