Rock That Creative Job

Hey Creative! Join me in this milestone 100th (and final!) episode as I reflect on 5 years of supporting creative professionals, and share the details behind my decision to close Rock That Creative Job and step into a NEW chapter where I'll be helping people with emotional wellbeing, habit change, creativity, performance, and major life transitions by working with the subconscious mind. This...

Hey Creative! It's the second to last Rock That Creative Job podcast EVER! Join me as we unblock your creative career potential with 3 simple, science-backed practices that calm your brain’s threat response, create new neural pathways, and help you build a creative career future driven by curiosity, confidence, and possibility. Get ready to step out of old stories and design a more expansive...

Hey Creative! Whether it’s self-doubt, procrastination, fear of visibility, or the belief that your ideas aren’t good enough—these aren’t personality traits. They’re neurobiological loops formed through past experiences, emotional memories, and repetition. The good news? Your brain is wired for change . In this episode, we explore the neuroscience behind the invisible, automatic patterns that shap...

Hey Creative! In this episode, we explore why losing hope during a career setback isn’t a moral failure — it’s a neurobiological response to stress, uncertainty, and emotional overwhelm. We'll break down: • what’s happening beneath the surface after a career setback • how dopamine dips can make the future feel foggy • how the brain often mistakes “unfamiliar” for “unsafe” • 3 science-based st...

In this special podcast episode, my guest Renata McElvany (Creativity Coach & Sr. Designer ) and I dive into the details of how flow state isn’t just a productivity booster—it’s a neurobiological reset button that allows the brain to shift into a restorative pattern that creates many hidden therapeutic benefits. Three key takeaways from this episode: How flow state reduces stress in real time...

Grieving the loss of your professional experiences isn’t a weakness—it’s your nervous system trying to finish a story it hasn’t been allowed to tell. This is why losing a creative job, a client, a team, a title, or even the daily rhythm of creative work doesn’t just sting us emotionally—it rewires our brain’s chemistry.  In this episode, we discuss what happens when the routines, recognition, and...

Halloween is over—but are you still wearing a mask? Many creatives know the pressure to put on a confident face while hiding self-doubt, overwhelm, or neurodivergent traits. But behind the polished exterior, masking takes a big toll.  Neuroscience shows that constantly suppressing your true self strains the brain, heightens stress, and can fuel imposter syndrome. In this episode, we explore the hi...

Behind the deadlines, design comps, and late-night edits, many creative professionals wrestle with something harder to admit: loneliness. Research shows isolation doesn’t just affect our mood—it rewires the brain, fueling self-doubt, stress, perfectionism, and eventually burnout.  In this episode, we explore the neuroscience of loneliness, why it hits creatives so uniquely, and how connection can...

Do you ever catch yourself replaying old mistakes on a loop? That late-night overthinking about a client meeting, a missed opportunity, or a creative decision you wish you’d handled differently? Rumination often feels like problem-solving, but neuroscience shows it’s actually your brain stuck in a feedback trap that drains focus and blocks creativity. In this episode, we unpack the brain science b...

Feeling stuck in your creative career? You’re not alone. Stagnation and the fear of falling behind—especially with constant industry changes and new tools—can leave even the most skilled professionals doubting themselves.  In this episode, we explore the neuroscience behind that “stuck” feeling, why your brain reacts with fear and paralysis, and how to rewire your mindset so you can move forward w...

For creatives, where work and identity are deeply intertwined, rejection can feel like a personal attack. But here’s the good news: you can train your brain to process rejection differently—so it fuels resilience instead of self-doubt. In this episode, we explore 5 neuroscience-backed strategies to handle rejection in your creative career without losing momentum, motivation, or your spark. From ca...

Shame is one of the biggest blocks creatives face—it silences our ideas, fuels our perfectionism, and keeps us from putting our best work out into the world. In this episode, we explore how shame takes hold in the minds of creatives and what neuroscience reveals about rewiring it.  You’ll learn five practical, brain-based techniques to shift out of self-criticism and into creative flow, including...

Every creative hits moments where the anxiety takes over, the ideas dry up, the motivation fades, or fear takes the wheel. In this episode, we'll dive into some very practical, science-backed methods designed to help you manage the anxiety, reset your mind, and protect your mental health. If you’ve been struggling to move forward on projects, promote your work, or feel confident in your day-t...

Fear is one of the biggest invisible roadblocks in our creative careers—it clouds judgment, stalls decision-making, and makes self-promotion or bold ideas feel impossible. Plus, it just feels bad . 😖 In this episode, we explore the neuroscience and psychology behind fear’s grip on the creative brain. You’ll learn how fear hijacks your creativity, why stress hormones disrupt imagination, and what...

Your MacBook isn't the only thing that deserves the sleep setting. Join me in this special-guest episode as I talk with Garrett Wood, national board-certified wellness coach & clinical hypnotherapist. Garrett demystifies hypnosis and shares practical strategies for creative professionals seeking relief from burnout.  Key takeaways include: • Why creatives often reach burnout states faster...

You know what I’m talking about. Kerning and re-kerning. Editing, and re-editing. Feeling like you're never quite done...  The pursuit of perfection can be a major creativity energizer, but the dangerous combination of excessively high standards and overly critical evaluation can lead to anxiety, depression, and procrastination that feeds the hungry imposter beast. In this episode where we&ap...

Solitude is great for creative work, but do you know when you're slipping from solitude into isolation? Your body certainly does. Neuroscience research shows that loneliness triggers a physical pain response in the brain, as well as a few other dangerous reactions that are especially detrimental for creatives.  In this episode we'll discuss the specifics of solitude vs. isolation so you...

We've all experienced some sort of creative identity loss in our lives. These are usually initiated by a career transition, whether it's a job loss, a title promotion, a re-org, or even the acquisition of a new client or contract role.  And since our creative identities drive our behaviors, a sudden change can create unwanted or unhealthy results. Join me in this informative and inspirin...

Feeling discouraged every time you see great creative work, or a killer portfolio, or another I-just-got-hired career announcement? This episode will walk you through the neuroscience roots of social comparison, why this is extra destructive for creatives, and 3 actionable steps (plus the brain-science behind them!) you can take to avoid the spiral that is frequently contributing to our mental hea...

Hey Creatives! We are kicking Season 3 off this week (woo-hoo!) with our first LIVE Creative Energy Collective support sessions that are focused on a killer mental health topic:  CREATIVE COURAGE We'll talk about how our courage can disappear, and the strategies to use our eternal desire to create as the life-force energy behind our courage—even when we feel like worn out, lifeless husks in d...

Welcome back, Creatives! Season 3 is finally here! 🤩 And it's time to prioritize your professional mental health.  Here's a quick 90 second trailer so you'll know what you can expect from the Rock That Creative Job Podcast this time around.  Click subscribe because it's gonna be LIT, y'all. 🔥 Want LIVE support? Join the Creative Energy Collective at  rockthatcreativejob....

Hey Creatives! Join me for this special BONUS episode as we discuss the future of your creative career, and close out Season 2 of the podcast with this 80th episode!  In this episode, I'll outline some of the core creative career struggles, skillsets, education, and technologies we should all keep on the radar, so we can continue to build the resiliency and confidence we need to handle these...

Whether you’re on an in-house or agency team, knowing how to successfully steer your creative career is a skillset we ALL need to master! Join me in this incredibly informative episode where I chat with Head of HR, Kelsey Miller, about how to align your strengths (and your current life-chapter!) with the company you’re currently in to build the best creative professional future for yourself. We’ll...

Considering launching a creative freelance business? Join me as I talk with experienced Creative Freelance Business Coach, Logan Elliott, as he shares the secrets to launching a successful freelance biz. Logan and I chat about how to avoid the pitfalls of starting a business without a solid plan, the key things to know before quitting your day-job to become an entrepreneur, and how to shift your m...

Hey Creatives! If you’re wondering how you can raise the value of your current creative work, role, team, or department inside your organization to get a seat at the business table, this episode is going to give you the tools and insight you need! Join me as I chat with Head of Brand & Creative, Kim Vandrilla, as she shares her career journey. We’ll talk about how to find the right moments to...