Rock That Creative Job

If you're struggling with continual tension and stress from your job, your boss, your clients, or just the world in general right now, THIS is an episode for you. Join me in this incredible conversation with author, speaker, 7-figure entrepreneur and creator of The 9-Minute Reframe Process, Mona Patel. We discuss ways to unlock new ways of thinking to shift your mindset––even when life feels...

If you've been feeling like every day is a struggle, you might be carrying more trauma around with you than you think. Join me in this scary (but enlightening!) Halloween episode where I chat with 20-yr. creative industry veteran & Sr. UX Designer, Prescott Perez-Fox, about what happens when you’re constantly operating in survival mode, and ways to begin recovery and heal from this experi...

If you’ve ever felt anxious about your creative "competition" then this is the episode for you! Join me as I chat with Brand Strategist and CEO of Elly & Nora Creative agency, Sara Chambers, as we discuss how to remove the barriers to creative career success by creating assets instead of adversaries. We’ll also talk about how to take that leap when your work isn’t right for you anymo...

If you've had a particularly rough run in your creative career lately, or you feel like you've stalled out & need that momentum back, this episode that will inspire you to reframe your mindset about what is truly possible. Join me in this inspiring conversation with NYC Creative Director & adjunct copywriting professor at Miami Ad School, Lalita Salgaokar, as we discuss her inter...

This episode is for all creatives out there who have ever experienced a professional disruption, like a layoff, reorg, toxic workplace, team transition, or even a promotion. Please join me as I talk with licensed therapist & grief counselor, Meghann Darne, as we discuss why creatives have a much more difficult time with career ups and downs, why we feel instantly isolated when we are in a grie...

Do you ever wonder what the heck is happening on the inside of the hiring process after you send in your resume, and how you can actually break through as a top candidate? Join me in this episode with Head of HR, Kelsey Miller! Kelsey shares secrets from her 25+ years of being on the inside of the hiring process, in both agency and in-house environments. We’ll dive into what builds a great candida...

If you’ve been considering going solo as a creative freelancer, you won’t want to miss this episode! Join me as I chat with Julie Cortes, professional copywriter, business coach, Art Institute educator, and founder of The Freelance Exchange. We discuss how to set yourself up with realistic expectations as a freelancer, how to give yourself the appropriate success milestones, how to minimize distra...

Do you wish your clients, managers, and stakeholders had a better sense of what to actually do with your creative output? In this episode I talk with designer & founder of Daydream Design firm, Maya Gray, about all the ways you can elevate the value of your creative work. Maya also shares how she doubled her revenue by helping her clients understand the true purpose of design work, and her exp...

Whether you’re currently unemployed, or in a job that is just not a fit for you right now, it’s time to infuse your life with some creative joy again. If you wake up with that empty feeling, constantly wondering if you’ll ever get to the creative work you’re longing for, please join me in this uplifting episode where I talk with Sr. Designer and Creativity Coach, Renata McElvany, about shifting ou...

Interviewing with non-creative hiring managers can be tricky and anxiety-producing. How do you convey value and stand apart from the competition? Join me in this episode with 25yr marketing professional & creative hiring manager, Stephanie Gray, as we discuss how to effectively connect with your marketing interview audience, how to handle those stressful panel interviews, how to get unstuck if...

Are you feeling a little like you’ve been running on empty for too long? Or lost your momentum, creative spark, or overall vision for your creative career due to burnout, intense stress, or job toxicity? Join me in this episode where I talk with Creative Director & 30 yr. design industry veteran, Adele Mulford, as she shares her very important story about how prolonged job trauma intensely aff...

If you're embarking upon a career in the design industry, you won’t want to miss this episode! Join me for a lovely chat with Sr. Designer & founder of TernHeads, Sam Wells, as we discuss resources to help you kickoff a creative career, and connect with employers who are looking for your amazing talent. Sam also shares her personal experience starting out as a designer 16 years ago, and h...

Are you considering starting a freelance business, but are unsure of how to get clients, or what to even charge for your work? Join me as I chat with seasoned designer and freelance business mentor, Amy Farrell, as we talk all things creative freelance! Amy shares the strategy for how to take charge of your business, attract the right clients, choose the best projects, niche down effectively, and...

Tired of the radio silence on countless creative job applications? Join me in as I talk with 30-year corporate recruiter and talent acquisition pro, Sara Stowe, about all the ways to break through the noise and get noticed in your creative job search, so you have control over your creative career no matter what the future brings. Sara shares what it’s like on the recruiting side when she’s searchi...

Are you struggling with not feeling like yourself, lately? Like something just... isn’t right? If this sounds like your reality right now, you’ll want to join me in this very tranquil conversation with designer & wellbeing coach, Oliver Jones. In our chat, Oliver shares his personal origin story of experiencing depression very early in his creative career, his journey toward mental wellness, a...

Hey Creatives! It’s Anxiety Awareness Week! If you’re someone that has struggled with anxiety, whether acute or chronic, this episode is specifically for you. Join us for Part 4 of the MENTAL HEALTH SERIES where I talk with licensed trauma therapist Gabrielle Loomis-Annett about the internal and external triggers for anxiety related to our brain chemistry, and the mental, physical, and emotional s...

If you are feeling depleted and disconnected from your creative work, or feeling anxious and stressed more than 50% of your day, you won’t want to miss this incredible episode! Join us for Part 3 of the MENTAL HEALTH SERIES where I talk with licensed trauma therapist Gabrielle Loomis-Annett about how to identify the 4 main signs and symptoms of burnout, the different ways creatives specifically te...

Are you struggling with feelings of inadequacy or insecurity when it comes to your career, your skills, or your creative talent? Join us for Part 2 of the MENTAL HEALTH SERIES where I talk with licensed trauma therapist Gabrielle Loomis-Annett, and discuss the intricacies of imposter syndrome. You’ll learn the 3-part cycle of imposter syndrome, the root causes of this, the neurobiological reasons...

Are you terrified of your boss, or struggling to stay engaged in creative work? Have you exited a creative job that left you feeling so depleted that you can't find the energy to apply for another one? Do you feel the mental & physical health effects of these experiences taking over your life? Join us for Part 1 of the May MENTAL HEALTH SERIES where I talk with licensed trauma therapist G...

Ever wonder if you're making resume mistakes that are causing hiring managers to pass you by? 🤔💥🫣 In this episode I'll share the most common creative resume red flags that may be standing between you and your next creative job! Plus, I'll also give you 3 bonus tips for job searching that will help you gain the traction you're looking for. LET'S ROCK! 🌟 Jamie Roberts is...

Are you struggling under the emotional weight of rejection while searching for that next creative job, work promotion, or new client? You are not alone! Join me in this informative episode where I talk with PR strategist & author, Dr. Rebekah Louisa Smith, about the difficult emotions that can hold us back from our creative goals. We discuss ways to manage those negative thought-spirals, how t...

Are you a creative who is more introverted than extroverted? Do job interviews or client presentations make you feel anxious? Join me for an amazing chat with seasoned writer, creative director, and agency owner, Pamela Fiehn. A self-proclaimed introvert, Pamela has been on both sides of the interview table many times in her 20+ year creative career, as an employee AND employer. We discuss how to...

Searching for that next creative role, but having trouble connecting with recruiters to access the hidden job market? Join me in this episode where I talk with ex-Designer & Creative Recruiter, Suzanne Wolff, about the right ways to make your recruitment partnership successful, so you can increase your career opportunities! We also discuss how to approach job applications (including what NOT t...

Dreaming about shifting from your full-time creative role into a freelance design business, but are unsure of how to go about this transition? Join me in this episode where I talk with Designer & Freelance Business Expert, Lauren Gonzalez about all the necessary steps creatives will want to take to dive into the freelance landscape! We'll also discuss some of the stressors, struggles &amp...

Do you sometimes feel like an imposter, or struggle with confidently putting yourself out there so others can see your creative talent? Join me in this episode where I talk with Creative Corporate Recruiter & DEI Leader, Reni De Leon Fox, about how to build the confidence that you need when it comes to self-promotion in creative careers. We'll also discuss embracing cultural identities, a...