The Professional Creative

In today's episode, I'm sharing 10 ways to delight a virtual audience while drawing inspiration from my upcoming event, Immersion LIVE 2023: The Art of Business for the Professional Creative. We'll take a trip down memory lane to explore how the conference has grown and evolved over the years and the  invaluable lessons in creating an immersive and accessible experience for all attendees I've lear...

Come take a peek inside the Team Bonnie Handbook! Today we'll dive into the value of workplace benefits and how they shape an organization's culture, using our very own team benefits as an example. We discuss everything from 401k plans to paid time off, parental leave, and unique perks like health and wellness budgets, revealing how these aspects significantly contribute to employee engagement and...

In this episode of The Professional Creative, we're going to talk about the importance of fostering a strong, trusting, and engaged team of A-players and how non-business-related Slack channels can foster connection within your team. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/70 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine....

In this candid episode, I open up about the daunting yet transformative power of diving headfirst into new projects, even when the path isn't clear. Join me as I share personal experiences of overcoming creative paralysis, confronting fear, and discovering the exhilarating freedom that comes when we leap past resistance. Learn why sometimes, the best way to move forward is simply to begin, and fig...

Have you ever found yourself tangled in a mix of expenses between your life and business? In this episode, we tackle the common struggle of separating personal and business expenses that many creatives and entrepreneurs face and I outline five actionable steps to achieve financial clarity. Join me as we embark on a transformative journey to take control of our finances and elevate our professional...

As creative entrepreneurs, we're all working on ways to make our work more visible while social media becomes more saturated—but we often overlook media outlets as a key way to increase visibility and help others find you. In this episode, I sit down with the host of the podcast "Let It Be Easy" Susie Moore to talk about pitching strategies and the power of being featured in the media—no matter wh...

Creating early work is a magical phase in every creative's journey. It's when we have the freedom to create without the weight of expectations or critiques. It's a time of exploration, where we can truly nourish our creativity and let it flourish. In this episode, I'll be sharing my personal experience of taking the time to develop my design style to go on to create my best work and build a succes...

Are you ready to unlock the incredible benefits of giving back? In this episode we're going to dive deep into the transformative power of generosity and giving back even when it doesn't seem possible. Join me as I share my personal journey of starting to give when I was facing financial struggles and how it has positively impacted both my life and business. We discuss the difference between a fear...

Are you struggling to stay focused in your creative pursuits? In this episode, we're going to delve into the world of focus and how it can transform your productivity and success. I share my own journey of realizing the impact of a lack of focus and how it held me back from reaching my goals. And I'm going to provide you with 10 practical ways to enhance and prioritize your focus in your day-to-da...

Today, I'm sharing with you how I've started using Chat GPT in my business and am encouraging you to explore it too—even if you haven't heard of it before! In this episode, I'll share more about what Chat GPT is, some of my favorite prompts and uses for both life and business. Don't let the future catch you by surprise—embrace the power of AI technology and take your business to new heights while...

In this episode I'm sharing my  top takeaways from the 2023 Convertkit Craft + Commerce conference and highlighting the importance of focusing on doing only what you can do in your zone of genius. Tune in for my tips on the preparation process and the key mindset shift I embraced as I delivered my speech. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/62 📝 Read...

In this episode, I'm coming to you fresh off the plane from Boise, Idaho where I was a speaker at the Craft and Commerce conference held by Convertkit. As a seasoned traveler, I'll be sharing 6 tips for traveling well (especially as a homebody), plus my takeaways as a keynote speaker at the conference. Join me as we explore how to travel like a pro, with plenty of tips, tricks, and thoughtful insi...

In this thought-provoking episode of the Professional Creative Podcast, Bonnie Christine dives into an impactful conversation about money, creativity, and the common fear of success that many entrepreneurs face. Drawing from a recent conversation with a fellow entrepreneur, she shares meaningful insights and mindset shifts around money and success in the creative industry.

As creatives, it can be easy to get caught up in the "doing phase" of our work and neglect self-care—but it's crucial to prioritize our well-being by recognizing warning signs and implementing strategies to prevent burnout. In this episode, we're talking all about burnout and ways to prevent it plus my non-negotiable daily habits that help me stay on track. So if you're feeling overwhelmed or unin...

Have you been chasing the perfect balance between work and life? When you love what you do, it can be hard to find. In this episode, we'll explore the idea of balance andthe importance and interplay of the three pivotal phases of creativity—inspiration, creation, and rejuvenation. I break down these phases, sharing my personal experiences and tips on how to smoothly transition between them, harnes...

In this episode, we take a deep dive into transitioning from a solopreneur to focusing on tasks that are truly within your zone of genius. We'll explore the importance of working within this zone and how it can increase productivity and business growth. I'll share practical tips on identifying tasks for delegation and discuss effective hiring practices. We'll also take you through our three-phase...

In this episode, I'm sharing how to build a consistent brand voice guide that will set you up for success. Like me, you may fear handing over my brand to someone else while finding yourself inundated with emails—but creating a brand voice guide is a game-changing solution that ensures consistency across all communication channels with clear guidelines for team members. So if you're looking to buil...

On this episode of The Professional Creative, I want to share my insights into how to overcome procrastination and reach success in your creative business. We've all experienced procrastination at some point, and it can be a real roadblock to achieving our goals—but the good news is that we can overcome it with the right mindset and strategies. In this episode, I'll share some affirmations, tips,...

In this episode, I'll share all the challenges I faced and the lessons I learned when I completed a 75-day challenge. In this challenge, my goal was to prioritize my health and body, create specific habits, and break old ones. Throughout the episode, I'll be sharing the most significant habits I've gained and the ones that I've let go of. I hope that through this experience, you'll be encouraged t...

Join me from Utah alongside my husband, David as we celebrate 15 years of marriage and 20 together. We'll share our personal experiences and the valuable lessons we've learned in maintaining a healthy relationship while raising our two children. Alongside this, we'll explore the fascinating Enneagram personality system, the practices we follow in our own marriage, and practical advice to help you...

In this episode we'll be delving deep into the art of delegation—I'll be sharing the valuable lessons I've learned from three impactful books that have greatly influenced my delegation habits, along with discussing the importance of clear instructions, how to define what "done" looks like, and the value of owning your work. Tune in to gain insight into the challenges and difficulties that come wit...

In today's podcast episode, I'm opening up about the magic of delegation & how it's transformed my business and work-life balance. I reveal the first 10 tasks I delegated to help my business soar, and trust me, it's been a game changer! Listen in for ways you can begin to delegate in your life and business, and download my list of 50 tasks to delegate via the shownotes linked below. Episode Notes,...

Can you believe it? We've hit 50 episodes—and what better way to celebrate than by answering YOUR questions! 🎉 From finding my 'why' to juggling roles as an artist and educator, to my morning routine, this episode is packed with personal insights and stories that I've been eager to share. As I answer 5 listener questions, this episode is a true reminder that we're on this creative journey togethe...

In this episode, we break down the process of documenting your business tasks into standard operating procedures (SOPS), making it easier to onboard new employees and scale your business. From setting up Zoom meetings to creating shipping labels, we've got you covered with 10 examples of SOPs you can create for your business plus download our SOP for creating SOPs with the shownotes! 📒 Episode No...

In this episode, I'm sharing my top three tips for overcoming procrastination and accomplishing your biggest goals. Plus, I'm throwing in a bonus tip that's sure to get you started on that one project you've been putting off. Trust me, these strategies are a game-changer! 📒 Episode Notes 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/48   📝 Read the Transcript 📝