The Professional Creative

In this episode, we're exploring ten business models that can give you the flexibility to work anytime and anywhere. These business models can allow you to pursue your passions, generate income, and create a lifestyle that aligns with your values. But where do you start? One small step at a time.

Are you a creative entrepreneur looking to build a supportive community while generating recurring revenue? In this episode, I explore the world of membership sites and how they can help you unlock the power of both. She discusses the types of memberships available, the importance of starting simple, and the platforms and tools available for creating and managing membership sites. Listen in as I s...

In this episode I'm joined by my friend and respected mentor, Stu McClaren, who's sharing his wisdom on why the membership model is the way forward for businesses—especially for creative professionals like us. Get ready to dive into a lively chat about the many perks of memberships, including the stability, accountability, and sense of community they offer for both entrepreneurs and their customer...

In this episode, I'm diving deep into one of the most powerful aspects of my mastermind intensives – the hotseat. While they might seem intimidating at first, hotseats can become pivotal moments for your business and decision-making process. I'll share my top five tips for conducting a successful hotseat and explain how you can adapt this concept for use in masterminds, peer groups, or even small...

Planning an in-person event can be daunting, but it doesn't have to be! In this episode of The Professional Creative, I share my step-by-step process for planning a successful mastermind intensive. From surveys, workshop content, catering, last-minute tasks, finding the right venue, to creating a balanced schedule, I cover everything you need to know to create a memorable and effective event. Be s...

In this episode, I'm sharing about my personal approach to a "daily brain dump" practice that has transformed my approach to to-do lists, and how it has helped me to transition from work to personal life, clear mental bandwidth, improve creativity, and reduce mental fatigue. Listen along for tips on how to establish this habit and simple methods for incorporating it. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Res...

In this episode, we discuss how to create a successful nurture sequence for your email list. Listen in for 15 practical tips on how to write effective nurture sequence emails that will engage your audience, provide value, and ultimately help grow your business. Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your current email marketing strategy, this episode has something for you. Don't mi...

In this episode of the Professional Creative Podcast, I'm sharing 12 tips that can help you evaluate your work and improve your skills as an artist. By following these tips, you can learn to evaluate your work critically and create pieces that you're proud to share with the world. You can download the tips as a free printable guide to reference as you review your work—Find it with the shownotes....

Whether you're an artist, writer, designer, or any other type of creative professional, root habits can help you achieve your goals and maintain a healthy balance in life. In this episode, we explore the concept of root habits and how they can help us build a successful, balanced, and fulfilling life both personally and professionally. By establishing and maintaining these habits, we can create a...

Have you ever caught yourself saying "I don't have time" when it comes to things that are important to you? In this episode, you'll learn how to  take control of your schedule and achieve your goals with a simple but powerful mindset shift. I'm sharing my personal experience of reframing my time and how changing your language can help you prioritize your tasks and activities, increase productivity...

If you're like me, as a creative entrepreneur, you're always wondering what you should do next and how best you can serve your audience. But instead of wondering, we simply need to  ask . Surveying our audience, regardless of their size is the best way to make sure what you're creating is in alignment with what they're needing, and in this episode I'm going to share the benefits of surveying your...

In this episode of The Professional Creative, I'm discussing the question we've all received:  Can I pick your brain? —and how to navigate it. Whether you're a beginner, a busy creative, or a successful business owner, you can respond intentionally and kindly while honoring your own boundaries and managing expectations. Download your free One-on-One Consultation Questionnaire so you can get the an...

Today, I want to share my experience on setting boundaries in creative businesses. As a creative entrepreneur, it's important to establish boundaries to maintain a healthy work-life balance and prevent burnout. I've implemented three types of boundaries: checking in on the business, what to say yes or no to, and receiving feedback. Establishing these boundaries has helped me manage my time and ene...

In this episode, I share four impactful books for your life and business.  Here's a brief summary of the books mentioned: Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martel: This book teaches you how to calculate your hourly worth and use it to hire out tasks in your business, allowing you to focus on growth and what you love most. Two Weeks Notice by Amy Porterfield: Ideal for those starting an online business, Am...

Discover the power of engaging alumni in your online courses as experts and guides, enhancing the learning experience for all participants. In this episode, we dive into the recruitment process, training, and the benefits of integrating alumni into your course support structure. Learn how this approach creates a strong sense of community and enhances your brand's reach. Visit professionalcreative....

In this episode, I talk about how asking a simple question can transform your approach to creative work. I encourage listeners to evaluate the quality and value of their work by asking one simple question. By doing so, our work becomes more personal and a reflection of our soul. This can make it feel more vulnerable, but also more beautiful, and can help strengthen our signature style. I share my...

In this episode of the Professional Creative Podcast, Bonnie Christine discusses the impact of staying in a fear-based mindset on both creative practice and business. She offers practical advice on how to shift to an abundance-based mindset, including identifying fear-based mindsets and reframing them into abundance-based mindsets. Adopting an abundance-based mindset can help increase creativity,...

In this episode, I share my personal experience of pursuing a career in creativity and offer insights on how to confidently pursue a career in the arts. I discuss the challenges of pursuing creative careers and the importance of standing in your power and confidence when people don't take you seriously. I provide five main points to help listeners understand why a career in creativity is a real jo...

Join Sarah Watts and I as we have a conversation around art and marketing. As artists, we solve problems and bring joy to the world and to people's homes. We're in the business of doing legacy work. Listen in to see how we can change the world, one design at a time.  📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/29   📝 Read the Transcript  📝 Connect with Bonni...

When Amy Porterfield and I started out on our respective entrepreneurial journeys, we didn't have a framework or path to follow— so we created it for ourselves. In this episode, I'm joined by Amy Porterfield to talk about her new book  Two Weeks Notice . Amy is on a mission to guide new entrepreneurs and walk them step by step through building a business, and her new book is  required reading to h...

In this episode, I'm sharing a simple hack that helped me make the transition from dreaming to doing. If you have a big (maybe scary) dream or goal, this is for you. I share my personal journey from going from being a dreamer to a doer. I talk about my background growing up in a creative house, my passion for entrepreneurship, and how I eventually found my calling in the creative industry as a sur...

No matter what you create, the art of gathering inspiration is a key skill that will set you and your work apart. Not only can our inspirations help us develop our signature style, but it can also contribute to how we  feel  as artists. Inspiration is truly everywhere, and in this episode we'll be diving deep into the art of gathering inspiration for anything you create as an artist and creative e...

We all have struggles and obstacles that hold us back in our creative careers. But what if we looked at those struggles as weeds, and the solutions as seeds? In this episode, we discuss eight common weeds that creatives face, and the seeds we can plant in their place. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/25 📝 Read the Transcript  📝 Connect with Bonnie...

When you're first starting out as a creative entrepreneur, you might feel frustrated that you're behind. In this episode, I'm sharing 10 lessons learned during the year I spent doing nothing but creating patterns, and the lasting impact on making the most of the beginning stages of your business. Get the shownotes: https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/24  

Investing in yourself as a creative entrepreneur and business owner can have a significant impact on your ability to learn and grow consistently. In this episode, I'm sharing three different areas you can invest in for more productivity, higher levels of success, and, an increased quality of life. Get the shownotes: https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/23 Watch 60x60: Where 60 successful arti...