The Right Questions with James Victore

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching 1What does it really take to run a successful business doing what you love? This question lies at the heart of every creative entrepreneur's journey. Like this? Join us on Substack and subscribe to get the podcast and all my other work delivered straight to...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching For too long, creative professionals have lived under the shadow of a toxic phrase—"the starving artist."   This damaging myth has convinced countless talented individuals that choosing creativity means choosing poverty. It's time to kill this lie...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching Failure has gotten a bad rap. We've been taught to avoid it, fear it, and attach shame to it—but what if everything we believe about failure is completely backward? There are only two genuine ways to fail: never trying and giving up entirely. Like this? Joi...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching Creativity thrives at the intersection of structure and freedom – something Gavin Strange has mastered beautifully in his dual life as Aardman Animations director by day and Jam Factory creator by night. Like this? Join us on Substack and subscribe to get the po...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching Why do 98% of five-year-olds score as creative geniuses while only 2% of adults reach the same level? The answer lies in a groundbreaking NASA study from 1968 that reveals a startling truth: genius-level creativity isn't something we gain—it's somethin...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching Love is the most powerful tool for creative people, yet we often fail to recognize it, understand it, or use it effectively in our work. Your work is a gift. Go out and do what you love - make, dance, sing, craft - and express that love through your creative pra...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching What makes someone a "real" creative? It's not the purple beret or fancy title – it's loving what you do and having the courage to share it with the world. Welcome to this powerful continuation of our exploration into creative identity and ex...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching Marion Deuchars reveals how her distinctly recognizable illustration style emerged from a childhood rich in freedom and creative exploration.   Growing up as one of six children in a working-class Scottish family, she describes herself as "the dreamy, dippy...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching "How do I find my voice?" It's a question I hear constantly.   In this candid, thought-provoking episode, I break down what our "voice" truly means and why accessing it is less about finding something lost and more about allowing somethi...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching What if the greatest obstacle to your creativity isn't lack of talent or resources, but forgetting how to play? Like this? Join us on Substack and subscribe to get the podcast and all my other work delivered straight to your inbox. Follow me on Instagram (@...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching Ever feel like you're creating just to satisfy an algorithm? Or that the world's complexity has you frozen in place, unsure how to act with integrity? You're not alone. Two messages arrived on the same day—one from a listener frustrated with Insta...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching When was the last time you sang freely, without worrying what others might think? For many of us, that carefree expression was lost somewhere in childhood—silenced by judgment, comparison, or a cutting remark that became internalized as truth. Check out James Si...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching What if your weirdness isn't something to hide but your greatest creative superpower?   In this intimate episode, I break from the usual format to share a powerful chapter from my new book "Hey Weirdo," diving deep into the transformative potentia...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching That voice in your head telling you "you're not good enough" or "no one will like your work"? It's not yours. It never was. When we create beautiful, worthy goals like getting paid to do what we love but stay stuck in soul-sucking s...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching Creating a daily routine isn't about joining the 5 AM club or following someone else's productivity hacks —it's about designing a structure that brings clarity, control, and joy to your unique life. The secret? A good day actually starts the night...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching We chase confidence relentlessly, yet what we're truly seeking might be authenticity – the courage to be consistently ourselves in every situation. This profound insight lies at the heart of this episode of The Right Questions, where we explore why authenti...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching What drives you forward each day?  What makes your creative work meaningful? These aren't just philosophical musings—they're the essential questions that determine whether you'll drift through life or navigate with purpose and intention. Like this...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching Uncover the magic of embracing your inner weirdness as I explore how the unique traits we develop in childhood can become our greatest assets in adulthood.   In this episode, I take you on a journey through the beauty of personal expression, sharing my own exper...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching Why are you so afraid of your own voice?   This powerful question lies at the heart of our exploration into the paradox of creative expression. Through the remarkable story of Danish artist Line Jensen, we discover how embracing what feels mundane can create pro...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching Are you stuck in a monotonous loop, reading the same genre and missing out on the vibrant world of literature?  It’s time to break free. In this episode, I, James Victore, challenge the traditional idea that becoming an expert means limiting yourself to texts wi...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching Celebrating yourself can be a challenge, especially when feelings of unworthiness cloud your perception. In this episode, I invite you to explore the emotions tied to self-worth, particularly when it comes to personal celebrations like birthdays. If you’ve ever...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching What if confidence isn't something you're born with but a skill you can cultivate, like learning to play an instrument? Join me, James Victore, on a journey to demystify confidence, especially when life's storms threaten to knock us off course. Dr...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching Feeling stuck is a universal struggle, especially for those of us engaged in creative pursuits. I've grappled with the paralyzing sensation that often spirals into self-doubt and fear. Can we reclaim our creative freedom when it feels like our talents are s...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching Ever been told you're a genius and found yourself questioning what that really means? This episode challenges the myth of genius, redefining it as a product of relentless hard work rather than a mere result of innate talent. By sharing a personal story of b...

If you are a stuck or frustrated creative and want to get paid to do what you love, let's talk. https://yourworkisagift.com/coaching What if challenging conventions in design could unlock your true creative potential? In our latest episode, I share my personal journey through the world of design where breaking free from clichés and embracing fear leads to extraordinary and fulfilling work. By...