Where creativity meets clarity.
Life is a canvas, and sometimes the process of creating can feel a bit fuzzy. I’m here to be your guide through the haze, helping you untangle the knots that hold you back.
“Beginnings”
I think about beginnings a lot. Every project and idea is a new start. A lot of feelings come up when you’re in that headspace — some are positive, others negative. The key is getting through to the other side. It takes a commitment to push through, a belief in yourself and the process.
Hard Is Not Bad
Today, I want to share a simple statement that has transformed the way I approach difficulty: “hard is not bad.”
Insecurity Is Just A Mindset
Today I want to introduce you to a simple yet powerful mindset shift. Insecurities are just mindsets. By the time you finish reading this email, you'll be equipped to stop allowing not having all the answers affect your confidence.
One Sentence That Changed My Creative Career
I have a friend; his name is Adrian. He’s my go-to when I’m stuck. A few years back, I was frustrated with my oversight—we’ve all been there. I can only imagine how many times my team has gotten frustrated with me 🫣 Bless, haha. Anyway, I went to him, and he told me this one sentence that changed my career forever.
Feedback: A Staircase to Career Excellence 🪜
We are down to the last 90 days of the year! Can you believe it? I'm hoping to fine-tune my schedule a bit more, prioritize my physical well-being, and commit to continuous learning. What are some things you'd like to start doing in Q4?
Fighting Complacency: Your Key To Continuous Progress
Complacency is a state of satisfaction and self-assuredness that can lead to a lack of motivation, awareness, or action. Athletes, for instance, can become complacent when they've performed a task so many times that they no longer consider the risk of error.
Finding Value And Inspiration In Creativity
Today, I'd like to share a few quotes from some of my favorite reads:
Establishing Credibility
Today, let's explore the importance of credibility as the foundation for successful collaborations. Establishing credibility is essential for fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
The Danger of Assuming
Today, I’d like to talk about something that affects our work: assumptions. Have you ever questioned whether you rely too much on guesswork when it comes to project details or decision-making? I’ve found myself thinking about this more often as I’ve witnessed its negative effects on both myself and others.
5 Ways to Manage Burnout
Burnout is a real challenge, especially when navigating a dynamic and demanding creative field. To help combat burnout, I want to share some key strategies that have made a significant difference in maintaining my well-being and productivity.
Attitude Matters: How Your Mindset Can Impact Opportunities
Today, I want to discuss an important aspect of personal growth and success: attitude. Our attitude plays a significant role in shaping our experiences and determining the opportunities we embrace. While we may not control what happens to us, we control how we respond.
Ending Well: A Good Start Is Half the Work
How we wrap up our endeavors speaks volumes about our commitment, approach, and discipline. It’s something I truly value in those I collaborate with.
Uncertainty: How to Move Forward When You're Unsure
Have you ever felt so unsure about something that it paralyzed you? An experience like that can make or break you.
Character As A Key Metric For Success
I’ve been thinking about the impact of character in our careers. The “success” I’ve had has come from consistent character, not just skill. I’ve been granted “access” before I had skill. That’s a beautiful thing — it signals that those around you trust in you enough based mostly on character. Why? Because good character is embedded with qualities that see things through and do them well.
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