Why do so many creatives struggle with loneliness—even when they’re doing the work they love? In this episode, we dig into the unique ways creative people experience isolation in creativity, from perfectionism and comparison culture to burnout and the never-off problem. You’ll discover why creative loneliness shows up, how it can quietly sabotage your joy, and most importantly—how to transform it into resilience, deeper connection, and fuel for your greatest work.

We’ll cover:

• The link between creativity and loneliness of artists
• Why sensitivity and perfectionism heighten isolation
• The role of social media and comparison culture
• Coping strategies for creative burnout
• How to practice self care for artists and protect your mental health
• Building resilience as a creative without losing your spark

Who this is for: Writers, designers, musicians, entrepreneurs, and aspiring artists who’ve ever felt invisible, “too sensitive,” or misunderstood. If you’ve asked yourself why creatives feel lonely—or you care about someone who has—this episode will help you see solitude in a new light and give you tools to cope.

#creativeloneliness #howtoovercomeloneliness, #creativeburnout #selfcareforcreatives

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What do white pants, a pair of scissors, and a Friday night party have to do with building a billion-dollar empire? For Sara Blakely, the creator of SPANX, that unlikely combination changed everything. From selling fax machines door-to-door to becoming the youngest self-made woman billionaire on the cover of Forbes, Sara’s story proves that your next big idea might be hiding in plain sight, and hers was shapewear. In this episode, I’m explaining exactly how she did it in 10 steps, including every challenge along the way and showing how persistence pays off.

By learning from her story, you’ll see how to:

✔️ Spot everyday problems that could lead to big opportunities

✔️ Build a brand rooted in authenticity and real customer needs

✔️ Use rejection and setbacks as fuel instead of failure

✔️ Take bold, unconventional steps to get your idea noticed

#sarablakely #sarablakelyspanx #spanx #spanxfounder #selfmade #womeninbusiness #founderoriginstory #womenfounder #startupstories

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A good manager makes an okay job bearable. A bad manager can break you...and your career, and that's a big nope from me! In this episode, I’m talking about the "code" for how to work with bosses, manage up, and build a better employee-manager relationship. These tips will help you handle difficult managers, communicate clearly, and become the employee they can’t imagine working without. Plus, I'll go over the eight different types of managers with some actionable strategies to boost your career, master leadership skills for employees, and create real workplace success.

📌 Get the Resource from this episode: The Manager Training Manual for Stressed Out Employees: https://bit.ly/managertrainingmanual

Who It’s For:
This episode is perfect for professionals who want to strengthen emotional intelligence at work, navigate tricky manager dynamics, and grow in their careers.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to work with managers more effectively
• Techniques for managing up without overstepping
• Manager communication tips that actually get results
• How to handle difficult managers and reactive work environments
• Strategies for career growth and workplace success

#workingwithmanagers #managingup #workplacehacks #difficultmanagers #toxicworkplace #toxicboss

Source for data: https://www.shrm.org/executive-network/insights/future-of-talent-retention-report-why-employees-leave

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