In this episode of TAD, I sit down with Nicole, an artist, songwriter, and entrepreneur who left the corporate world to pursue her creative passions. We dive into the power of music as a tool for healing, the magic that happens through collaboration, and the importance of building a supportive creative community.

Nicole opens up about her journey from poetry to songwriting, the challenges of sustaining a creative career, and what it truly means to live authentically as an artist. We also discuss overcoming burnout, discovering your creative voice, and the everyday practices that fuel inspiration. Plus, she shares her vision for SK, the creative community she’s cultivating.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to TAD

01:27 Introducing Nicole: The Corporate Turned Artist

02:44 Defining the Entrepreneurial Artist

04:28 The Evolution of Swartkat Studios

06:34 The Importance of Collaboration in Art

08:16 From Poetry to Songwriting

10:21 The Healing Power of Music

12:14 Authentic Creative Living

14:29 Practicing Songwriting and Singing

17:09 The Collaboration Process in Music

20:44 Challenges in the Artistic Journey

23:34 Overcoming Burnout as a Creative

25:40 Advice for Aspiring Creatives

29:05 Creative MVPs and Inspirations

31:35 Essential Tools for Creativity

33:13 Future Aspirations for SK

35:31 Connecting with Nicole