E6 - How to Make Money Doing What You Love: The Secrets, Shortcuts and Fallbacks

Making a living as a creative professional is no easy feat, but it is possible with the right mindset and strategies. In this illuminating episode, we dive deep into the realities of forging a sustainable career doing what you love. We'll start by exploring the importance of having multiple income streams and passions to support your artistic pursuits. Speaking your truth in a business environment can be tricky. We'll offer guidance on navigating difficult conversations and advocating for yourself without burning bridges. And for those who dream of being "the talent," we'll unpack the joys and challenges of managing a team. The harsh realities of the entertainment industry are unavoidable, so we'll pull back the curtain on "The Truth About Hollywood."  At the heart of sustainable creativity lies the ability to surrender to the process. We'll discuss how to let go of perfectionism and embrace the ebbs and flows. And we'll tackle the twin demons of fear - the paralysis of failure and the pitfalls of success. Finally, we'll highlight the vital importance of adaptability and safeguarding your mental health. The path of the creative is never linear, so flexibility and self-care are essential. _____ 0:00 Intro 0:50 Starting "We are Warriors"  3:49 Being a Hummingbird Vs a Hammer 12:24 Speaking Your Truth in a Business Environment 23:20 Being the "Talent" & Managing a Team 26:30 The Truth About Hollywood 32:08 Prioritizing Connections & Asking for Help 39:20 Surrendering to the Process 41:30 Fear of Failure, Fear of Success 45:34 The Power of Adaptability 49:00 Clarity of Intention 50:52 Safeguarding Your Mental Health 53:30 Taking Your Time 58:04 Conclusion _____ Shop Agravitae:  https://agravitae.com/ampm Stay Connected:  Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZGMajufmT6ppp4LbKaaiV?si=191d8e2c380540a2 Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/easy-a-podcast/id1759634287 Alexis Ren ~ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexisren/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@alexis Allie Michelle ~ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliemichellel/ Allie’s New Book: Legends of Lemuria: https://shopcatalog.com/products/legends-of-lemuria Our Guided Journal: https://www.intelligentchange.com/pages/becoming-a-warrior-journal?utm_source=social&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=BAW&utm_content=allie Our Courses: We are Warriors: https://wearewarriors.co