Episode 3
The 10 Things I've Learned Being a Full-time Creative Entrepreneur
June 5th, 2025
24 mins 52 secs
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About this Episode
Two years ago today, I made the leap from a traditional 9-to-5 job to become a full-time creative entrepreneur and musician. It's been one hell of a ride – filled with incredible highs, crushing lows, and everything in between. Today, I'm sharing the 10 most important lessons I've learned along the way.
From the myths about "security" and "making it" to the hard truths about loneliness and daily surrender, these lessons have shaped not just my career, but who I am as a person. Whether you're thinking about taking the leap yourself, already on the journey, or just curious about what it's really like to chase your dreams full-time, this episode is for you.
What you'll learn:
- Why pursuing peace is more important than pursuing success
- The truth about money, security, and happiness as a creative
- How to build a sustainable creative practice without burning out
- Why your spiritual life and your creative calling aren't at odds
- The importance of community and building your team
- How to handle the isolation that comes with this path
This isn't another "follow your dreams" pep talk – it's the real, unfiltered truth about what it takes to build a creative life. Some of these lessons might surprise you, others might challenge everything you think you know about entrepreneurship and creativity.
If you've ever wondered what it's really like to bet everything on your art, this episode will give you an honest look behind the curtain.
Perfect for: Creative entrepreneurs, musicians, artists, freelancers, anyone considering a career pivot, and those who want to understand the real challenges and rewards of building a creative business.