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Creativity for Sale is your backstage pass to the minds that shape our creative world. Based on the recently released book by Radim Malinic, helping people start and grow life-changing careers and businesses. Check out weekly interviews with the world's most brilliant creatives, designers, writers, musicians, makers, and marketers, along with bonus episodes offering quick action tips for the food for thought for the weekend ahead. More info https://radimmalinic.co.uk/
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Your brand + an emotional connection with your audience = success. But that middle part is tricky. I'm here to equip you to achieve it, through personal stories of individuals who have emotionally resonated with branding. I'm Sam, a brand designer and your host. In each episode, released on the 14th of the month, a top guest picks their favourite brand. I then invite them to unpack why it means so much. As they share, we gain invaluable insights into what makes audiences tick. Not with strat ...
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Welcome to "The Dark Side of Entrepreneurship," formerly known as Brand Identity Design, an Award-Winning Business Podcast hosted by Jaison Thomas. Our podcast aims to educate and empower entrepreneurs by sharing ideas and strategies for overcoming challenges in their businesses. Each episode features interviews with high-level business executives who generously share their personal and professional experiences. Our show is not your typical boring business talk show - we infuse humor and per ...
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Welcome to the He Shoots, He Draws Podcast, your go-to source for all things creativity, photography, graphic design, business, and life! Hosted by Dave Clayton and guest host Alan Hess, this show offers regular insights into these creative topics. Two friends—a graphic designer and a photographer—share their combined expertise and experiences to bring you engaging discussions. So, grab a cuppa and join us as we explore the things we admire, the people who inspire us, and much more. Expect s ...
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The final section in the Creativity for Sale book is titled Grow. It serves as a reminder that everything we do and make needs a constant looking after. Just like we water our plants to give them the best chance of surviving, we plant seeds of future opportunities that require the same amount of care and attention. Sunlight is compulsory too. This …
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I just wanted to let you know that my business (Pilgrimage Design) is changing. As a result, this podcast will be changing too. I'm working out the precise changes at the moment. And of course you'll be the first to know about them when they're public. So, watch this space… In the meantime, here are some resources that may be of interest: pilgrimag…
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"I don't believe in creative block. I feel like it's a crutch and something that completely doesn't exist. You can remove that completely from your vocabulary." Elana Rudick, founder of Design is Yummy in Montreal, discusses her journey from a shy, introverted designer to a confident business owner and creative director. She shares insights on runn…
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This episode is a short one but it should serve as an open-minded reminder that whatever happens in the immediate or not-so-distant future nothing is a threat to our creativity. I wrote this section a while ago when we all found ourselves in the glittering advent of generative AI met with flight or fight panic and hysteria shared by plenty online a…
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"I tend to treat my life with an open hand. Don't hold things too tightly. Whatever happens happens, I'm only 36. I've lived a full life." Rony Mikhael shares his journey as an immigrant creative, from his early days in Kuwait to building a successful career in Canada. He discusses the challenges of adapting to a new culture, finding his passion in…
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The second to last section in the book is titled Tools. It’s an overview of essential resources for thriving and productivity. The latest available tools are meant to supercharge our creativity as well as save us valuable time with endless possibilities of automating basic tasks that often seem very alluring to be done manually, and slowly. From ac…
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"You have to scream so loud or shine so bright that people notice you. And then once you get noticed, you can have the conversations." - Dines In this episode, Dines, co-founder of Studio Blup, discusses the evolution of his creative agency from its graffiti-inspired roots to a global brand. He shares insights on maintaining creative integrity whil…
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In this episode, we dive into the crucial phase of delivering creative work for clients. We'll explore strategies for balancing ambition with realism, overcoming creative blocks, and managing client expectations. Learn how to avoid scope creep, communicate effectively, and deliver quality work on time. We'll discuss the importance of reliability, h…
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"I think mindset is probably the biggest learning curve and the biggest part of running your business. I would put any kind of investment of time or energy there before anything else." Imogen Partridge is a watercolor illustrator who recently transitioned from a career in interior design to full-time freelance artistry. She specializes in detailed …
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Let’s talk about what happens when the work finally comes to you. Gonig from initial enquiries and turning them into successful projects. We'll cover comms automation, tips on productive first client meetings, and quoting with confidence. You'll learn to identify red flags to know when to pursue or walk away from opportunities. These insights will …
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"Comfort and creativity aren't necessarily great bedfellows. There has to be a degree of discomfort to create anything interesting, to do work that's going to cut through." Max Ottignon, co-founder of Ragged Edge branding agency, discusses the journey of building a purpose-driven creative business. He shares insights on the importance of language i…
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Star Wars is an American sci-fi franchise and logo designer Ian Paget's favourite brand. Ian's been feeling the force since he first saw C-3PO on a VHS sleeve as a child. While developing his career as a logo designer, he has come to realise that these are more than films. Star Wars, he suggests, is a primal brand that can teach entrepreneurs how t…
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In the first of three episodes, from the section titled Clients, we will explore the dynamics of working with others, discussing collaboration, compromise, and communication. We'll delve into managing emotions when your work faces criticism. Learn to balance defending your vision with being open to feedback.These insights should help you ease off a…
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"If I could just do this for the rest of my life, I'd be completely happy. It's just so much fun. It's just so new all the time." Julie Solvstrom, an illustrator and lettering artist, shares her journey from Denmark to Vancouver, Canada, and her creative evolution. She discusses her background in graphic design, her travels, and the impact of curio…
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Welcome to five minute magic from Creativity For Sale Podcast. A quick fire episode, sharing tips and tricks from the pages of the book of the same title. Every week I'll be sharing one or two ideas that can give you. And actionable take away for your creative career, your business, or just the food for thought for the weekend ahead. These are take…
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"To tell a compelling story, you need a character facing real conflict. Be willing to explore the uncomfortable parts - that's where the depth and resonance come from." Matt McCue, editor-in-chief of The Creative Factor, shares his journey as a storyteller and the importance of storytelling in the creative industry. He talks about his background gr…
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Welcome to five minute magic from Creativity For Sale Podcast. A quick fire episode, sharing tips and tricks from the pages of the book of the same title. Every week I'll be sharing one or two ideas that can give you. And actionable take away for your creative career, your business, or just the food for thought for the weekend ahead. These are take…
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"I use the 'we' because I feel like collaboration on projects is how you get to the end goal." In this episode, we dive deep into the career of illustrator and animation director Dan Woodger. From his breakthrough emoji project to his current approach to social media, Dan shares insights on navigating the ever-changing landscape of illustration. He…
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Welcome to five minute magic from Creativity For Sale Podcast. A quick fire episode, sharing tips and tricks from the pages of the book of the same title. Every week I'll be sharing one or two ideas that can give you. And actionable take away for your creative career, your business, or just the food for thought for the weekend ahead. These are take…
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"Working in magazines is an incredible privilege, with access to artists and thinkers." Nicola Hamilton, an editorial designer based in Toronto, Canada, shares her journey into editorial design and her passion for magazines. She started her post-secondary education in fine arts and cultural studies before transferring into a graphic design program.…
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Marshall is a British amplification company and designer Radim Malinic's favourite brand. A wall of Marshall speakers at a Motörhead gig changed everything for a 90s teenager called Radim. He'd never heard anything like it. As he grew up, this sound soulfully wove its way into his own creativity. This is a love letter to a brand that's a million mi…
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Welcome to five minute magic from Creativity For Sale Podcast. A quick fire episode, sharing tips and tricks from the pages of the book of the same title. Every week I'll be sharing one or two ideas that can give you. And actionable take away for your creative career, your business, or just the food for thought for the weekend ahead. These are take…
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"Build your niche around what you care about" In this conversation, Seb, the creative director and co-founder of Soba, discusses the challenges faced by digital marketing agencies and the importance of finding and owning a unique space in the market. ~He emphasizes the need for agencies to differentiate themselves and avoid common mistakes such as …
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Welcome to five minute magic from Creativity For Sale Podcast. A quick fire episode, sharing tips and tricks from the pages of the book of the same title. Every week I'll be sharing one or two ideas that can give you. And actionable take away for your creative career, your business, or just the food for thought for the weekend ahead. These are take…
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"Passion drove me to risk it all and rebuild my photography career from scratch in LA. With scrappiness and tenacity, I embraced being an 'Alien of Extraordinary Ability.'"~ Nathalie Gordon is a London born photographer residing and working in and out of Los Angeles. Nathalie had to navigate the lengthy process of obtaining an "Alien of Extraordina…
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Welcome to five minute magic from Creativity For Sale Podcast. A quick fire episode, sharing tips and tricks from the pages of the book of the same title. Every week I'll be sharing one or two ideas that can give you. And actionable take away for your creative career, your business, or just the food for thought for the weekend ahead. These are take…
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"Find something that makes time slow down. If time is slowing down, you're doing something right."~ In this conversation, Matt Haynes, a designer and the head of the design conference in Brisbane, discusses his passion for surfing and its connection to creativity. He shares his experiences of surfing big waves and the exhilaration and joy it brings…
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Welcome to five minute magic from Creativity For Sale Podcast. A quick fire episode, sharing tips and tricks from the pages of the book of the same title. Every week I'll be sharing one or two ideas that can give you. And actionable take away for your creative career, your business, or just the food for thought for the weekend ahead. These are take…
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"Transparency and honesty about what I can deliver allows client trust and creative credibility." Kieron Lewis, a freelance graphic designer and book designer, shares his journey in the creative industry and how he transitioned from advertising to working on publications. ~ He emphasizes the importance of transparency and honesty in client relation…
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Welcome to five minute magic from Creativity For Sale Podcast. A quick fire episode, sharing tips and tricks from the pages of the book of the same title. Every week I'll be sharing one or two ideas that can give you. And actionable take away for your creative career, your business, or just the food for thought for the weekend ahead. These are take…
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Thankyou is an Australian social enterprise and strategist Levina Kusumadjaja's favourite brand. Ending extreme poverty by selling personal care and cleaning products? Impossible. But that's exactly what Thankyou have set out to do. In the process, they have faced giants of global capitalism and brought devoted supporters into their ranks. Levina i…
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"You give it to someone else, they'll have a different opinion. And someone else will have a different opinion, and say that's amazing. Then you send it to someone else and be like, well, this is crap. I'm never going to hire you." ~ Radim Malinic delves into the mind of Robert McCombe, a rising creative force whose Instagram presence has garnered …
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Join us for a candid and insightful discussion as three seasoned photography podcasters— Dave Clayton (He Shoots, He Draws), Kersten Luts (Camera Shake podcast) and Steve Brazill (Behind the Shot) — we share our experiences, challenges, and triumphs in creating and maintaining our own design and photography podcasts. In this episode, we delve into …
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Welcome to five minute magic from Creativity For Sale Podcast. A quick fire episode, sharing tips and tricks from the pages of the book of the same title. Every week I'll be sharing one or two ideas that can give you. And actionable take away for your creative career, your business, or just the food for thought for the weekend ahead. These are take…
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"Empowering others to find their passion and life's purpose through branding is incredibly fulfilling."~ In this conversation, Danielle Clarke, a brand strategist, discusses the evolution of brand strategy and the challenges of differentiating oneself in a crowded market. She shares her personal journey of discovering her role as a brand strategist…
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Welcome to five minute magic from Creativity For Sale Podcast. A quick fire episode, sharing tips and tricks from the pages of the book of the same title. Every week I'll be sharing one or two ideas that can give you. And actionable take away for your creative career, your business, or just the food for thought for the weekend ahead. These are take…
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"I've learned really valuable skill from design, how to respond to feedback, how to think about an audience, because not everyone is going to like every design that I do."~ In this conversation, Mike Schnaidt, the creative director of Fast Company, discusses his journey in the publishing industry and the process of writing his book, Creative Endura…
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Welcome to five minute magic from Creativity For Sale Podcast. A quick fire episode, sharing tips and tricks from the pages of the book of the same title. Yes. Creativity For Sale. Every week I'll be sharing one or two ideas that can give you. And actionable take away for your creative career, your business, or just the food for thought for the wee…
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"It's always about intention. There needs to be a goal and we have the tools now to reach those goals quickly, but patience is a must." Rufus Deuchler, an Adobe evangelist, shares his journey and insights into the creative industry. He discusses the importance of taking initiative and creating opportunities, as well as the impact of AI on creativit…
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Welcome to five minute magic from Creativity For Sale Podcast. A quick fire episode, sharing tips and tricks from the pages of the book of the same title. Yes. Creativity For Sale. Every week I'll be sharing one or two ideas that can give you. And actionable take away for your creative career, your business, or just the food for thought for the wee…
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Join us for an insightful conversation on how to navigate the world of content creation while maintaining a strong and healthy marriage. In this episode, we sit down with the power couple Neil & Phyllis Strawder, who have successfully managed both their personal and professional lives while creating engaging content together. From establishing boun…
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"It doesn't matter how you get there. It doesn't really matter if you're not using the font that you should be using because somebody thinks it's good. You just have to be firm on your intuition." This episode of the Creativity for Sale podcast hosted by Radim Malinic features an inspiring conversation with Emmi Salonen, a designer and happiness fa…
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Discover what I'm on about at pilgrimagedesign.substack.com/p/free-branding-workbook-for-startups EPISODE TRANSCRIPT: www.pilgrimage.design/23-fifteen-minutes What is this podcast? Your brand + an emotional connection with your audience = success. But that middle part is tricky. I'm here to equip you to achieve it, through personal stories of indiv…
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Welcome to five minute magic from Creativity For Sale Podcast. A quick fire episode, sharing tips and tricks from the pages of the book of the same title. Yes. Creativity For Sale. Every week I'll be sharing one or two ideas that can give you. And actionable take away for your creative career, your business, or just the food for thought for the wee…
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In this episode, Jaison & Leslie delve into the art of expanding the reach of your podcast through multiple channels of consumption. Jaison Thomas, a seasoned podcaster from Mumbai, shares invaluable insights and strategies on how to effectively diversify your podcast's distribution. Join us as we explore the importance of reaching audiences across…
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"We can only do our best work for those that are aligned with what we believe and that tastes are similar. " Chris Do is an award-winning designer, educator, and host of The Futur YouTube and The Futur podcast. The discussion looks at topics such as the importance of specialisation, the challenges of creative careers, and the role of AI in the crea…
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Welcome to five minute magic from Creativity For Sale Podcast. A quick fire episode, sharing tips and tricks from the pages of the book of the same title. Yes. Creativity For Sale. Every week I'll be sharing one or two ideas that can give you. And actionable take away for your creative career, your business, or just the food for thought for the wee…
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Join us for an insightful exploration into the unconventional yet powerful realm of business positioning with Neysa, a visionary Soul-lead Brand photographer. In this episode, we delve deep into the importance of intuition and instinctive decision-making in shaping the trajectory of your business. Neysa shares her experiences and strategies at the …
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"I want to create products that actually prevent people from taking advantage of freelancers. I want them to realize that they cannot take advantage of us easily because we are coming for them." You've likely heard the phrase "hope for the best, prepare for the worst," but are you truly prepared for the worst-case scenarios that could derail your c…
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Welcome to five minute magic from Creativity For Sale Podcast. A quick fire episode, sharing tips and tricks from the pages of the book of the same title. Yes. Creativity For Sale. Every week I'll be sharing one or two ideas that can give you. And actionable take away for your creative career, your business, or just the food for thought for the wee…
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