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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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Kerry Laster, a creative director from Georgia, shares his journey from discovering creativity through Gordon Parks' documentary to leading creative teams. He discusses the importance of authenticity in creative work, finding inspiration through personal curation, and applying sports team mentality to creative leadership. Kerry emphasizes the value…
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Welcome to five-minute magic from Mindful Creative Podcast. A short bonus episode, sharing tips and insights from the book's pages of the same title. Every week I'll share one or two ideas that can give you an actionable takeaway for your creative process or work/business, or just the food for thought for the weekend ahead. These bonus episodes sha…
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"If you're not curious and embracing change, the world will start to change around you. People often are afraid of change. It's a scary thing." - Simon Dixon In this revealing conversation, Simon Dixon, co-founder of Dixon Baxi, discusses his 24-year journey building one of the world's leading branding agencies. He shares insights about creative co…
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Welcome to five-minute magic from Mindful Creative Podcast. A short bonus episode, sharing tips and insights from the book's pages of the same title. Every week I'll share one or two ideas that can give you an actionable takeaway for your creative process or work/business, or just the food for thought for the weekend ahead. These bonus episodes sha…
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A deeply personal conversation exploring Amanda Mocci's journey from childhood artist to successful brand identity designer and illustrator. She discusses how her late brother's influence shaped her cosmic inspiration, managing ADHD as a strength, and finding balance between commercial work and personal art. The episode delves into the importance o…
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Welcome to five-minute magic from Mindful Creative Podcast. A short bonus episode, sharing tips and insights from the book's pages of the same title. Every week I'll share one or two ideas that can give you an actionable takeaway for your creative process or work/business, or just the food for thought for the weekend ahead. These bonus episodes sha…
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"I believe we can be channels and vessels for those ideas that are supposed to be coming through us." - Matt Hart Matt Hart shares his journey from New Zealand forest ranger to global innovation consultant, discussing his approach to unlocking creativity in organizations and individuals through his Better Ideas Faster (Biff) methodology. He explore…
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Welcome to five-minute magic from Mindful Creative Podcast. A short bonus episode, sharing tips and insights from the book's pages of the same title. Every week I'll share one or two ideas that can give you an actionable takeaway for your creative process or work/business, or just the food for thought for the weekend ahead. These bonus episodes sha…
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"I'm always very grateful for opportunities. When you're grateful and have gratitude for your lot in life, it's the best reminder to stop feeling sorry." - Chuck Anderson In this deep-dive conversation, veteran designer Chuck Anderson provides a candid look at navigating a two-decade career in the ever-evolving creative industry. From his journey a…
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Welcome to five-minute magic from Mindful Creative Podcast. A short bonus episode, sharing tips and insights from the book's pages of the same title. Every week I'll share one or two ideas that can give you an actionable takeaway for your creative process or work/business, or just the food for thought for the weekend ahead. These bonus episodes sha…
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A candid conversation with lettering artist Jessica Hische about maintaining creative independence, managing work-life balance, and navigating the evolving creative industry. Jessica shares insights about staying small versus scaling up, dealing with perception versus reality in the creative field, and adapting to technological changes including AI…
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Today we're going to talk about what it's like to be a creative in the 21st century. Why do I call it that? It's because we have access to more technology, tools and applications than ever before and the overwhelming amount of choices and the constant pressure to keep up with styles, trends and updates. It can make us feel like we're fighting an un…
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"Something that's good has the chance to make a real impression. Something that's mediocre doesn't. So why do the work if it's not gonna make an impression?" - Stefan Sagmeister A candid conversation with renowned designer Stefan Sagmeister about his journey from creating theater posters in Vienna to becoming a celebrated designer in New York. He d…
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Five minute magic pt.36 - Breaking the spell of digital delusion (from endless scrolling to meaningful growth)
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In a world of "success porn," "money porn," and "creative porn," our social media feeds bombard us with idealized versions of reality that can leave us feeling perpetually inadequate. Despite having more access to information than ever, we often find ourselves caught in cycles of stress and overwork, chasing undefined horizons of success. While val…
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"When I sit down at a painting, everything else disappears, like the noise, anxiety, the rest of the world, it just goes out the window." - Murugiah In this episode, artist Murugiah discusses his journey from studying architecture to becoming a multidisciplinary artist. He shares his struggles with self-doubt, the pressure to constantly improve, an…
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Five minute magic pt.35 - Creativity starts the blank piece of paper / Highway of life and creativity.
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Welcome to five-minute magic from Mindful Creative Podcast. A short bonus episode, sharing tips and insights from the book's pages of the same title. Every week I'll share one or two ideas that can give you an actionable takeaway for your creative process or work/business, or just the food for thought for the weekend ahead. These bonus episodes sha…
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"Life has a deadline. It fuels my creativity. Now I've realised that and that stress is like, could be stress that is debilitating or it could be stress that is energising and it's the fire that gets you going." - GeGemma O'Brien In this episode, internationally renowned designer and artist Gemma O'Brien shares her journey from law student to celeb…
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Welcome to five-minute magic from Mindful Creative Podcast. A short bonus episode, sharing tips and insights from the book's pages of the same title. Every week I'll share one or two ideas that can give you an actionable takeaway for your creative process or work/business, or just the food for thought for the weekend ahead. These bonus episodes sha…
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"You have to be the first in line of your fan club. If you're not, I don't know how to like you. Because if you don't like you, why would I like you?" - Chris Do In this insightful conversation, Chris Do and Radim Malinic explore the intricacies of creative careers, personal growth, and the impact of environment on success. Chris shares his experie…
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Season 2 Trailer: Mindful Creative - Take the first or the next step towards regaining control of your creative life.
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Hey! I am really excited to bring you the second season of my podcast. There’s a change of name and theme. We’re going to focus on the topic of my second recently published book - Mindful Creative. A book (and now also a podcast) about understanding how to deal with the highs and lows of creative lives. My name is Radim Malinic and I am your host. …
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Welcome to final five minute magic episode from Creativity For Sale Podcast. A quick fire episode, sharing tips and tricks from the pages of the book of the same title. For the last 33 weeks I shared one or two ideas that can give you an actionable take away for your creative career, your business, or just the food for thought for the weekend ahead…
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"Creativity has become my life's cause, not just my job. I've always been in love with it. I find it truly fascinating. We're going to need a lot of it to fix the world's problems." Radim and Ben discuss their careers in the creative industry, focusing on diversification and neurodiversity's role in creativity. They address AI's growing influence a…
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In this episode, we'll explore the unique journey of creative entrepreneurship and why comparing yourself to others can be counterproductive. We'll discuss how embracing change can become a powerful tool for growth in your career, potentially leading to new skills, audiences, or even business models. You'll learn why consistently showing up and per…
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Building an unconventionally professional creative studio outside the big cities - Pennybridge 🇦🇺
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"We want to try and live by our values, but run as a fledgling studio at the same time. It's that balance between ensuring revenue comes in and taking on clients aligned with those values." - Pennybridge PennyBridge is an unconventionally professional creative studio based in Palm Beach, Gold Coast, Australia. Founded by Paul Balfe and Kyle Tillman…
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What happens when a client sends you a list of feedback longer than the full volume of War and Peace? Unless you’re a seasoned pro who has worked on their processes, you’ll likely panic, catastrophise or even resent your work. In today's episode, we're exploring the often overlooked aspects of running a creative business—the human side of projects,…
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"Everything that I have done, even back at the government, was about building this community, bringing people together. And there is definitely a need for that in the market." In this episode, Radim Malinic interviews Izzy Poirier, a brand designer and community builder from Ottawa, Canada. Izzy shares her journey from working in government to foun…
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Five minute magic pt.30 - Transition from working solo to building a thriving team with cognitive diversity
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Most creative people want to stay creative and not deal with recruitment, sick staff or paying into pension pots. However, it’s impossible to keep going down that road without having help, a growing team or a skillset. An ambitious creative professional does want to solve bigger problems, only to find out that two pairs of hands aren’t enough. In t…
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"The future for the next 10 years is going to be more things that are truly immersive. And by that, I mean you're actually physically involved in them." - Tony Harmer Tony Harmer, an experienced creative professional and educator, discusses the evolution of creative software, learning methods, and the future of creativity. He emphasizes the importa…
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Today, we're diving into the world of marginal gains. This term was originally coined by Sir Dave Brailsford, a former performance director of British Cycling and Team Ienos Grenadiers. But you might be aware of this concept via James Clear, the author of Atomic Habits who uses this concept in his uber-best-selling book. ~ In this episode, we'll di…
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"I would rather sometimes take a gamble on something that feels really different. If I can see a spark in it and I can see how we can get it to a commercial stage." Nicki Field "Being represented is not for everybody. For a lot of artists, it doesn't work. If you're switched on business wise, and you're happy with the way you market yourself, you p…
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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 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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Five minute magic pt.23 - Working for and with others, whilst managing emotions and ambitions.
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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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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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