The Creative Gap

#64 - Nur Niaz - Entrepreneurship, Career Rediscovery & Artistic Freedom from Youtube


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In this episode of The Creative Podcast, we sit down with filmmaker and entrepreneur Nur Niaz about his transition from commercial directing to building a successful YouTube channel and online business. Nur shares how political instability and economic challenges in Kazakhstan pushed him to pivot careers, leading to newfound creative and growing financial freedom as an artist. He discusses the struggle of balancing artistry with business, overcoming self-doubt, and redefining his identity beyond traditional filmmaking. Nur also reflects on the importance of community, valuing friendships outside of the creative industry while seeking a network of like-minded individuals. He shares how YouTube became both a business and a creative outlet, allowing him to monetize his content through digital products and ads while shifting to a more exploratory, documentary-style approach to filmmaking. He opens up about his struggles with depression, the role of therapy, and how honest communication with his wife helped him navigate his lowest moments. The conversation also sparks reflection in Carlo, making him question his own creative path and how to balance personal fulfillment with career evolution.

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