Creatives Ignite

Scott Biersack shares his personal story of finding balance.

Its ok to take time for yourself. It is crucial to the creative process and fighting creative block to meditate and exercise to aid in stress reduction. Relieving Stress as an entrepreneur. Feast or Famine mentality of a freelancer. Meditation, Yoga, diet, and exercise have aided in finding balance. Eliminating Creative Block by controlling stress.

Worried because of blood in your stool, celery juice is healing.

Creating time for yourself allows you to be more productive.

Episode 261. Part 3 of Struggle then Soar series

Aired Wednesday, June 27, 2018 at 2:30pm ET / 11:30am PT

This week I am interviewing my good friend Scott Biersack. There are so many things in Scott's life that make him perfect for this Struggle then Soar series. Scott has a drive and grit like you would not believe. He is not only a designer, letterer, illustrator, typographer, he is an entrepreneur. And like you being an entrepreneur means you are juggling a lot, and sometimes your health slides. Well, not anymore for Scott, after a wake-up call from his body, he made some serious changes and is loving how his body feels and how his life has changed. Catch the live episode and find out how he is battling the Balance Monster.

Find Scott at:

youbringfire.com

instagram.com/youbringfire

continentaltype.co

Find full show notes at: https://rechargingyou.com/2018/06/25/scott-biersack-finding-balance/

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The ups and downs of doing a daily challenge. Daily design challenges can be taxing but also invigorating. This skateboard deck challenge has allowed me to tap into a new style and share some real quirky parts of being a noticer. You will never look at envelopes (security envelopes) the same again.

I am not giving up, even though it is hard and challenging to do something everyday. I am so thankful this is not a 100-day challenge. Starting with a small challenge has really helped me to love this daily challenge.

Aired Thursday, June 14, 2018.

This week I will be talking about what I am learning about recently, which includes doing a daily challenge, working with others, feeling like giving up and knowing when to and not to give up. I will hopefully be able to share some analytics insights with you as well. I hope you will join me for this quick update.

I was supposed to have Tara Victoria and Brad Weaver on but we are rescheduling their episode and why that did NOT stress me out, rather it was a blessing.

Life gets messy, it’s what you do with the mess. This week is showing me that and allowing me to share what I am doing when things don’t go as planned.

Isn’t that what we have to do as designers, pivot regularly. Seriously no project ever goes super smoothly. If it does for you and on a regular basis, please get in touch with me and let’s talk. I need to know what you are doing.

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Find full show notes at: https://rechargingyou.com/2018/06/13/doing-a-daily-challenge-rapid-recharge/

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Jason Shults beat stage 4 cancer with the help, support, and encouragement from his friends and family. Getting back to designing was a huge part of Jason's battle success.

Now Jason gives back and donates his time by designing for cancer research. Jason will tell you that cancer changed his life for the better.

Watch to find out why, this extreme battle of stage 4 cancer was the fight of his life, but gave him a richer, deeper life as a result.

Episode 259. Part 2 of Struggle then Soar series

Aired Tuesday, June 5, 2018.

This week I am excited to share an inspiring story of a battle with cancer. Jason Shults is an in-house designer at The Ohio State University, he battled cancer and will share how design acted as therapy during his battle and recovery.

Jason has now committed to giving much of his freelance time and funds to Cancer Research and has been changed by this battle for the better. He has a laid-back, warmth that you will not believe and HOPE. I am excited to introduce y’all to Jason and hear his story.

Cancer affects 1 out of every 3 people in the US gets cancer (1 out of 2 people in the UK). These statistics are astonishing but it means more than likely someone we work with or we, ourselves will battle with this beast. He will share advice on how to support co-workers who are dealing with Cancer, and advice for creatives dealing with the beast themselves.

Follow Jason at:

www.instagram.com/themightyshults

Find full show notes at: https://rechargingyou.com/2018/06/04/jason-shults-beating-cancer-with-design/

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Find Your Lens Into The World, Finding Your Style. What gets Measured gets Improved. Broken Pieces Build Interesting Stories. Good Design is Story Telling - Zoom In On The Details - Tell Your Story.

Watch and Listen as Chris tells his story of going from being emotionally charged to being logical about decisions. He shares how he stopped blaming people and started taking responsibility for his situation. We talk about the Power of Role Play in difficult situations, and how important culture fit is for a company of creatives.

Episode 258. Part 5 of the Scaling Your Business series and Part 1 Struggle then Soar series

Airs Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at 2:30pm ET / 11:30am PT

This week I am excited to interview Chris Do. Chris not only is the founder of a successful design firm he also has a successful YouTube Channel, course site, membership community, and podcast. He is an educator and a prolific content creator, we will dig into his backstory this week.

Chris is passionate about teaching students and business owners the skills we rarely get in school. His audience is made up of entrepreneurs who are trying to get to the next level. He helps creative entrepreneurs through his courses and content he is producing at The Futur. Chris dove deep into what makes him tick and by doing that has learned about others. He utilizes role play in his classes and online content. There is so much we can learn from him.

But life was not always a walk in the park for Chris. His family immigrated here when he was very young. He moved around a lot and never felt like he fit in, until design school. Where he found his place. Chris has learned a lot about life from the struggles of growing up in a new country and learning a new culture along with his parents and brothers. Chris has built two thriving businesses and is the epitome of the struggle then soar series.

Get ready to learn about how important culture fit is for hiring, how to talk to clients and communicate your value, and how Chris fought his way through childhood to now stand up and give you the tools to be a strong, creative, business leader for your company.

Follow Chris at:

instagram.com/thefuturishere

instagram.com/thechrisdo

youtube.com/c/TheFuturIsHere

blind.com

thefutur.com

academy.thefutur.com

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Scotty Russell brings his wisdom as we talk about the value of writing and polling your audience. The importance of growing an email list and how growing Your Audience is Like a Video Game,

you’ve gotta jump the fear hurdles to get to the next level.

Poll your audience, listen and You will hear what they need but you need to listen. Scotty gives actionable steps for anyone trying to build a social media presence and grow an audience online or grow an online business showcasing your creative talent and skills.

Writing is where it all starts. From Art to podcasts to workshops even talks. Scotty also talks about using Patreon and how it isn’t begging, but rather, it’s a way for people to say, "I support you'" when they may not need or want to buy a product.

Scotty went solo yolo at creative south in 2015 and was on stage in 2016, doing things that scare you and that make you uncomfortable are important to your growth.

Talk, Write & Post, Even when no ones listening, Life is Short Find Your Tribe

Even when no one’s listening, reading or liking. Continue to TALK, WRITE and POST through the silence.

Be Yourself, talk about what you are into. Scotty loves Cats, Pizza, and Space

Onboarding Your Tribe, Welcome your Tribe like Family, Good Vibes Build Tribes. Practice everything: Practice Writing, Practice Talking, Practice Drawing

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Find full show notes at: http://bit.ly/DR-257

THE DESIGN RECHARGE SHOW: Scotty Russell // How to Find Your Tribe

Episode 257. Part four of the Scaling Your Business Series

Aired Wednesday, May 23, 2018.

This week we interviewed one of my go-to people for getting inspired. His story is not only inspiring and littered with grit, he is vulnerable and loves to help the creative community. He loves them so much he has created a community, a podcast, and shared how to do this along his journey.

He is always growing and clarifying his focus. You will be amazed by this letterer, designer, illustrator, cat loving, pizza dude. I am so proud to learn from and share my good friend, Scotty Russell with you.

To check out Scotty and hear his podcast and see his work go to:

PerspectivePodcast.com

Perspective-Collective.com

Or Follow him on Instagram at:

Instagram.com/prspctv_cllctv

@prspctv_cllctv

Instagram.com/perspectivepodcast


@perspectivepodcast

Or join his Facebook community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThePerspectiveCollective/

And you can Support his podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PerspectivePodcast

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Do you have a fear of speaking in public? Do you want to know how to push through your fear of public speaking to become an effective communicator? Do you consider yourself an Introvert but are in a role that requires some extrovert characteristics? See how a top design professional, Ian Paget of Logo Geek, has overcome his fear of social anxiety and public speaking to become a successful business owner, community leader, and podcaster in addition to being able to talk to clients with confidence.

Turning introversion into your b***h! Ditch your self doubts, take control of your future by owning the power of your voice. Be courageous and change your life.

THE DESIGN RECHARGE SHOW: Ian Paget // Overcoming Fears and Building a Community

Find the full show notes and links at: https://rechargingyou.com/2018/05/13/ian-paget-overcoming-fears-and-building-a-community-part-2/

Episode 256. Part three of the Scaling Your Business Series

After Ian’s show a few weeks ago we kept talking, he shared some of his personal story about his anxiety and fears that used to hold him back. This week we will dig into that part of his journey and talk about how he has grown his logo geek community.

Often as we are growing we are put in uncomfortable positions. Being uncomfortable is an indicator of growth, it is part of the process. Once we are comfortable with what we are learning we tend to stagnate. Being stagnate is not part of Ian Paget’s identity. He has been facing his fears and welcomes being uncomfortable.

As you grow a business there are many opportunities you face that you have never done before but you can’t avoid, Ian will share how his life used to be about avoiding these until he decided to face his fears head-on.

Ian is a champion for other designers who are in a similar situations and he is happy to share his story to give hope to other people that they are not alone.

We will dig into how building a podcast and community have played into this role of facing his fears and how his business has exploded as a result.

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@logo_geek (twitter) @logogeek (instagram) logogeek (on facebook)

Follow Ian at:

Blog: http://logogeek.uk/logo-design-blog/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/logo_geek

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/LogoGeek/

Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/logogeek/

Podcast:

https://logogeek.uk/podcast/

iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/logo-geek/id762790918?mt=2

Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/ian-paget/logo-geek

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-90209232

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CVwFB7zaiJUrCmBEX74z6?fo=1

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/logogeek/

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Or email me at diane [at] rechargingyou.com

Give a comment and let me know what you think.

Episode 255. Part two of the Scaling Your Business Series

Aired Wednesday, May 9, 2018

Have you ever wondered how a dream can become a reality? Ever had reality breathing down your neck? Have you been trying to wear so many hats there is never enough time to get everything done? Wilson Lemieux had no room for failure, failing was not an option. With a family and another baby on the way, Wilson bet it all and won.

We will find out how the first three years have been and how making the jump, helped him realize his strengths and potential. His faith and love for his wife and family kept him strong as he traverses the world of telling stories. He will share insight into hiring (because you can’t do it all on your own), pitfalls to avoid, and how to remain grounded after big wins.

Follow Wilson at:

Instagram: @wilson.lemieux @lemieux.company

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LemieuxCompany/

Twitter: @wilsonlemieux @lemieuxcompany

www.lemieux.company

https://vimeo.com/user43917612

https://www.facebook.com/LemieuxCompany/

https://vimeo.com/user43917612

https://vimeo.com/251897721

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Part one of the Scaling Your Business Series

Episode 254

Aired Wednesday, May 2, 2018

From a two-man shop to larger and now an 8-person firm, our guest this week, Bill Beachy, will jump start our Scaling Your Business series this May. This week features illustrator, author, and lifetime entrepreneur, Bill Beachy, president of Go Media in Cleveland, Ohio. Bill will share his wisdom he has acquired from running his business for over 15 years.

The ups and downs, insights and advice will be shared in regards to hiring the right team so that Bill can still have time to create. We will talk about schedules, pricing, and continuous marketing.

Follow Bill at:

Website: www.gomedia.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Go_Media

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/GoMedia

Instagram: @go_media

Bill’s book: “Drawn to Business” https://amzn.to/2KlMuTL

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Aired Wednesday, April 25, 2018.

I have been a big fan of Ian Paget and Logo Geek for a while now. Ian is talented, driven, and his story is inspirational. His story is one we can all relate to, he has faced many obstacles but has never let it get the best of him. AND he is even nicer than I imagined. He is genuine, helpful, and transparent about his growth and process. Ian has created a popular podcast and a community where fellow branding aficionados can gather, encourage, give feedback, and share tips all from his love of branding and logo design.

Ian has gone from full-time designer with a side hustle and a busy side project to working part-time at his job and doing his side hustle more permanently on Thursdays–Sundays. If you have wanted to make that transition from full-time to part-time so you can pursue your passion project or freelance business then this show will be full of tips and wisdom. I hope you will join us for this episode of Design Recharge LIVE on Wednesday, April 25 at 2:30pm ET / 11:30am PT.

Follow Ian at:

Blog: http://logogeek.uk/logo-design-blog/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/logo_geek

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/LogoGeek/

Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/logogeek/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/logogeek/

Podcast:

https://logogeek.uk/podcast/

iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/logo-geek/id762790918?mt=2

Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/ian-paget/logo-geek

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-90209232

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CVwFB7zaiJUrCmBEX74z6?fo=1

Find full show notes at:

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Episode 250. Aired April 4, 2018

This week we will be talking to someone I admire so much, for his work and his easy going spirit. And his willingness to share his knowledge with us. This week we will talk to my friend, Scott Soeder. Scott grew up watching Looney Tunes and so many of the great shows from the 70’s and 80’s. All of this influenced his passion for illustration and love of cartoons. Scott has another passion and that is for music, he plays the drums and has found a way to combine his passion for illustration and music.

Follow Scott:

Web: scottsoeder.com

Twitter: @scottsoederart ‏

FB: Facebook.com/scottmakesart

Insta: Instagram.com/scottsoeder

dribbble: https://dribbble.com/scottsoeder

Find full show notes at: https://rechargingyou.com/2018/04/02/scott-soeder-blending-interests-to-find-your-niche/

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