Zach and Jeff talk about Jeff's time at Go Media including the fun and success but also the challenges with burnout and life balance. They talk about the challenges of finding a job in a competitive market. Jeff shares his thoughts on transitioning from freelancing to working at Go Media and the decision to bring his freelance clients into the company. They also discuss the launch of the Arsenal and its impact on the design community. This part of the conversation explores the genesis of the Arsenal, the popularity of Go Media's work, the ethics of stock art, and the impact of Go Media's style. It also delves into the office environment at Go Media, the challenges of balancing work and personal life, and the impact of work on relationships. In this conversation, Zach Hendrix discusses the challenges of balancing work and personal life, particularly in his younger years. He reflects on the struggles he faced in his relationships and the difficulty of finding a work-life balance. Jeff also shares his experiences of working with his wife at Go Media and the tensions that arose from it. He delves into the pressure to succeed and the impact it had on his mental health, leading to burnout and depression. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the evolution of punk rock bands and the paradox of fame.

Takeaways

• The popularity of Go Media's work led to the overuse and saturation of their design elements in the industry.
• The impact of work on relationships and personal lives was a significant factor in the dynamics of the team at Go Media.
• Finding a balance between work and personal life is crucial for overall well-being and healthy relationships.
• It is important to communicate and work together with your partner to navigate the challenges of working together.
• The pressure to succeed can sometimes lead to burnout and mental health struggles.
• Identity should not solely be defined by work, and it is important to explore and embrace other aspects of life.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Intro Music

03:20 Job Search and Desperation

09:34 Transitioning from Freelancing to Go Media

23:35 Launch of the Arsenal and Impact on Design Community

29:20 Discovering Graphic Design

31:12 Working at Go Media

35:28 The Impact of Go Media's Work

38:47 The Diminishing Integrity of Design

41:40 Balancing Different Types of Work

45:03 The Office Environment

47:57 Leading Two Different Lives

55:03 Finding Inspiration at Go Media

56:28 The Impact of Work on Relationships

01:02:14 Tension between Work and Personal Life

01:03:43 The Pursuit of Creative Arts

01:05:05 The Decision to Leave Go Media

01:09:20 The Pressure to Work and Succeed

01:13:08 The Paradox of Success and Mental Health

01:16:58 Navigating Work Identity in Conversations

01:18:25 Inspiration from Music and Music Videos

01:22:38The Punk Rock Journey

🎙️ Podcast Website: https://we-should-be-working.simplecast.com
🖥️ Jeff’s Website: https://jefffinley.org
📺 Jeff’s YouTube: https://youtube.com/jeff_finley
🐠 Zach’s Website: https://fightingfish.studio