This is for anyone who feels stuck in something that you don't want to be doing.

About five years ago, I made the huge leap to sell my successful company (which I had been building for 10 years) to start a whole new career. It's been the best decision of my entire life but making the jump wasn't easy.

In this episode, I share two things that will change your life and allow you to go after your dream. To go from being stuck in something in a life that you don't love to having the courage to take a risk on your dreams.

Sumi discusses the very real challenges building a career as an indie artist (you're not alone!!) and how to overcome them and win.

In this solo episode, Sumi breaks down the mindset shift that separates people who actually get better at something from those who stay stuck at the same level. Using her own piano journey and the 12 rules for mastery from Wynton Marsalis — one of the most celebrated trumpet players of all time — she gets into what focused growth really looks like and why most of us are working hard just to maintain, not improve.

This podcast episode features the esteemed Michelle Lewis, an award-winning songwriter and a prominent advocate for music creators' rights. We delve into her remarkable journey from crafting chart-topping singles for artists such as Amy Grant and Cher to her current role as the CEO of SONA, the Songwriters of North America. Lewis articulates the challenges faced by songwriters in an evolving music industry, particularly highlighting the detrimental impact of streaming on their earnings. Through her advocacy work, she emphasizes the importance of representation and equity for women and underrepresented groups in the music industry. We explore her insights on navigating the complexities of creativity and leadership, as well as the significance of being actively involved in decision-making processes that affect the livelihoods of creators.

Sumi talks about the the “Last Lap Syndrome,” that moment where you’ve done 80–90% of the work… but can’t seem to finish a creative project and put it out into the world.

In this episode, Sumi shares:

1. why creatives (especially those with ADHD tendencies) get stuck before the finish line
2. the real reason finishing feels harder than starting
3. how she has personally delayed projects for years (!!) and what she's doing differently now
4. simple systems and mindset shifts that actually help you close the loop

If you’ve ever had a creative project that's been almost done for too long… this one’s for you.

Welcome to the Dream Life Club podcast! Let's build our creative dream, together.

Sumi shares a little personal peek into her new attempt to start world building as an artist and what this means for her artistic evolution - and yours!

In this episode, Sumi shares what you might consider an embarrassing dating story to illustrate a point that she doesn't hear emphasized enough! Ultimately she shares how to process the chaos around us and make better art because of it!

Takeaways:

1. In the current climate of political turmoil and rapid technological advancements, we must cultivate our purpose and actively engage in creative endeavors.
2. The importance of channeling our emotions into art, especially during challenging times, serves as a transformative means of expression and healing.
3. Acknowledging the patterns of emotional reactions can significantly enhance our capacity to navigate personal and collective crises with resilience.
4. Engaging in creative expression is not merely a personal endeavor, but also an essential act of community and humanity during tumultuous times.

In this episode, Sumi shares 4 frameworks to use immediately in your conversations with EVERYONE in order to own your power and have more influence, immediately! She's hot off an in person training with the GOAT of public speaking himself, Richard Greene, and is sharing from the heart. So listen in to get all the juice!

Sumi shares 5 concrete things she's doing during this season to help make sure she stays grounded, inspired and creative during these times while plugging in, strategically, to what's going on in this country.