"Success is there if you grind at it. The barriers are getting lower, and if you put the work in, you can do that.

Graphic designer Kyle Wilkinson reveals his secrets to sustaining a successful creative career, from his humble publishing beginnings to launching his own art gallery.

Host, Radim Malinic and Kyle's discuss his creative work, early career experiences in publishing, the importance of adaptability and confidence as a creative, and the transition from working in a studio to freelancing and starting his own studio.~

Kyle shares how he cultivated his own creative style through experimentation and self-initiated projects, the role of financial insecurity in taking on work, and the power of networking and word-of-mouth in getting new clients. They also talk about celebrating small wins, finding mentors and learning from peers, and how Kyle has focused on his own self-development as a lifelong learner.

 Kyle also reveals his newest creative endeavor - launching an art gallery called House of Thrills, featuring his own pop culture-inspired painting collection.

This conversation explores the patience, resilience, and continuous curiosity required to sustain a fulfilling creative career.

Key Takeaways:

• Focus on developing core creative skills, an experimental mindset, and strong work ethic in the early stages of your career.
• Build up a financial buffer to afford yourself the time and space to work on passion projects and creative development.
• Self-initiated projects that showcase your unique voice can be powerful for attracting new clients and opportunities.
• Reflect on how far you've come and celebrate small wins, instead of always focusing on what's next.
• Surround yourself with those whose skills and mindsets complement and enhance your own abilities.

Mindful Creative: How to understand and deal with the highs and lows of creative life, career and business

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