Sam has burnout but wants to feel inspired again to create. We talk about how in creative process an obstacle like fatigue and burnout can sometimes be a break, not always a bust.

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Gia wants to launch a podcast about her field of work, but doesn't have a lot of time to dedicate to it. We talk about how understanding the purpose of an idea can be modified by the time given to it.

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Daryl is trying to grow a hobby into a business, but has been distracted lately and is concerned that it won't happen. I help her understand that this is about making connections: First, with her Muse, then with an audience.

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Miles gives an update after I advised him on episode 3 on how to grow the audience for his podcast — IDK What I'm Doing (a conversation between two friends about the confusion of adulthood) — while still keeping the show "real."

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Sami needs a game plan for how to create a video game. I give suggestions on how to structure the video game story, and prepare her for when it comes time to bring the product to market, that the word “no” really just means “refine.”

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Molly is using online dating to find her man. I advise her to think about online dating as a filter of “finding the one” instead of “searching through crowds.”

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Jane is ready for a change in her life but is not sure what step to take. I suggest some exercises to help her get back to her old self to find new joy.

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Molly wants to build her confidence at work. I have her look at it as less about "building confidence," which seems overwhelming and vague, and more about learning how to ask questions to feel empowered.

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Kelly wants to grow her business by attracting a new kind of client. I explain that she needs to develop an emotional connection with her future audience — “dress for the job you want, not the one you have.”

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Malcolm launched a business and now needs to clarify his vision and growth strategy. I explain that he can do that by simply relating to his audience.

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