The Creative Train Podcast

This episode was inspired by a conversation about professional hockey! 

Within any group of similarly-focused or job oriented people, there will always be those who stand out as being perhaps more naturally gifted. It can be frustrating for the folks in the middle/lower ranks to feel satisfied or accomplished in the shadows of those "top line" players. 

So how do they raise themselves up and become the contributors, leaders and earn the accolades and respect they come to achieve? 

Mindset. It takes a lot of work, but to achieve high end results you need an elite mindset toward everything you do. 

So, you're a teacher, coach, mentor, instructor; whatever you call your gig you are responsible for delivering digestible information to paying students, customers and clients. 

Is it your responsibility to hold them accountable?

I say, YES ! Trust me, they want it!

There is a risk/reward in all such relationships- this is my take on how to foster mutually beneficial business  relationships and even friendships along the way. 

In this episode I'm digging into a few things from my own experience as a working artist that you have to be prepared for if you wish to make your hobby a functioning business. It's not an easy road to travel but you can do it with the right mindset, attitude and preparedness.  

This is something I am very passionate about, which explains why this episode is 3X longer than most others so far!

Here, I am exploring how different teaching styles impact students retention, ability and engagement. 

It's all true to my own experience except for a few anecdotal comments, hop on board and join the discussion!

Inspired by a very unexpected topic of conversation, my mind kicked into "scripting gear" and conjured up this episode about self-care for the artist. The artist's lifestyle has it's highs and lows as does every other one, but when we are trying to make our way in this world as creatives, the likelihood of self doubt and imposter syndrome are that much higher.

Listen in for a bit of my recent experience facing self care definition and explanation but also how to do it almost unconsciously in a moment-to-moment exercise of mindfulness.  

In this episode I'm digging in to three important aspects about how we conduct ourselves as creatives in social and virtual situations; these are how we present ourselves to the world as artists in person, on social media and our own self perception. 

Everyone has had to endure some of these things to a degree and everyone has probably done these things as well.

We're going to take a look at those folks who are boastful, who are fragile and those who are stuck in the dreaded imposter syndrome and use some interesting insights about psychology and body language to better understand others and ourselves. 

In this episode I'm taking a look at the importance of creativity in our lives, or in some cases, the non-importance of creativity. 

Many creatives grow to actually need their creative time the longer they stay committed to it. And this goes beyond wanting to feature at a gallery or open a restaurant as head chef; it goes to the role creativity plays in your day-to-day life and how those subtle creative energies bring us balance and self-discovery like other things just cannot do. 

Have a listen, let me know what you think!

Hi there! The main "version" of this episode is residing on my You Tube channel, which you can search for as resound7. This is the original audio from that video. 

I was requested to put a face to the voice; I do have plenty of other stuff on my You Tube channel, not just these podcasts, so if you're into studio audio stuff, original music, some "commentary" episodes and poetry, have a look over there! 

In this, my 10th episode, I get into something very personal about what started out as a beautiful and productive relationship, but gradually turned toxic. It could have been interpersonal jealousies, possessiveness, or that dreaded master/servant, or alpha/beta aspect of virtually all relationships, but whatever made that seed of derision start to grow, it grew, and there seemed to be nothing for me to do but try to learn to cope.

Sometimes it is not so simple as to just "end" a relationship; it could be because or contractual or business agreements or it could be that there is a family dynamic to consider, in my case I ended up diminishing myself and my role and ended up losing my definition of self as a person and as a creator. 

Have a listen and let's start a conversation if you find yourself in a similar situation. I cannot offer a simple solution but maybe you might feel a little less alone if you can relate to my experience. 

Welcome to episode nine of the Creative Train podcast. In this episode, we introduce the concept of "vibe value"—the intrinsic worth of art beyond its financial aspect. We explore how art enriches environments and connects with audiences on an emotional level.

We delve into the emotional journey of creators, the highs and lows of producing art, and the impact of criticism. Through personal anecdotes and teaching experiences, we emphasize the importance of originality and the unique perspectives that each artist brings to the world.

Additionally, we discuss the responsibility of creators to bring positive value into society, contrasting this with the negative impact of glorifying harmful behaviors in art. We encourage artists to offer their best intentions in their work, fostering meaningful and uplifting connections with their audience.

Tune in for an inspiring discussion on the value of art, the role of creators, and the importance of creating with intention. Get ready to embrace your unique voice and make a lasting impact through your art!