The Professional Creative

In this episode I'm sharing my top takeaways from the 2023 Convertkit Craft + Commerce conference and highlighting the importance of focusing on doing only what you can do in your zone of genius. Tune in for my tips on the preparation process and the key mindset shift I embraced as I delivered my speech.

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https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/62

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In this episode, I'm coming to you fresh off the plane from Boise, Idaho where I was a speaker at the Craft and Commerce conference held by Convertkit. As a seasoned traveler, I'll be sharing 6 tips for traveling well (especially as a homebody), plus my takeaways as a keynote speaker at the conference. Join me as we explore how to travel like a pro, with plenty of tips, tricks, and thoughtful insights to help you along the way.

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https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/61

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▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com

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In this thought-provoking episode of the Professional Creative Podcast, Bonnie Christine dives into an impactful conversation about money, creativity, and the common fear of success that many entrepreneurs face. Drawing from a recent conversation with a fellow entrepreneur, she shares meaningful insights and mindset shifts around money and success in the creative industry.

As creatives, it can be easy to get caught up in the "doing phase" of our work and neglect self-care—but it's crucial to prioritize our well-being by recognizing warning signs and implementing strategies to prevent burnout. In this episode, we're talking all about burnout and ways to prevent it plus my non-negotiable daily habits that help me stay on track. So if you're feeling overwhelmed or uninspired, take a listen to this episode and learn how to avoid burnout and create a sustainable creative business.

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https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/59

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[00:00:00] Entrepreneurship equals freedom, creativity, and success. [00:04:56] Sleep, workout, dinner: daily priorities. [00:07:08] "Self-care and boundaries key for productivity" [00:13:20] Identify unique warning signs, set boundaries, self-care. [00:14:28] 5 non-negotiables prevent burnout, delegate, accountability.

Connect with Bonnie:

▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com

▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine

▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income

▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

Have you been chasing the perfect balance between work and life? When you love what you do, it can be hard to find. In this episode, we'll explore the idea of balance andthe importance and interplay of the three pivotal phases of creativity—inspiration, creation, and rejuvenation. I break down these phases, sharing my personal experiences and tips on how to smoothly transition between them, harnessing their power to drive your creative journey forward.

We delve into recognizing the phase you're currently in, and how to shift gears when necessary to foster resilience and maintain a constant creative rhythm. Then tune in for next episode 59 when I dive deeper into the topic of burnout.

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https://www.professionalcreative.com/58

In this episode, we take a deep dive into transitioning from a solopreneur to focusing on tasks that are truly within your zone of genius. We'll explore the importance of working within this zone and how it can increase productivity and business growth. I'll share practical tips on identifying tasks for delegation and discuss effective hiring practices. We'll also take you through our three-phase hiring process. The goal of this episode is to equip you with the knowledge you need to confidently embark on your own hiring journey. Don't forget to download our free Task Tending worksheet from the show notes—it's a valuable resource to help you identify tasks that can be delegated or outsourced.

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https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/57

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Connect with Bonnie:

▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com

▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine

▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income

▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

In this episode, I'm sharing how to build a consistent brand voice guide that will set you up for success. Like me, you may fear handing over my brand to someone else while finding yourself inundated with emails—but creating a brand voice guide is a game-changing solution that ensures consistency across all communication channels with clear guidelines for team members. So if you're looking to build your brand and create a unified experience for your clients or customers, then join me on this episode. I'll also be providing you with a free downloadable workbook to create your own voice guide.

📒 Episode Notes & Free Guide 📒

https://www.professionalcreative.com/56

On this episode of The Professional Creative, I want to share my insights into how to overcome procrastination and reach success in your creative business. We've all experienced procrastination at some point, and it can be a real roadblock to achieving our goals—but the good news is that we can overcome it with the right mindset and strategies. In this episode, I'll share some affirmations, tips, and techniques that have worked for me and other successful creatives.

In this episode, I'll share all the challenges I faced and the lessons I learned when I completed a 75-day challenge. In this challenge, my goal was to prioritize my health and body, create specific habits, and break old ones.Throughout the episode, I'll be sharing the most significant habits I've gained and the ones that I've let go of. I hope that through this experience, you'll be encouraged to create your own habits to achieve your personal and business goals.

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Join me from Utah alongside my husband, David as we celebrate 15 years of marriage and 20 together. We'll share our personal experiences and the valuable lessons we've learned in maintaining a healthy relationship while raising our two children. Alongside this, we'll explore the fascinating Enneagram personality system, the practices we follow in our own marriage, and practical advice to help you build lasting bonds with your significant other. You'll also hear David's insights as he answers listener questions towards the end of the episode.

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https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/53

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Connect with Bonnie:

▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com

▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine

▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income

▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide