Where Are All My Friends | Discovering Creative Careers with Inspiring Entrepreneurs

In this episode, we chat with artist and designer Hanna Schönwald about her journey to becoming a successful artist. Hanna shares how she found her artistic style and built a foundation for her work. In addition, she shares the story of how she took a risk to work with Porsche, and the business of being an artist. Finally, Hanna talks about where her work is headed, and why she believes there is no right path in pursuing your dreams.

If you like this episode, do us a massive favor and share it with a friend!

Chapters:  

Hanna Schönwald:

Instagram: @hannaschoenwald

Website: hannaschoenwald.com

Andrew Cramb:

Instagram: @andrew_ftw

Everything Else: linktr.ee/whereareallmyfriends

Produced & Edited by - Deanna Elise:

Instagram: @deannaelxse

Website: deannaelxse.com

Where Are All My Friends Podcast:

Website: whereareallmyfriends.com

Subscribe: HERE

Patreon: patreon.com/whereareallmyfriends

In this episode, we explore the journey of Sarah Lassek, a successful entrepreneur, executive, and businesswoman.

From giving up a high-paying job to switching careers, earning her stripes in fashion, building and running massive teams, starting her own business, becoming an executive at TOMS, Adidas, and Omaze, Sarah shares her insights and experiences through it all.

Outside of work, we also talk about her desire to grow as a person, the value of understanding culture, and what she's doing now in her pursuit of fulfilling her purpose. 

Hope this one inspires you as much as it did me! If it does, do us a massive favor and share it with another friend who would like it!

Timestamps:

1:09 - Who is Sarah Lassek

2:07 - Where It All Started

5:03 - Settling For the High Paying Job

8:46 - Switching Careers at 28

16:30 - Earning Her Stripes in Fashion

23:40 - Building a Team

33:26 - The Desire to Grow

35:45 - Starting Her Own Business

41:04 - Becoming an Executive at TOMS

52:05 - Being At the Top & What It Means

56:27 - Fulfilling Her Purpose

1:00:38 - Working at Omaze

1:03:30 - The Value in Understanding Culture

1:05:59 - What Sarah's Doing Now

Sarah Lassek:

Instagram: @sllassek

Andrew Cramb:

Instagram: @andrew_ftw

Everything Else: linktr.ee/whereareallmyfriends

Produced & Edited by - Deanna Elise:

Instagram: @deannaelxse

Website: www.deannaelxse.com

Where Are All My Friends Podcast:

Website: www.whereareallmyfriends.com

Subscribe: HERE

Patreon: www.patreon.com/whereareallmyfriends

This episode is a little different from the others. I had a thought that I was inspired by and wanted to share it in a short episode. 

The main idea being - by taking pride in your work and owning your passions, you'll find the drive to master your craft and succeed. Find something you love and be unapologetically proud of it, even if it's just a hobby or side interest. By doing so, you'll attract the right people and have the fuel to keep improving and growing.

If this episode helps you or you think it would help someone you know, please share it! 

Andrew Cramb: 

Instagram: @andrew_ftw

Everything Else: https://linktr.ee/whereareallmyfriends

Produced & Edited by - Deanna Elise:

Instagram: @deannaelxse

Website: deannaelxse.com

Where Are All My Friends Podcast:

Website: whereareallmyfriends.com

Subscribe: HERE

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whereareallmyfriends

Adam Christgau is a multi-talented artist who has made a name for himself in the music industry and beyond. Adam has a rad unique career where he comes from a world of playing drums with an array of incredible artists including, Weezer, Miley Cyrus, Tegan And Sara, Sia, and many others, to then building his very own high end furniture business. 

Adam shares a behind-the-scenes look at his career as he breaks down his journey in the music industry. He shares stories about touring life and what it takes to grow in the music industry. He also discusses his work in film and TV and opens up about his love for woodwork and how he balances his passions for music and furniture design. He talks about the importance of learning how to run a business and shares his tips for success.  Hope you find this one as valuable as I did! If you do, do us a massive favor and share it!

Chapters: 

1:25 - Meeting Adam

7:12 - Touring with Tegan and Sara

8:43 - How it All Started

19:49 - Touring Life

29:28 - Breaking Down Growing in The Music Industry

31:34 - Working in Film & TV

32:55 - His Love for Wood Work

45:35 - Balancing Music and Furniture Design

47:59 - Learning How to Run a Business

Adam Christgau

Instagram: @adamchristgau

Website: www.adamchristgau.com

Christgau Design

Instagram: @christgaudesign

Andrew Cramb:

Instagram: @andrew_ftw

Everything Else: https://linktr.ee/whereareallmyfriends

Produced & Edited by - Deanna Elise:

Instagram: @deannaelxse

Website: https://www.deannaelxse.com

Where Are All My Friends Podcast:

Website: https://www.whereareallmyfriends.com

Subscribe: HERE

Patreon: HERE

In this episode Joe DiSanto shares his expertise on treating personal finance like a business, the importance of education and his website, PlayLouder.com. He delves into real estate, investing in yourself and digital assets, and the exciting potential of NFTs and the future. Truly hope this episode helps you take control of your finances and make your money work for you! If it does, do us a massive favor and share it with a friend.

Timestamps:

01:12 - Who is Joe DiSanto

9:26 - How to Become Financially Independent

18:11 - Treat Personal Finance Like A Business

21:13 - Get Educated & Play Louder

26:32- Real Estate Syndication

34:16 - Investing in Yourself & Digital Assets

40:43 - NFTs & The Future

Joe DiSanto:

Twitter: @PlayLouder

Website: www.playlouder.com

Andrew Cramb:

Instagram: @andrew_ftw

Everything Else: linktr.ee/whereareallmyfriends

Produced & Edited by - Deanna Elise:

Instagram: @deannaelxse

Website: www.deannaelxse.com

Where Are All My Friends Podcast:

Website: www.whereareallmyfriends.com

Subscribe: HERE

Patreon: HERE

Beth Saravo is a unique breed of creator that inspires me beyond belief. She’s had a ton of success as a music and lifestyle photographer, and has an incredible ability to capture perfect human moments in any format.

In this episode we discuss what it takes to be a successful creator in any format and how to grow and continue to push boundaries and evolve in your career. We also talk about understanding and defining what success means to you, along with leaning into being the odd one out and the advantages that can have.

Truly hope this one helps and inspires everyone who listens. If it does, share it with a friend <3

Timestamps:

1:39 - Intro

5:03 - Beth's Title

10:18 - Shifting From a Jealous Mindset

13:34 - College and The Evolution of Her Photography

19:44 - Building a Network

23:29 - It's MORE Than Hard Work

30:30 - Things Get Better

34:32 - Working During Covid

41:13 - Checking In With Yourself

44:36 - How to Build a Team

Beth Saravo:

Instagram: @baeth

Twitter: @instabaeth

Website: www.bethsaravo.com

Andrew Cramb:

Instagram: @andrew_ftw

Everything Else: linktr.ee/whereareallmyfriends

Produced & Edited by - Deanna Elise:

Instagram: @deannaelxse

Website: www.deannaelxse.com

Where Are All My Friends Podcast:

Website: www.whereareallmyfriends.com

Subscribe: HERE

Patreon: HERE

How do you know if and when it's time to make a career pivot or big life change? My dear friend Babs Szabo joins me this week to discuss that exact topic. 

Babs had a remarkably successful career in music as a co-founder of Emo Nite & Ride or Cry, then ultimately decided to fully change it up and make a big life change in search of more happiness and fulfillment.

Both her and I have had similar experiences and know how scary it can be, so we wanted to share some of what we learned to try to help anyone else out there who may be feeling the same way.

Timestamps:

0:21 - Intro with Babs

07:16 - The Thought Process Behind the Switch

16:07 - Fearing the Unknown

19:52 - What Everyone Else Is Thinking

21:17 - Knowing When It's Time

25:12 - Knowing Your Values

31:10 - Stacking Good Habits

43:43 - NOT Setting Goals

50:13 - Do What Fulfills You

Babs:

Instagram: @babsszabo

TikTok: @bellpepperqueen

Andrew Cramb:

Instagram: @andrew_ftw

Everything Else: https://linktr.ee/whereareallmyfriends

Produced & Edited by - Deanna Elise:

Instagram: @deannaelxse

Website: www.deannaelxse.com

Where Are All My Friends Podcast:

Website: www.whereareallmyfriends.com

Subscribe: HERE

Patreon: HERE

I'm taking December off to record some more episodes and do some much needed podcast updates! Expect WAAMF back at the top of the year better than ever.

In the meantime, I would love to hear from you to know what guests you want to hear from, what topics you want me to dig into more, and any other ideas and suggestions you have!

Andrew Cramb: @andrew_ftw

Produced & Edited by - Deanna Elise: @deannaelxse

Where Are All My Friends Podcast:

Website: HERE

Subscribe: HERE

Patreon: HERE

The first ever Ellise podcast is here! I'm so impressed by Ellise's story. She started her musical career at an extremely young age and ever since has had a laser focused vision of her goals as an artist. In this episode she shares her entire story up until now along with her mindset that has helped her throughout the entire journey as well as her views on keeping her artistic integrity at a time where so many values are thrown away just for viral songs.

If you like this one, do us a massive favor and share it online or with a friend. 

Timestamps:  

1:25 - Knowing Music Was the Dream

5:25 - Leaving High School to Pursue Music

9:43 - Experiencing the Dark Side of The Industry

17:36 - How Her Music Evolved

21:19 - "Labels Don't Have Power Anymore"

22:27 - The Moment That Changed Everything

27:17 - Partying is Necessary

29:29 - Thought Process & Creating a Team

32:49 - TikTok Destroying the Music Industry

37:41 -  Chasing Dreams vs Chasing Likes

43:01 - Advice for Her Past Self

Ellise:

Spotify: HERE

Instagram: @ellise

TikTok: @ellise

Andrew Cramb:

Instagram: @andrew_ftw

Everything Else: HERE

Produced & Edited by - Deanna Elise:

Instagram: @deannaelxse

Website: HERE

Where Are All My Friends Podcast:

Website: HERE

Subscribe: HERE

Patreon: HERE