Wisdom by Design

It's that point in the season again! So, Kam & Jess decided it was time... to play a game AGAIN. Welcome to the second ever round of Random Question Bonanza, the episode where everything is made up and the points don't matter!! (If you get that reference, you win all the metaphorical points). Prepare yourself for today's lineup featuring being immortal, relationship deal breakers, thong sandal  hate, and much more!  

Buckle Down Dropouts, it's about to be a fun ride with the return of the bonanza!  

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Time Stamps: 

2:30 Cold open, chatting about their lives and their weeks! 

11:30 Kam wants me to write down his every word. Jess talks about the hustle mindset and how that robs you of rest.  

15:00 We have a new intro! The RQB is going to be a season tradition over here! 

17:00 If you could be immortal would you do it? 

21:20 If you came back in your next life as an animal, what animal would you be? 

24:00 What’s a relationship deal breaker for you? 

27:50 What’s your go-to guilty pleasure? (insert naked and afraid guy with alligator eyes) (insert Naruto running) 

37:45 What’s the story behind your best scar? 

42:30 What’s your most prized possession and why? 

46:10 Do you trust your own memory? 

51:00 What’s a lie you used to believe about cannabis that has now been debunked? 

1:00:00 If you could have any exotic animal as a pet, what would you have? 

1:01:00 What song always gets you on the dance floor? 

1:03:00 How do you define family now?

Social media is plagued with destructive fitness industries, diet culture, alarming amounts of photoshop and fatphobia that is affecting the minds of every individual who uses it.

Tayana Nelson of Good Bodies KC is done with that shit. This incredibly cool, no-nonsense Boudoir Photographer has created a community for like-minded humans who just want a chance to breathe in their own skin. Whether she is starting a 6 figure business during 2020, teaching photographer's in her industry how to create beautiful works of art for their clients WITHOUT changing them, or sharing memes of Thicken Nugget the dog... Tay is doing it with her whole heart.

Tune in this week for a dose of inspiration from everyone's favorite Boudoir Photographer!!

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Tay’s Links

Tay’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/goodbodieskc/

Tay’s Website: https://good-bodies.com/

Tay’s Coaching Business: https://tay-nelson.com/

Tay’s Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/goodbodiesvip

Time Stamps

4:00 Tay steps out and returns with some adorable doggies.

6:00 Tayanna talks about how she began photography in high school and discovered their hidden talent. And talks about their college experience and 9-5 job history.

11:20 Tay talks about how long they wanted to get out on their own, the depth of their hustle, and the hardships of navigating the tech world.

11:30 Tay talks about starting a six figure business in the middle of a global pandemic.

15:00 Tay talks about the monetary side of their business and how they approach people saying ‘I can’t afford your product/business’.

27:30 Kam asks about the struggles that come with starting your own business.

32:30 Kam and Tay talk about paying your employees/assistance/other roles fairly.

34:00 Jess talks about how toxic the photography industry was when she was starting out.

Tay mentions:

Terri Hoffaod @terihofford

Cheyenne Gil @chacharitual

40:00 Kam talks about raising prices and charging your worth.

46:00 Jess talks about her history of hustle!!! Turns out she’d be a a great Shark Tank guest.

55:00 Tay and Jess bond over their shared experience in terrible photography jobs.

1:04:00 Tay gets on a soap box on ethical responsibility in boudoir.

1:07:00 Jess asks about how Tay goes about privacy, sharing photos, and bullying and backlash from sharing larger bodies on the internet.

Tay mentions: https://www.instagram.com/fatgirlflow/

1:17:00 Everyone talks about how being genuine and turning away the wrong clients can help lead to bringing in the right clients.

1:21:00 Tay talks about ignoring people who aren’t paying, especially on the interwebs!

1:27:30 Tune in for Tay’s advice for a newbie!

To buy an Ad or to not buy an Ad.. that is the question.   

If you are a business owner, you have unfortunately been a part of the rat-race that is social media. Have you ever stopped to think about what part social media plays in our everyday lives? In this episode, Kam & Jess break down two documentaries on Netflix, The Social Dilemma and The Great Hack, and what it means to be a business owner in a world that uses our identities as a form of currency. We know what you are thinking, it does kinda sound like a conspiracy theory, but we aren't here to feed you bullshit. The reality is, we all have a moral responsibility when it comes to targeting our ideal clients.  

For entrepreneurs, cutting social media out completely just isn't an option anymore. So, how DO we drive traffic to our businesses and find new clients without the help of social media advertising? The answer is right under your nose. Put down the multi-level marketing pamphlet and plug in to this week's conversation ;) It's going to be a bumpy ride!  

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Time Stamps 

1:00 kam talks about how he’s relentlessly recruited by MLMs 

7:00 Non business coffee dates to take a break from reality and make deeper friendships 

9:50 Jessa intro 

11:00 Kam intros the documentaries that they’re talking about today, The Social Dilemma - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3FmX8SBIeco  and The Great Hack - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iX8GxLP1FHo 

12:30 Jessa talks about the massive amount of data that was being harvested and the way Cambridge Analytica used that data to market towards people 

17:00 Kam ponders how should we feel about the creators of social media and did they know what it was going to turn into and should they have taken more steps to stop it? 

19:00 They talk about how companies should have moral codes/ethics that they continually check in on. If you aren’t paying for something you’re the commodity! 

22:00 Algorithms and social media platforms hack our psychology and trigger certain feelings to hopefully move you towards a certain conclusion. 

27:30 Kam talks about how both of these documentaries didn’t give a lot of advice on how to move forward. And how to navigate socials without being dragged into the depths of despair. 

29:00 How do you compete with the big names as a small business? 

33:30 Jess wonders about where the line in the sand is between marketing and psychological warfare. Kam talks about being lost when it comes to marketing and how it guides his business.  

36:00 Kam and Jess talk about how ads didn’t work for them and they’re unsure if they ever will. So they talk about the importance of connection in making your business work. 

39:00 Jessa talks about social media and how important is in her life, opting out isn’t an option so how do we move forward? 

46:00 Stop being scared and make friends! 

50: Jessa begs for a deodorant sponsor and signs off.

Habits - a buzzword we all hear, but never really take a second chance to look at. We get out of bed, we work, we stress, we retire for the night and we repeat. What if we told you that you hold a very powerful tool that could change everything? You can't buy it and you sure as hell can't fake it.

That's what N'tima Preusser came to realize after years of vicious cycles within her own mental health and those around her. N'tima is a Holistic Wellness Coach, Personal Trainer and Mindset Specialist who has made it her goal to help women rebuild their habits from the floor up. It may seem like a simple fix, but trauma, diet culture and existing routines affect the way we move and exist. N'tima is breaking down the barriers, opening up the conversation and re-routing lives for the better. We are so very excited to share this much needed conversation with you.

Please share this episode with anyone in your life who could use a gentle pick-me-up

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N’tima’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/ntimapreusser/

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ntimapreusser?lang=en

Take N’timas Workshops and Balanced Being Blueprint: https://bio.site/YexPhC

Timestamps

3:00 Kam talks about the billion dollar industry created to make you feel shame, and how N’tima’s view is so refreshing.

6:00 Kam and N’tima talk about how your body listens to your brain’s messaging and acts accordingly.

11:00 Jess talks about who she was before she met N’tima, and how much her program helped her break out of these negative mindsets.

13:25 N’tima talks about how anxiety and depression often become comforting/stable things in our lives. And how our brains keep us safe by upholding our beliefs.

21:00 N’tima talks about how she started this program, and the how becoming an entrepreneur   makes you confront yourself and your own issues. She talks about how as she grows and learns she turns around to teach those things to her clients.

24:00 Kam preaches about therapy for everybody would help with a lot of problems. And the baggage he had to confront from being laid off.

26:00 N’tima talks about burnout, chasing chaos, and finding ways to ‘always be the hero’.

31:00 Kam talks about how trying to find community as a man, and how little it is valued among other men. N’tima talks about the community she has created with her program and essential they are for her.

38:00 N’tima talks about her life before this business got started, and her history of writing essays, and her book in 2017.

44:00 Kam talks about the women in his life effecting the world in very positive ways. And how the work N’tima is doing is impacting the world.

45:00 N’tima shares a touching message of hope and love.

If you were waiting for an episode where Jessa and Kam drop pure BARS, this is it! We hope you can keep up! In this episode Kam starts with a major hot take, some might call it hot take city, corporate america operates like all the well known pyramid schemes! Yes amway, herbalife, beauty counter, etc.! I guess you will just have to listen to find out all the details.   

Thank you for tuning in this week! Love you dropouts!  

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Time Stamps: 

00:40 Kam talks about how negative thoughts have been dictating who he is for so long.  Current read: Limitless (https://www.amazon.com/Limitless-Upgrade-Anything-Faster-Exceptional/dp/1401958230) 

4:30 KAM DROPS A BAR!  

8:00 JESSA DROPS A BAR! There is no such thing as motivation only discipline. 

11:20 Michael Scott clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lC5lsemxaJo 

13:00 Kam talks about the differences the current job situation to generation’s past.  

16:30 Jess and Kam talk about the effects of student loans on your whole life and how school doesn’t automatically set you up for success. 

19:00 Kam talks about not being valued at his salary job and the limits of salary jobs on productivity, time, and money. 

22:00 Kam talks about his experience in food service and minimum wage work and how that work impacts his current mindset. 

26:00 Jessa asks about how to build a team the right way. 

35:00 If you’re in the business of employing people you have to give a shit about people! 

39:00 They talk about pay structures and employer structures that can actually help and lift up employees. 

46:00 They talk about the strong need to do things differently to improve people’s lives. Kam talks about what he wants for his kid’s future. Jess talks about how the impact of burnout and how we could prevent that. 

48:00 Wrapping up and talking about how ‘That Damn Michael Che’ is a show you should watch. 

53:00 awkward silenceeeeeeeee

Story telling alone can move hearts and minds. Add bold, delightful illustrations to the mix and you have yourself a recipe that makes an impact.   In this episode of Wisdom by Design, Kam and Jess had the opportunity to catch up with a former high school classmate! Marco Cheatham is an Illustrator and Art Director based out of St. Louis, MO, whose illustrations embody the intricate and colorful moments of life. Marco has crafted his dream career by being himself every step of the way, all while embracing every learning moment. If you ask us, we are pretty big fans!!  

Tune in this week to hear this talented self-starter tell us all about his mindset, goals and the opportunities he didn't skip out on. This is an episode you won't want to miss!!!  

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Time Stamps: 

6:45 Marco personal intro: illustrator, animator, art director for the past 6-7 years. Based in St. Louis! Has been a freelancer for the past few years. Went to school for graphic design but found love in motion design! 

9:00 Marco talks about going out on his own as a freelancer. 

14:00 Kam talks about Millennials being brave enough to try out different ways of life. 

20:00 Basketball picture that Marco references: https://www.instagram.com/p/CLNzKV7nSLm/ 

26:00 Marco talks about how investing in your brand early is so important for longevity. 

33:30 Jessa asks about the need for community and the lack of real, honest spaces.  

40:00 Kam talks about his current read (Limitless by: Jim Kwik - https://www.amazon.com/Limitless-Upgrade-Anything-Faster-Exceptional/dp/1401958230) and the abundant mindset that helps with staying positive. 

45:00 Jessa says you have to be careful with what you think because your brain is always listening.

51:00 Kam talks about how he studied other creators to learn all of his design skills. 

55:00 How does Marco handle criticism and rejection? He talks about how not everyone has to like you and the work you do. 

1:02:00 Mention J. Cole Off Season Doc: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=135bv6GhD2M&ab_channel=J.Cole 

Marco’s Links: 

IG: @marco.cheats 

School of motion tutorial: https://www.instagram.com/p/COxo0vdN79y/?hl=en

marcocheatham.com

What do you get when you mix insane graphic art, a mellow personality and a rad mustache together? The Jesse Nyberg. Jesse is a Visual Designer based out of LA whose talent precedes him. You can find him interviewing some of our industries top leaders, offering up digestible business advice for creatives or building branding for clients that puts them above the competition. If you want to know more about the life of a visual artist, this is the episode for you!

We promise to only mention his mustache once. maybe that was twice.

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Timestamps:

1:30 Jesse talks about his own podcast setup.

7:30 Having quality equipment is so important for being a creative.

15:00 Talk about their inspirations and the different levels of designers represented online at the moment.

16:40 Jesse talks about his college experience, outside of the typical ‘art school’ experience.

19:30 Jesse talks about how hard it is to get a full time design gig without the degree.

32:00 Jesse is on his way to becoming a freelancer.

37:00 Networking is so important.

42:00 They all talk about their social media woes.

47:00 Jessa asks about how to approach friends trying to work with you and the boundaries needed to keep the peace while working with people you know.

54:00 Jessa and Jesse discuss their goofy design projects from the past.

1:01:00 Kameron talks about the wrath of the algorithm,

1:07:00 Listen to Jesse’s podcast!!!!

youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCON_D83JvdS-AQ6ihiXELpw

IG: permanentglue

1:10:00 Jessa asks about the now iconic ‘stache’

1:11:00 Advice for the budding artist: listen in to find out!

Want to know what it's like stepping into freelancing full time? In this episode, we lay out the pros and cons of running your own business from home!   

We will be giving you the ups and downs of what it's like to be your own boss and what you can expect from a freelancer's pay check! It's not always sunshine and rainbows but it's sure as hell worth it to have the freedom we do now.   

If you are a Designer, Photographer, Artist or Creative looking to make your passion a full-time reality, you won't want to miss this episode!! From juggling the workload to not selling your kids on ebay after a hard day. We cover it all and we are excited to share it with you. Grab your cup of coffee, sit down and try not to spit it out 😉   

You can do it too, Future Dropout!  

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Time Stamps: 

2:00 Kam talks about his trip to Missouri 

3:52 Jessa talks about her current workload 

7:00 Today Kam and Jessa are talking about the life of being a freelancers and at the ups and downs 

8:30 Kam talks about the transition from the corporate world to freelancing.  

11:36 Jessa talks about her life in the food service industry, physically demanding, labour filled jobs while also managing school.  

14:00 Jessa talks about how tough it is to not have anywhere to go everyday, and losing that routine you get from a typical job. 

17:00 Kam talks about how in freelancing you really can’t ever clock out.  

21:00 Jessa talks about combining being a stay at home mom and business order is multiple full time jobs all stacked on top of each other. 

22:45 Work life balance doesn’t exist!! 

24:20 Jessa talks about the chance she took to finally take her businesses on full time. 

28:00 They share some advice for budding freelancers!  

30:00 Creating systems in your home and office and business life.  

34:00 Creating boundaries! Jessa talks about how important it is to not allow yourself to be constantly available to everyone. Shoutout Sara (@99&SaintClare) 

39:00 Jessa talks about over communicating with clients can be time sucking.  

41:00 BUILD YOUR TEAM! These friends and partners end up being your freelance coworkers. Kam plugs Discovery’s Hit TV Show ‘Undercover Billionaire’ that he’s currently obsessed with.  

44:00 As a freelancer you have to build your community because we aren’t solo creatures! Set up groups with other creatives!

"Art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable" Leila Mae, also known as LMTWEET" on Instagram, has shit to say: Artist, Comedian, Visual Activist. Her personality literally shines through every video and post she makes. She is uplifting and honest about the behind the scenes of her craft. She does everything by hand; the painting, printing, order taking and shipping, all while finding time to create pieces of art that are freezing the chaos in the world around us today for all to see for years to come.    

A play on pixels, vibrant colors, typography, social activism, layers, you name it, she has it.

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Time Stamps:

2:26 Leila’s personal intro: She just graduated college, 23 years old, full time artist

6:10 Leila says her parents told her that most people don’t do what they go to college for so you might as well study something you like.

7:40 Kam talks about how what you do in college doesn’t transfer to real world application.

11:20 What is a zine? The one rule about zines is their are no rules!

15:00 Leila talks about her art style, analyzing typography and colors and their meanings. How taking design classes and combining social activism all combined to create her art style. And how those design classes informed her art style.

19:12 An artist’s support starts with family and friends but social media allows you to reach out to a larger audience. Leila says: “I’ve always made my work because I felt like I needed it”

21:00 Leila speaks about her inspirations: Going to Art Basel, The MOMA, always consuming art whenever she could. She cites Glenn Ligon (a black, queer artist who focuses on typography) as a major inspiration.

26:22 We ask how does creating and mental health intersect? Leila wants to work more when she’s upset and less when she’s happy.

29:00 We ask how was it taking art from a hobby to a business? Leila doesn’t sell her paintings so she has to find other ways to create an income, so more time has to go where she can make money, and social media has a big impact on her ability to make money.

34:10 We ask How does being a content creator impact your work? Tiktok mutuals have helped her navigate creating content. Tiktok doesn’t have to be so professional and they can really be insights into your life. She suggest you film everything you do. Not just ‘picture perfect’ parts of your life.

40:45 We talk about how to be an artist you have to create your own style and that can cause us to feel alone. Reaching out to others is so important to build the necessary community.

47:40 Leila explains the origins of her username, about some of her product profits being dontated to various non profits, and where you can find her!

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/lmtweet32

Website: https://www.lmtweet.com/home

What’s Up, Dropouts! After a much-needed break, Kam & Jess are back with Season 2.

Creatives need their space to build and dream... but what happens when we never reach outside our own personal bubble? Humans have been wired for connection since the dawn of time. Community is a critical part of our being and unless you work for an agency, being self-employed can make it easier to hide away.

Although quiet time is crucial for the creative process, we were never meant to be completely alone, even when working for ourselves. This week on Episode 1 of Wisdom by Design, we give you a glimpse of what’s it’s like to be the only one in the office and how building a community around your business can level up your confidence, plans and mental health. Don’t let that socialization scare you away!! Being around like-minded individuals is a medicine all on its own.

Are you ready to discover the ancient art of building your own tribe? Tune in!

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