Jan 14
538 - Find Your Point of View, Story Insights, and Artist / Audience Dynamics with Mac Barnett & Jon Klassen
Have you ever heard someone say that making creative work is about having a “point of view”? It sounds right, but what does it mean and how do you find yours? I can’t think of any creatives that have a more compelling sense of their “point of view” than my guests today. Author Ma ... Show More
1h 53m
May 2025
3 Easy Content Creation Ideas for Musicians: Never Run Out of Social Media Ideas Again!
Send me a text messageEver feel stuck wondering, "What should I post today?" You're not alone! In this short, empowering episode, Bob Baker reveals the simple yet powerful "3 E's" of content creation for musicians. You'll discover how to easily come up with compelling ideas your ... Show More
9m 16s
Jul 2025
Why That Worked #28: John Mark McMillan—How to Make Promotion a Part of the Creative Process
<p>Exciting news, Hero Makers! We're sharing a new episode of <em>Why That Worked – Presented by StoryBrand.AI,</em> with Donald Miller back in the host seat. This new show uncovers why certain ideas, brands, and strategies succeed—so you can think differently and apply those ins ... Show More
45m 8s
Oct 7
Fiverr Replacing Graphic Designers with AI and WHY Real Design Still Wins!
<p>Fiverr just fired 30% of its staff and announced it’s becoming an “AI-first company.” On paper, it sounds innovative. In reality, it’s poetic justice. The platform that devalued design and turned creativity into a $5 commodity just found a faster, cheaper replacement of its ow ... Show More
36m 40s
Nov 10
Episode 793: BBD Live Keynote Speaker Series: Unmasking Your False Personas and Stepping into True Authentic Magnetism in Your Brand with Alex Paulos
Is magnetism a quality that you're born with, or can it be learned? Why is it that there are some people that seem to be magnetic, relatable, and truly authentic, so that when they show up on camera, create videos, or content on the Internet, no matter what it is they say, they d ... Show More
50 m
How many people do you need to connect with to financially make or break your creative career?
1? 10? 100? 1000?
In this episode we explore how you can figure out what it is that you're selling, so that trying to keep the lights on doesn't take all your creative energy.
Part 2/4 of the Journey of the True Fan Series.
Part 1 is episode 473 of Creative Pep ... Show More
<p>Graphic designers are taught to <em>create</em>, not <em>sell</em>—and that’s exactly why so many talented designers stay broke. The harsh reality? <b>Talent alone won’t make you successful.</b></p><p>The industry is full of insanely skilled designers who struggle to make ends ... Show More
