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Mar 2025
56m 23s

Embrace Change, Evolve! | How to Stay Ah...

Graphic Designers Nick Longo and Mikelle Morrison
About this episode

The creative industry is constantly evolving—are you keeping up? In this episode, we sit down with Jessica Deseo to talk about the power of embracing change, pivoting when necessary, and continuously evolving as a creative professional.

We’ll dive into:
✅ How to adapt to industry shifts without fear
✅ Overcoming imposter syndrome when stepping into something new
✅ The key skills every creative needs to stay relevant
✅ How to future-proof your career in an ever-changing landscape

If you’ve ever felt stuck or unsure of your next move, this episode is packed with insights to help you embrace change and take your career to the next level!

🎧 Listen now and start evolving!

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