Creator Conversations with Ev Chapman

About a week ago I received my first DM here on Racket from a guy named Jake. A week later we're recording a Racket together. Jake is fast becoming one of my favourite creators here on Racket. Find out why Jake considers himself a writer who talks and why finding your creative medium where you can show up every day is so important. And be sure to follow Jake on Racket and on Twitter to hear more from him.

A transformative journey into writing unfolds with discussions about daily habits and the power of community. The impact of the pandemic reshapes creative pursuits, prompting new projects and reflections. Insights into navigating long-form writing emerge, balancing discipline with inspiration. As social activities return, listeners learn how to maintain their writing momentum. Follow for more engaging discussions filled with personal stories and wisdom.

Today I'm talking to Andrew Choi. Andrew has an amazing story of how he went from 0 followers in the last 6 months to grow his Twitter following to now over 1000 through genuine, real connections. After reading someone say that they had found some of the most genuine connections on Twitter he realised that was not his experience and set about to create a new account that would be uplifting and find the best parts of Twitter - not the worst. To see the magic happen, go follow Andrew over on Twitter. If you enjoyed these conversations consider subscribing to hear more conversations with creators every week.

How does one go from writing a blog about IT Leadership to writing about mindset and stoicism? That's exactly Michael McGill's creator journey since getting back into creating at the end of last year. We talk about how stoicism can help creators be more resilient as they endeavour to share their work with the world. It was a fascinating conversation. You can hear more from Michael by following him on Twitter. And if you like this episode consider subscribing to hear more of these conversations weekly.

Gabby is a psychotherapist based in the UK and started her creator journey as a result of feeling a bit stuck. As a new business owner and solopreneur, she was clueless about how to use social media. She joined ship30for30 and started writing online every day (and has now been creating for over 80 days). This has led her to build an audience and take what she is writing about and turn it into a community where she can help people become aware of the hard shells we build up to protect ourselves in life. You can read more of Gabby's work by following her on Twitter. If you liked this episode, consider subscribing as I bring you quick 10-minute creator conversations every week.

This week’s guest, Craig Lamar, is a 70-year-old visionary on a remarkable creator journey. He’s embracing creativity with a 25-year plan and an ‘I Am A Creator Box’ filled with over 250 inspirational index cards. Craig emphasizes the power of daily meditation and reflection to ignite creativity. He also explores different note-taking strategies, sharing insights on balancing analog and digital methods to nurture creative ideas. His story is a testament to the belief that it's never too late to become a creator.

The conversation dives into the power of creative experiments, highlighting Wes Jones's journey of designing 100 logos in 100 days. They explore the intriguing challenge of balancing commitment and flexibility in creative routines. The discussion also covers the allure of streaks and the importance of self-awareness in recognizing when to take breaks. It's a fascinating look at how manageable goals can drive productivity while encouraging a journey of self-discovery.

I'm talking with Ce Now in this episode who I first met when I joined ship 30 for 30. We connected on so many similar ideas from taking creative action, to stopping mindless consumption, to coming with a playfulness to our creativity and lives. She has been on a journey for the last couple of years to rediscover her creativity and it was throughout COVID she started to give herself permission to step out of the busy-ness and make time and space to create. But no matter what she tried there was always more planning than there was doing. Through participating in ship30 she discovered that even a few days of consistently doing and creating can wipe out years of passive planning. Planning to be creative doesn't make us more creative, only being creative makes us more creative. The act of publishing content and producing puts you in a different mindset. It stops mindless scrolling in it's tracks and you no longer are building a shrine to your notes. Those notes become a conduit for what you are creating. Be sure to go over and follow her on Twitter for some amazing insights on creativity and follow her journey as she continues to explore creativity in her life and work.

In this episode, I'm delighted to have my good friend Jeremy Ginn with me. You know those people who you just find an instant connection with? Jeremy is one of those people for me. We first connected through our ship30 family on Twitter and by the time we jumped on a zoom call we felt like we had known each other for years! There's a familiarity and an easiness and when you find people like that you just want to hang around them! Less than a decade ago, Jeremy was weeks away from divorce when four conversations changed the trajectory of his life. And those conversations are the very reasons he shows up today creating space for people to feel safe & celebrated and to discover their purpose. Jeremy is launching his brand new podcast called Relationship Renewed where he'll be interviewing some amazing guests and sharing stories of people who have overcome some of the toughest situations. Make sure you go over and follow Jeremy on Twitter for your daily dose of inspiration, encouragement, and joy.

In this engaging conversation, Kim Pinelli, a Notion consultant and content creator, shares her insights on balancing creativity and professional ambitions. She discusses the difference between being a full-time creator versus using content to support other goals. Kim emphasizes the importance of prioritizing one's 'why' to avoid distractions. Her advice for aspiring creators? Build connections and have genuine conversations to enrich your journey. Authenticity and enjoyment in the creative process are key themes, highlighting the value of community in growth.