MIDCONVO

Matthew Encina, a creative powerhouse known for his work at The Futur and his design studio Mod Musings, dives into the world of mentorship and productivity. He emphasizes the importance of curiosity and context for creative growth. From mastering creative pitches to navigating mental health in the spotlight of social media, Matthew offers invaluable insights. He also shares his journey from graphic design to launching innovative products, like the Encore keyboard, blending creativity with business savvy.

Discover the power of diversification in creative endeavors, as hosts discuss their current investments. They share insights on navigating freelance journeys, transitioning from content creation to consulting, and the importance of pricing models. Learn how to identify consulting opportunities that align with personal passions. Delve into product creation with a unique dual-function charger as a case study. The conversation rounds out with vital financial strategies for creatives, stressing the importance of personal finance education and smart investments for long-term stability.

You get an inquiry way below your normal rate, but you want to still make some money, how should you respond? In this episode, Paul and Ed share their personal experiences and advice on how to navigate this conversation. By the end of the episode you should feel more comfortable with handling low budget inquiries and even possibly turn them into high paying clients. Connect with us on Instagram Edward Lee: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/edwardleefilms/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Paul Weaver: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/paulwheatthins/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@midconvo⁠⁠

As a creative in any industry, you're often put in positions where it's easy to compare yourself to others. We're always trying to tap into our full potential and probably don't celebrate the wins enough. In this episode, Paul and Ed talk about why it's so important to celebrate your wins and remember that the only person you are playing against is yourself. Connect with us on Instagram Edward Lee: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/edwardleefilms/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Paul Weaver: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/paulwheatthins/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@midconvo⁠⁠

Do you get nervous when you have a call with a potential client for a photo or video project? In this short episode, we'll share five questions that all freelance creatives should ask their clients. The insights from this episode will help you better understand your clients and secure more projects as a freelancer. Ep 31 - Asking The Right Questions Spotify: https://bit.ly/3I3BSYL Apple Podcast: https://bit.ly/48idBJ7 Connect with us on Instagram Edward Lee: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/edwardleefilms/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Paul Weaver: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/paulwheatthins/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@midconvo⁠⁠

Are you feeling stressed or anxious about tax season? In this episode, we will share valuable lessons we have learned regarding tax preparation, tax strategy, and running a freelance photo/video business. Please note the advice provided in this episode is based on our personal experiences and should be discussed with a professional tax accountant before implementing. Give it a listen, and drop us a review here if you enjoyed this episode. Connect with us on Instagram Edward Lee: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/edwardleefilms/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Paul Weaver: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/paulwheatthins/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@midconvo⁠⁠

Reflecting on the year, setting goals, and organizing revenue streams. Balancing low effort and high effort content creation to avoid burnout. Tips for starting the new year right and prioritizing health. The importance of community and gratitude in business.

How hard is it to build a 7-figure YouTube channel? Justin Tse is a YouTuber, Traveler and Entrepreneur. Over the last decade, he's diversified into real estate, investments, and products. In this episode, we talk about the reality of running a successful tech channel, how he's managed to become a millionaire at the young age of 26, and the mindset you need to carry if you want to succeed. Follow Justin Tse: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/justin.tse/ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@JustinTse Connect with Paul & Ed: Edward Lee: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/edwardleefilms/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Paul Weaver: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/paulwheatthins/⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to our YouTube channel for behind the scenes: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@midconvo⁠⁠

Should you make the jump to full-time freelance? Should you quit your job to pursue your passion? In this episode, we talk about our own journeys of going full-time freelance as a photographer/videographer. We share insights on what we wish we knew back then and what you need to ask yourself if you are considering it. If you've been anxious about going all in, this episode is for you. Connect with us on Instagram Edward Lee: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/edwardleefilms/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Paul Weaver: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/paulwheatthins/⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@midconvo⁠⁠

Are you tired of getting ghosted and feeling like brands don't respect the amount of work you put in? In this episode, we dive into a few of the reasons why brands might be treating you this way and what you can do about it. We share insights on communication, branding, relationship building, and practical tips you can implement right after the episode. This is a no fluff, straight to the point conversation. Connect with us on Instagram Edward Lee: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/edwardleefilms/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Paul Weaver: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/paulwheatthins/⁠⁠ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@midconvo⁠⁠