Creative Pep Talk
Andy J. Pizza
A Weekly Podcast Companion for Your Creative JourneyTransform your creative potential into reality by making your creativity a practice. A “creative discipline” can feel like an oxymoron. Creativity is about doing something new. Discipline is about doing something consistently. The aim of this podcast is to help you strike that elusive balance. Each week, New York Times Bestselling Author Illustrator Andy J. Pizza shares everything he’s learning about building a thriving creative practice. Through solo episodes and interviews with top-tier creatives, Pizza brings you the strategies and stories that you need week in and week out to keep your inner critic at bay, bust through creative blocks and stay creatively pepped to the max!!Learn more: creativepeptalk.comCheck out the host: andyjpizza.com
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Jul 4, 2017 • 51min
140 - The Difference Between Hobby & Business(Part 4 of the Creative Destiny Series)
Learn about the importance of providing value in a creative business, the illusion of magical success, delivering consistent value, the power of a passionate fan base, and how to engage passionate customers and fans in the Creative Pep Talk podcast.
Jun 27, 2017 • 42min
139 - The Key to Making Authentic Work (Part 3 of the Creative Destiny Series)
Learn about creating authentic work and the psychology behind it. Discover the significance of infusing your true self into your creative endeavors and the power of authenticity. Explore the concept of core values and experiences that shape creative identity. Embrace your true self and leave behind societal expectations for a fulfilling life.
Jun 21, 2017 • 1h 8min
138 - How to Find Your Creative Superpower (Part 2 of the Creative Destiny Series)
Discover how to unleash your creative potential and find your creative superpower. Learn about the importance of stepping outside of your comfort zone and embracing your unique abilities. Explore the construct of time and its relationship to creativity. Listen to a casual conversation about pizza preferences and favorite Nickelodeon shows as kids.
Jun 14, 2017 • 47min
137 - How to Know if You're Going the Right Way (Part 1 of the Creative Destiny Series)
Importance of having a clear creative destiny and goal, finding one's unique gift, significance of quality feedback, recognizing when going the wrong way, embracing smallness and recognizing the epicness of life.
Jun 5, 2017 • 1h 7min
136 - Debbie Millman and The Questions You Need to Ask Yourself
Legendary designer Debbie Millman discusses personal branding, life planning, and the evolution of her podcast 'Design Matters'. They explore the power and evolution of branding, the joy of investigation, and the importance of declaring and pursuing a vision for the future.
May 30, 2017 • 55min
135 - How to Get Out of Creative Career Limbo
Explore the frustration of being stagnant in a creative career and the concept of a liminal space. Learn how to break free from creative career limbo by recognizing and overcoming obstacles. Discover the power of experimentation and imagine the future of sandwiches. Overcome the need for external validation and take control of your creative career. Take the assignment to take your first step in your creative work and share a photo.
May 23, 2017 • 1h 8min
134 - Illustrator Daniel Fishel's Top 5 Creative Career Lessons
Transitioning from freelance to in-house work, marketing strategies and personalized promotion, building relationships in the creative industry, a funny anecdote about being listed in Guinness World Records, dangers of online disconnection, expressing gratitude and teasing future episodes.
May 16, 2017 • 1h 2min
133 - The 3 Obstacles Blocking Your Creative Magic (and How To Move Through Them!)
The podcast explores the power of creativity and strategies for overcoming obstacles. It emphasizes the importance of generating ideas and finding joy in the creative process. The speaker shares personal experiences of overcoming self-doubt and explores the difference between fixed and growth mindsets. They also discuss the importance of embracing novelty in creative work.
May 9, 2017 • 1h 17min
132 - Lettering Legend Erik Marinovich
Lettering legend Erik Marinovich shares his creative journey from high school to becoming a top designer. He discusses the importance of starting in a humble job and understanding clients' needs. The challenges of relocating and the value of precision and trust in the creative process are also explored.
May 2, 2017 • 46min
131 - Find Your Roadmap
The podcast explores finding direction and gratitude for creatively talented individuals feeling lost in their careers. It shares a captivating story about a grandfather's adventurous road trip and the importance of updating your own roadmap for success. The hosts discuss understanding business models in the creative industry and finding your creative path by embracing new models and ideas.
