For season 3 of The Type A Creative, we are creating a creative mixtape and we want you, the listener, on the show! Are you a writer, poet, singer/songwriter, a podcaster, a playwright, or a visual artist? We want to interview you about your art &amp; feature your art!   Our theme for the season comes from the Dandelion card of the Fleurot deck and is all about mystery, subconscious, dreams, and illusion. Some ideas that come to mind on this topic include, learning in the darkness of night, truths that you weren’t aware of that were inside of you, exploring the shadow side of certain feelings, and universal feelings as a part of the human experience. What do these thoughts and ideas spark inside of you? Do you have existing art that fits into one of these ideas? We want you to submit your work -- it can be dark &amp; serious or light &amp; playful!   Please submit your work at the http://www.thetypeacreative.com/submit by February 8th! Email jenni@thetypeacreative.com with any questions.   About The Type A Creative Podcast: The Type A Creative is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.”   On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative.   Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on  iTunes,  join the  Facebook group &amp; follow Jenni on Instagram!

For season 3 of The Type A Creative, we are creating a creative mixtape and we want you, the listener, on the show! Are you a writer, poet, singer/songwriter, a podcaster, a playwright, or a visual artist? We want to interview you about your art &amp; feature your art! Our theme for the season comes from the Dandelion card of the <a href="https://www.bowerbirdatelier.com/fleurot" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fleurot</a> deck and is all about mystery, subconscious, dreams, and illusion. Some ideas that come to mind on this topic include, learning in the darkness of night, truths that you weren’t aware of that were inside of you, exploring the shadow side of certain feelings, and universal feelings as a part of the human experience. What do these thoughts and ideas spark inside of you? Do you have existing art that fits into one of these ideas? We want you to submit your work -- it can be dark &amp; serious or light &amp; playful! Please submit your work at the <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/submit" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thetypeacreative.com/submit</a> by February 8th! Email <a href="mailto:jenni@thetypeacreative.com">jenni@thetypeacreative.com</a> with any questions. About The Type A Creative Podcast: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Type A Creative</a> is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.” On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative. Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-type-a-creative/id1250278907?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> iTunes</a>,  join the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheTypeACreative/about/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Facebook group</a> &amp; follow Jenni on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenniheffernanbrown/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!

Submit for Season 3 Today!

For season 3 of The Type A Creative, we are creating a creative mixtape and we want you, the listener, on the show! Are you a writer, poet, singer/songwriter, a podcaster, a playwright, or a visual artist? We want to interview you about your art &amp; feature your art!   Our theme for the season comes from the Dandelion card of the Fleurot deck and is all about mystery, subconscious, dreams, and illusion. Some ideas that come to mind on this topic include, learning in the darkness of night, truths that you weren’t aware of that were inside of you, exploring the shadow side of certain feelings, and universal feelings as a part of the human experience. What do these thoughts and ideas spark inside of you? Do you have existing art that fits into one of these ideas? We want you to submit your work -- it can be dark &amp; serious or light &amp; playful!   Please submit your work at the http://www.thetypeacreative.com/submit by February 8th! Email jenni@thetypeacreative.com with any questions.  About The Type A Creative Podcast: The Type A Creative is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.”   On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative.   Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on  iTunes,  join the  Facebook group &amp; follow Jenni on Instagram!

For season 3 of The Type A Creative, we are creating a creative mixtape and we want you, the listener, on the show! Are you a writer, poet, singer/songwriter, a podcaster, a playwright, or a visual artist? We want to interview you about your art &amp; feature your art! Our theme for the season comes from the Dandelion card of the <a href="https://www.bowerbirdatelier.com/fleurot" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fleurot</a> deck and is all about mystery, subconscious, dreams, and illusion. Some ideas that come to mind on this topic include, learning in the darkness of night, truths that you weren’t aware of that were inside of you, exploring the shadow side of certain feelings, and universal feelings as a part of the human experience. What do these thoughts and ideas spark inside of you? Do you have existing art that fits into one of these ideas? We want you to submit your work -- it can be dark &amp; serious or light &amp; playful! Please submit your work at the <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/submit" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thetypeacreative.com/submit</a> by February 8th! Email <a href="mailto:jenni@thetypeacreative.com">jenni@thetypeacreative.com</a> with any questions. About The Type A Creative Podcast: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Type A Creative</a> is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.” On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative. Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-type-a-creative/id1250278907?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> iTunes</a>,  join the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheTypeACreative/about/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Facebook group</a> &amp; follow Jenni on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenniheffernanbrown/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!

S3 Submission Reminder

Welcome back to The Type A Creative &amp; welcome to season three! I am so excited to be back in your earbuds after a long break. After doing about 50 episodes with tons of different artists across seasons 1 &amp; 2, I started having this feeling that it was difficult to keep talking about the work without actually touching the work. With that in mind, I am partnering up with my friend, Nikki Bonsol, to co-host season three and we’re putting you, the listener, on the show to create a creative mixtape together! On this season opener, we are sharing the theme for this season’s creative mixtape, how to submit your work to be a part of the show, and what you have to look forward to on this season of The Type A Creative.   Are you an artist or a creative? Know someone creative? We want you on the show! We’re looking for writers, singers, songwriters, podcasters, poets, painters, artists, and graphic designers! If you’re interested, visit http://www.thetypeacreative.com/submit and get your submissions in before Friday, February 8th! Email jenni@thetypeacreative.com with any questions.   Mentioned In This Episode: Nikki's Music Website Nikki's Copywriting Website S2EP22 - Stephanie McKenna - Writing &amp; Designing a Tarot Deck Fleurot   About The Type A Creative Podcast: The Type A Creative is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.” On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative. Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on  iTunes,  join the  Facebook group &amp; follow Jenni on Instagram!

Welcome back to The Type A Creative &amp; welcome to season three! I am so excited to be back in your earbuds after a long break. After doing about 50 episodes with tons of different artists across seasons 1 &amp; 2, I started having this feeling that it was difficult to keep talking about the work without actually touching the work. With that in mind, I am partnering up with my friend, Nikki Bonsol, to co-host season three and we’re putting you, the listener, on the show to create a creative mixtape together! On this season opener, we are sharing the theme for this season’s creative mixtape, how to submit your work to be a part of the show, and what you have to look forward to on this season of The Type A Creative. Are you an artist or a creative? Know someone creative? We want you on the show! We’re looking for writers, singers, songwriters, podcasters, poets, painters, artists, and graphic designers! If you’re interested, visit <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/submit" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.thetypeacreative.com/submit</a> and get your submissions in before Friday, February 8th! Email <a href="mailto:jenni@thetypeacreative.com">jenni@thetypeacreative.com</a> with any questions. Mentioned In This Episode: <a href="http://www.listentokin.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nikki's Music Website</a> <a href="http://www.nicolebonsol.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nikki's Copywriting Website</a> <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/stephanie-mckenna/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">S2EP22 - Stephanie McKenna - Writing &amp; Designing a Tarot Deck</a> <a href="https://www.bowerbirdatelier.com/fleurot" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fleurot</a> About The Type A Creative Podcast: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Type A Creative</a> is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.” On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative. Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-type-a-creative/id1250278907?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> iTunes</a>,  join the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheTypeACreative/about/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Facebook group</a> &amp; follow Jenni on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenniheffernanbrown/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!

S3EP1: Join Our Creative Mix Tape

Today, Jenni wraps up season two! Don’t worry friends, this is not goodbye, it’s just a “see you later” while The Type A Creative takes a little break! In the meantime, find a way to bring The Type A magic into your life! Grab a couple friends to be in your creative huddle to keep you accountable on your creative journey, keep up with Jenni on Instagram, find a new friend in the  Facebook group, or catch the next Creative Sunday Lab! If you missed any of our season two episodes, you can find them here!   Mentioned In This Episode:  S2Ep 9: LINDSAY JEAN THOMSON – How To Have An Awesome 100 Day Project  S2Ep4: BEN HENRETIG – Telling Epic Stories and Shipping Projects  S2Ep15: AMBER RAE – Worry and Wonder and Art S2Ep6: EZZIE SPENCER – Creating Within Moon Cycles S2Ep21: NIKKI BONSOL – Global Perspectives, Courage and Making Music S2Ep26: ELYSE BEARD + ASHLEY AIKELE – Saying Yes to Bravery S2Ep24: TYLER WETHERALL – How to Write a Story of a Lifetime S2Ep23: MICHELLE RIAL – Carving Out a Job as an Artist S2Ep22: STEPHANIE MCKENNA – Writing &amp; Designing a Tarot Deck   About The Type A Creative Podcast: The Type A Creative is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.”   On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative.   Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on  iTunes,  join the  Facebook group &amp; follow Jenni on Instagram!

Today, Jenni wraps up season two! Don’t worry friends, this is not goodbye, it’s just a “see you later” while The Type A Creative takes a little break! In the meantime, find a way to bring The Type A magic into your life! Grab a couple friends to be in your creative huddle to keep you accountable on your creative journey, keep up with Jenni on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenniheffernanbrown/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, find a new friend in the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheTypeACreative/about/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Facebook group</a>, or catch the next <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/creative-sunday-lab/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Sunday Lab</a>! If you missed any of our season two episodes, you can find them <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/history/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>! Mentioned In This Episode: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/lindsay-jean-thomson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> S2Ep 9: LINDSAY JEAN THOMSON – How To Have An Awesome 100 Day Project</a> <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/ben-henretig-telling-epic-stories-and-shipping-projects/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> S2Ep4: BEN HENRETIG – Telling Epic Stories and Shipping Projects</a> <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/amber-rae/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> S2Ep15: AMBER RAE – Worry and Wonder and Art</a> <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/ezzie-spencer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">S2Ep6: EZZIE SPENCER – Creating Within Moon Cycles</a> <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/nikki-bonsol/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">S2Ep21: NIKKI BONSOL – Global Perspectives, Courage and Making Music</a> <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/elyse-and-ashley/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">S2Ep26: ELYSE BEARD + ASHLEY AIKELE – Saying Yes to Bravery</a> <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/tyler-wetherall/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">S2Ep24: TYLER WETHERALL – How to Write a Story of a Lifetime</a> <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/michelle-rial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">S2Ep23: MICHELLE RIAL – Carving Out a Job as an Artist</a> <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/stephanie-mckenna/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">S2Ep22: STEPHANIE MCKENNA – Writing &amp; Designing a Tarot Deck</a> About The Type A Creative Podcast: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Type A Creative</a> is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.” On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative. Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-type-a-creative/id1250278907?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> iTunes</a>,  join the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheTypeACreative/about/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Facebook group</a> &amp; follow Jenni on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenniheffernanbrown/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!

S2EP29: Season Two Wrap Up

Catherine Madden

Catherine Madden is a the founder of Relay — which is a design studio based in San Francisco that specializes in helping clients visualize and communicate data. Her approach is super exploratory and involves a LOT of doodling, but it is based on a foundation of experience in design thinking, data visualization consulting, and visual facilitation.  She does strategic storytelling, graphic recording for private clients, as well as classes and teaches for students wanting to develop their visual skills.    About The Type A Creative Podcast: The Type A Creative is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.” On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative.  Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on iTunes,  join the Facebook group &amp; follow Jenni on Instagram!

Catherine Madden is a the founder of Relay — which is a design studio based in San Francisco that specializes in helping clients visualize and communicate data. Her approach is super exploratory and involves a LOT of doodling, but it is based on a foundation of experience in design thinking, data visualization consulting, and visual facilitation.  She does strategic storytelling, graphic recording for private clients, as well as classes and teaches for students wanting to develop their visual skills.  About The Type A Creative Podcast: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Type A Creative</a> is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.” On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative. Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-type-a-creative/id1250278907?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>,  join the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheTypeACreative/about/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook group</a> &amp; follow Jenni on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenniheffernanbrown/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!

REWIND - S2E1: CATHERINE MADDEN - Data & Doodles

In this episode we talk about:  The importance of nurturing creativity across all job descriptions How not everyone can do what they love, but the idea of bringing something you love to what you do Thinking of creativity as a muscle &amp; the fact that conscious creativity leads to unconscious creativity A creative organization versus a stagnant organization How honoring diversity of thoughts leads to creativity in a company The difference between a “creative job” and bringing creativity to your role The Lego Serious Play Method How the best ideas come from play The resistance she experiences over the course of her career and how she has overcome that resistance How she facilitates everyone’s ideas being heard The different workshops that Van offers How Van helps encourage team engagement and collaboration A team art installation Three ways people can bring more creativity to their job What Van would name the right side of her brain    Mentioned In This Episode: S2Ep12: Melissa Dinwiddie – Playing as a Creative  Van’s Blog Post: Do What You Love. Or Bring Something You Love to What You Do.  The Secret of the Highly Creative Thinker Lego Serious Play Method Story Pirates   About Van: Van Lai-DuMone is a corporate trainer who sparks creativity in individuals and groups. She is the founder of worksmart, mobilizing companies to discover and utilize creativity at every level of their organization, so that ideas are shared freely, and all voices are heard.   She brings over 15 years of leadership in learning and development, entrepreneurship, and business consulting to her corporate clients, including Google, Media Arts Lab and NBC Universal.   As a Certified LEGO® Serious Play® Facilitator and Kaizen Muse® Creativity Coach, Van delivers unique hands-on activities that engage participants in a tactile and meaningful way.   Connect with Van: On Her Website On Instagram On Facebook On Twitter On LinkedIn   About The Type A Creative Podcast: The Type A Creative is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.”   On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative.  Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on  iTunes,  join the  Facebook group &amp; follow Jenni on Instagram!

In this episode we talk about: <ul> <li>The importance of nurturing creativity across all job descriptions</li> <li>How not everyone can do what they love, but the idea of bringing something you love to what you do</li> <li>Thinking of creativity as a muscle &amp; the fact that conscious creativity leads to unconscious creativity</li> <li>A creative organization versus a stagnant organization</li> <li>How honoring diversity of thoughts leads to creativity in a company</li> <li>The difference between a “creative job” and bringing creativity to your role</li> <li>The Lego Serious Play Method</li> <li>How the best ideas come from play</li> <li>The resistance she experiences over the course of her career and how she has overcome that resistance</li> <li>How she facilitates everyone’s ideas being heard</li> <li>The different workshops that Van offers</li> <li>How Van helps encourage team engagement and collaboration</li> <li>A team art installation</li> <li>Three ways people can bring more creativity to their job</li> <li>What Van would name the right side of her brain</li> </ul> Mentioned In This Episode: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/melissa-dinwiddie/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">S2Ep12: Melissa Dinwiddie – Playing as a Creative</a> <a href="http://www.worksmartadvantage.com/do-what-you-love-or-bring-something-you-love-to-what-you-do/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Van’s Blog Post: Do What You Love. Or Bring Something You Love to What You Do.</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Highly-Creative-Thinker-Connections/dp/9063694156" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Secret of the Highly Creative Thinker</a> <a href="https://www.lego.com/en-us/seriousplay/the-method" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lego Serious Play Method</a> <a href="http://podcast.storypirates.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Story Pirates</a> About Van: Van Lai-DuMone is a corporate trainer who sparks creativity in individuals and groups. She is the founder of worksmart, mobilizing companies to discover and utilize creativity at every level of their organization, so that ideas are shared freely, and all voices are heard. She brings over 15 years of leadership in learning and development, entrepreneurship, and business consulting to her corporate clients, including Google, Media Arts Lab and NBC Universal. As a Certified LEGO® Serious Play® Facilitator and Kaizen Muse® Creativity Coach, Van delivers unique hands-on activities that engage participants in a tactile and meaningful way. Connect with Van: <a href="http://www.worksmartadvantage.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Her Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/worksmartadvantage/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/worksmartadvantage/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Facebook</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/worksmart_LA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanlaidumone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On LinkedIn</a> About The Type A Creative Podcast: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Type A Creative</a> is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.” On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative. Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-type-a-creative/id1250278907?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> iTunes</a>,  join the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheTypeACreative/about/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Facebook group</a> &amp; follow Jenni on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenniheffernanbrown/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!

S2EP28: VAN LAI-DUMONE - How to Not Get Stuck in Your Job Description

In this episode we talk about:  What Julianne thinks of when she hears “Type A” The Kanzaki Method Her background and how she started working with nutrition and wellness How she knew when it was time to leave the clinical setting Creative flow state and how Julianne incorporates that into her work Her creative side flourishing after she left her clinical job Julianne’s first 100 day project &amp; her project this year Common reactions, questions, and fears Julianne hears from her clients in regards to a plant-based diet How she helps set her clients up for success in sticking with a plant-based diet The benefits of a plant-based diets and when she first started following it What Revitalize Dinners are When Julianne first started training for triathlons and how she incorporates the triathlon training mindset into her program and her life How she knew she wanted to perform spoken word What Julianne would name her left brain    Mentioned In This Episode: Creative Live | Chase Jarvis  The Creative Collective The 100 Day Collective Creative Mornings  Julianne’s Mushroom Elephant Instagram Post  Julianne’s Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain Tribute Instagram Post Revitalize Dinners   About Julianne: Julianne Kanzaki is a wellness architect, registered dietitian, and Founder of The Kanzaki Method™. Her signature wellness program fuses whole-food plant-based nutrition coaching, hiking sessions in nature, guided visualization and mindfulness to redesign health from the inside out. She's thrilled to be working as a health coach at Facebook's Life Wellness Center, and in her free time, you can find her creating handmade cards, painting, and exploring in nature where she is constantly inspired. She is notoriously bad at math and directions, but is dependably known for having good snacks, making you laugh, and capturing adventures on her GoPro.    Connect with Julianne: On Her Website  On Instagram  On LinkedIn   About The Type A Creative Podcast: The Type A Creative is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.”   On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative.   Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on  iTunes,  join the  Facebook group &amp; follow Jenni on Instagram!

In this episode we talk about: <ul> <li>What Julianne thinks of when she hears “Type A”</li> <li>The Kanzaki Method</li> <li>Her background and how she started working with nutrition and wellness</li> <li>How she knew when it was time to leave the clinical setting</li> <li>Creative flow state and how Julianne incorporates that into her work</li> <li>Her creative side flourishing after she left her clinical job</li> <li>Julianne’s first 100 day project &amp; her project this year</li> <li>Common reactions, questions, and fears Julianne hears from her clients in regards to a plant-based diet</li> <li>How she helps set her clients up for success in sticking with a plant-based diet</li> <li>The benefits of a plant-based diets and when she first started following it</li> <li>What Revitalize Dinners are</li> <li>When Julianne first started training for triathlons and how she incorporates the triathlon training mindset into her program and her life</li> <li>How she knew she wanted to perform spoken word</li> <li>What Julianne would name her left brain</li> </ul> Mentioned In This Episode: <a href="https://www.creativelive.com/instructor/chase-jarvis" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Live | Chase Jarvis</a> <a href="http://the-creative-collective.thinkific.com/courses/the-creative-collective" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Creative Collective</a> <a href="https://www.the100daycollective.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The 100 Day Collective</a> <a href="https://creativemornings.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Mornings</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BhscsfFlGsN/?taken-by=juliannekanzaki" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Julianne’s Mushroom Elephant Instagram Post</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bjythb5ly0H/?taken-by=juliannekanzaki" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Julianne’s Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain Tribute Instagram Post</a> <a href="http://www.juliannekanzaki.com/retreats/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Revitalize Dinners</a> About Julianne: Julianne Kanzaki is a wellness architect, registered dietitian, and Founder of The Kanzaki Method™. Her signature wellness program fuses whole-food plant-based nutrition coaching, hiking sessions in nature, guided visualization and mindfulness to redesign health from the inside out. She's thrilled to be working as a health coach at Facebook's Life Wellness Center, and in her free time, you can find her creating handmade cards, painting, and exploring in nature where she is constantly inspired. She is notoriously bad at math and directions, but is dependably known for having good snacks, making you laugh, and capturing adventures on her GoPro. Connect with Julianne: <a href="http://www.juliannekanzaki.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Her Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/juliannekanzaki/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> On Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianne-kanzaki-mph-rd-b5428971/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> On LinkedIn</a> About The Type A Creative Podcast: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Type A Creative</a> is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.” On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative. Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-type-a-creative/id1250278907?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> iTunes</a>,  join the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheTypeACreative/about/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Facebook group</a> &amp; follow Jenni on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenniheffernanbrown/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!

S2EP27: JULIANNE KANZAKI - Art + Nutrition + Moving Your Body + Nature

Ashley Aikele

Elyse Beard

In this episode we talk about:  Elyse &amp; Ashley’s background &amp; when they started Bravery Magazine What they think of when they hear “Type A” and whether they identify as Type A Their careers prior to starting Bravery Magazine Elyse &amp; Ashley’s role within their company &amp; how they split up responsibilities How a business partnership is like a marriage Coming to terms with your partner’s weaknesses Their process of coming up with the idea for the magazine &amp; how they decided this was the product that they wanted to put out into the world The experiences with their daughters that prompted them to start Bravery Magazine How they overcame bumps along the road to creating Bravery and how it lead to the idea of a magazine Elyse &amp; Ashley’s experience with their Kickstarter campaign The freedom that comes with not knowing how things are “supposed to be done” Why they decided it was important to invest in branding How having a solid understanding of your mission will guide your decisions in business The lessons Elyse &amp; Ashley have learned from running a business The support they have received from the creative community and women in business How working with a variety of artists has brought their vision to life The power of telling your own story &amp; “being your own kind of brave” What Elyse &amp; Ashley would name the left &amp; right sides of their brains    Mentioned In This Episode: Creative Sunday Lab S2 Ep 16: Heidi Fiedler - Mapping Your Book   About Elyse + Ashley: About 6 years ago, Elyse commented on Ashley’s cute shoes in the hall at church, and we’ve been friends ever since. Since that day, we’ve seen each other through motherhood and hard times, and even a rough patch of disagreement on whether Ryan Gosling is hotter than Ryan Reynolds. Though we have our differences, we have something important in common: both of us have big dreams. The idea for Bravery Magazine began as a tiny seed planted at a kitchen table back in 2015. After having similar experiences with our oldest girls, we came together to talk about the lack of strong role models available to help us teach our girls bravery. After running through a few different ideas, Ashley texted Elyse one day and said, “What if we make this idea into a magazine?”. True to form, Ashley’s idea was golden and we ran with it. We ran a Kickstarter campaign in September of 2017 and were fully funded in under three days, proving that our idea is valuable and desperately needed. We are very passionate about the mission behind Bravery : that empowering children through stories of other brave women will help them become their own kind of brave.    Connect with Elyse + Ashley: On Their Website On Instagram On Facebook On Twitter On Email   About The Type A Creative Podcast: The Type A Creative is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.”   On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative.   Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on  iTunes,  join the  Facebook group &amp; follow Jenni on Instagram!

In this episode we talk about: <ul> <li>Elyse &amp; Ashley’s background &amp; when they started Bravery Magazine</li> <li>What they think of when they hear “Type A” and whether they identify as Type A</li> <li>Their careers prior to starting Bravery Magazine</li> <li>Elyse &amp; Ashley’s role within their company &amp; how they split up responsibilities</li> <li>How a business partnership is like a marriage</li> <li>Coming to terms with your partner’s weaknesses</li> <li>Their process of coming up with the idea for the magazine &amp; how they decided this was the product that they wanted to put out into the world</li> <li>The experiences with their daughters that prompted them to start Bravery Magazine</li> <li>How they overcame bumps along the road to creating Bravery and how it lead to the idea of a magazine</li> <li>Elyse &amp; Ashley’s experience with their Kickstarter campaign</li> <li>The freedom that comes with not knowing how things are “supposed to be done”</li> <li>Why they decided it was important to invest in branding</li> <li>How having a solid understanding of your mission will guide your decisions in business</li> <li>The lessons Elyse &amp; Ashley have learned from running a business</li> <li>The support they have received from the creative community and women in business</li> <li>How working with a variety of artists has brought their vision to life</li> <li>The power of telling your own story &amp; “being your own kind of brave”</li> <li>What Elyse &amp; Ashley would name the left &amp; right sides of their brains</li> </ul> Mentioned In This Episode: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/creative-sunday-lab/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Sunday Lab</a> <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/heidi-fiedler/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">S2 Ep 16: Heidi Fiedler - Mapping Your Book</a> About Elyse + Ashley: About 6 years ago, Elyse commented on Ashley’s cute shoes in the hall at church, and we’ve been friends ever since. Since that day, we’ve seen each other through motherhood and hard times, and even a rough patch of disagreement on whether Ryan Gosling is hotter than Ryan Reynolds. Though we have our differences, we have something important in common: both of us have big dreams. The idea for Bravery Magazine began as a tiny seed planted at a kitchen table back in 2015. After having similar experiences with our oldest girls, we came together to talk about the lack of strong role models available to help us teach our girls bravery. After running through a few different ideas, Ashley texted Elyse one day and said, “What if we make this idea into a magazine?”. True to form, Ashley’s idea was golden and we ran with it. We ran a Kickstarter campaign in September of 2017 and were fully funded in under three days, proving that our idea is valuable and desperately needed. We are very passionate about the mission behind Bravery : that empowering children through stories of other brave women will help them become their own kind of brave. Connect with Elyse + Ashley: <a href="https://www.braverymag.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Their Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bravery_mag/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/braverymag/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Facebook</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/bravery_mag" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Twitter</a> <a href="mailto:hello@braverymag.com">On Email</a> About The Type A Creative Podcast: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Type A Creative</a> is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.” On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative. Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-type-a-creative/id1250278907?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> iTunes</a>,  join the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheTypeACreative/about/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Facebook group</a> &amp; follow Jenni on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenniheffernanbrown/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!

S2EP26: ELYSE BEARD + ASHLEY AIKELE - Saying Yes to Bravery

Arsena Schroeder

In this episode we talk about:  Arsena shares about her work &amp; what she does What it is like for Arsena to be Type A &amp; creative How she found The Type A Creative podcast Arsena’s background &amp; where she first discovered her love for music When Arsena realized that she could be a professional musician What made her walk away from graduate school How to determine “the thing” you should pursue in life What made Arsena get on stage the first time &amp; how it felt sharing her music with others for the first time The difference between performing for yourself &amp; performing for others How she develops her craft &amp; manages the balance between creating just for herself and creating to make money Her first album “For my Artist Child” How she has changed as an artist from her first album to her most recent album “Sleep Talking” Her experience assembling a team &amp; who the people that she looks for The danger of people pleasing especially as a Type A The importance of weeding through the things that are not for you so that you can give your attention to the things that you need to focus on Her company, Dear Soul Music Company What she has learned about branding herself as an artist What Arsena’s income blend looks like and how she supports herself The intention Arsena has attached to the release of her new album “Sleep Talking” What she would name her left brain   Mentioned In This Episode: Creative Sunday Lab S1Ep19: Chasing Unreasonable Goals Responsibly with Cathy Zhang  Sleep Talking by Arsena   About Arsena: Breedlove Guitars endorsed, Arsena Schroeder is an American soul artist with R&amp;B, Pop, &amp; Gospel influences. Based out of Charlotte, NC, this multi-talented singer-songwriter is known for her acoustic-driven tunes.   Having released her debut album "For My Artist Child" (2014), Schroeder has accomplished much in her six years touring as a full-time performing artist. This list includes but is not limited to performing internationally in Prague, Czech Republic, joining the Breedlove Guitars Artist Roster, and winning over hearts with a standing ovation from Michael Jordan at The Time Warner Cable (now known as Spectrum) Arena.   Schroeder originally from Pittsburgh, PA has impressed her way into the hearts of the regional and national scene.   Recently, Schroeder launched the Dear Soul Music Company, LLC (2017). This company provides resources for independent artists -workshops, consultations, and live shows. WSGE/NPR says, “We applaud her entrepreneurial spirit. She is definitely about getting things done”. Dear Soul Music Company was recently awarded two grants in support of songwriting workshops and a summer concert series. She is scheduled to release her successfully crowdfunded sophomore album, Sleep Talking, September 22, 2018.   Connect with Arsena: On Her Website On Instagram On Facebook On Twitter On Youtube On Dear Soul Music Co   About The Type A Creative Podcast: The Type A Creative is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.”   On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative.  Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on  iTunes,  join the  Facebook group &amp; follow Jenni on Instagram!

In this episode we talk about: <ul> <li>Arsena shares about her work &amp; what she does</li> <li>What it is like for Arsena to be Type A &amp; creative</li> <li>How she found The Type A Creative podcast</li> <li>Arsena’s background &amp; where she first discovered her love for music</li> <li>When Arsena realized that she could be a professional musician</li> <li>What made her walk away from graduate school</li> <li>How to determine “the thing” you should pursue in life</li> <li>What made Arsena get on stage the first time &amp; how it felt sharing her music with others for the first time</li> <li>The difference between performing for yourself &amp; performing for others</li> <li>How she develops her craft &amp; manages the balance between creating just for herself and creating to make money</li> <li>Her first album “For my Artist Child”</li> <li>How she has changed as an artist from her first album to her most recent album “Sleep Talking”</li> <li>Her experience assembling a team &amp; who the people that she looks for</li> <li>The danger of people pleasing especially as a Type A</li> <li>The importance of weeding through the things that are not for you so that you can give your attention to the things that you need to focus on</li> <li>Her company, Dear Soul Music Company</li> <li>What she has learned about branding herself as an artist</li> <li>What Arsena’s income blend looks like and how she supports herself</li> <li>The intention Arsena has attached to the release of her new album “Sleep Talking”</li> <li>What she would name her left brain</li> </ul> Mentioned In This Episode: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/creative-sunday-lab/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Sunday Lab</a> <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/cathy-zhang/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">S1Ep19: Chasing Unreasonable Goals Responsibly with Cathy Zhang</a> <a href="https://www.pledgemusic.com/projects/sleeptalking2018" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Sleep Talking by Arsena</a> About Arsena: Breedlove Guitars endorsed, Arsena Schroeder is an American soul artist with R&amp;B, Pop, &amp; Gospel influences. Based out of Charlotte, NC, this multi-talented singer-songwriter is known for her acoustic-driven tunes. Having released her debut album "For My Artist Child" (2014), Schroeder has accomplished much in her six years touring as a full-time performing artist. This list includes but is not limited to performing internationally in Prague, Czech Republic, joining the Breedlove Guitars Artist Roster, and winning over hearts with a standing ovation from Michael Jordan at The Time Warner Cable (now known as Spectrum) Arena. Schroeder originally from Pittsburgh, PA has impressed her way into the hearts of the regional and national scene. Recently, Schroeder launched the Dear Soul Music Company, LLC (2017). This company provides resources for independent artists -workshops, consultations, and live shows. WSGE/NPR says, “We applaud her entrepreneurial spirit. She is definitely about getting things done”. Dear Soul Music Company was recently awarded two grants in support of songwriting workshops and a summer concert series. She is scheduled to release her successfully crowdfunded sophomore album, Sleep Talking, September 22, 2018. Connect with Arsena: <a href="http://www.arsenamusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Her Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arsenamusic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/arsenamusik" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Facebook</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/arsenamusic" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/arsenaschroeder" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Youtube</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/dearsoulmusicco/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Dear Soul Music Co</a> About The Type A Creative Podcast: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Type A Creative</a> is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.” On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative. Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-type-a-creative/id1250278907?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> iTunes</a>,  join the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheTypeACreative/about/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Facebook group</a> &amp; follow Jenni on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenniheffernanbrown/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!

S2EP24: ARSENA SCHROEDER- Saying Yes to Your Calling

Tyler Wetherall

In this episode we talk about:  What Tyler thinks of when she hears the label “Type A” Tyler’s life &amp; who she is How finding out her name was not her legal name impacted her Her experience getting to connect with other children of fugitives How she learned to keep her life secret to protect her family &amp; the difficulty of now opening up and telling the story The process of writing her memoir and how it has been different than her other projects Why she transitioned from telling his story to a novel to her memoir How writing about the past impacted her present The way in which her relationship with her family has been impacted by writing the book The fact that Tyler did not read many memoirs prior to writing hers Tyler &amp; her dad’s relationship now What she would name her left brain Tyler’s dreams and intentions for her book A sneak peak at the novel Tyler is writing    Mentioned In This Episode: Creative Sunday Lab  No Way Home by Tyler Wetherall The Enneagram Institute   About Tyler: Tyler Wetherall is the author of No Way Home: A Memoir of Life on the Run (St. Martin’s Press; on-sale April 3, 2018). She is a freelance writer living and working in New York City. She has written for The Guardian,The Times, and The Irish Independent. Her short fiction has been published in The Gettysburg Review and others.   Connect with Tyler: On Her Website On Instagram On Facebook On Twitter   About The Type A Creative Podcast: The Type A Creative is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.”   On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative.   Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on  iTunes,  join the  Facebook group &amp; follow Jenni on Instagram!

In this episode we talk about: <ul> <li>What Tyler thinks of when she hears the label “Type A”</li> <li>Tyler’s life &amp; who she is</li> <li>How finding out her name was not her legal name impacted her</li> <li>Her experience getting to connect with other children of fugitives</li> <li>How she learned to keep her life secret to protect her family &amp; the difficulty of now opening up and telling the story</li> <li>The process of writing her memoir and how it has been different than her other projects</li> <li>Why she transitioned from telling his story to a novel to her memoir</li> <li>How writing about the past impacted her present</li> <li>The way in which her relationship with her family has been impacted by writing the book</li> <li>The fact that Tyler did not read many memoirs prior to writing hers</li> <li>Tyler &amp; her dad’s relationship now</li> <li>What she would name her left brain</li> <li>Tyler’s dreams and intentions for her book</li> <li>A sneak peak at the novel Tyler is writing</li> </ul> Mentioned In This Episode: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/creative-sunday-lab/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Sunday Lab</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/No-Way-Home-Memoir-Life/dp/1250112192" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> No Way Home by Tyler Wetherall</a> <a href="https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Enneagram Institute</a> About Tyler: Tyler Wetherall is the author of No Way Home: A Memoir of Life on the Run (St. Martin’s Press; on-sale April 3, 2018). She is a freelance writer living and working in New York City. She has written for The Guardian,The Times, and The Irish Independent. Her short fiction has been published in The Gettysburg Review and others. Connect with Tyler: <a href="http://www.tylerwetherall.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Her Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tylerwrites/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/tylerwetherallauthor/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Facebook</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/tylerwrites" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Twitter</a> About The Type A Creative Podcast: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Type A Creative</a> is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.” On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative. Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-type-a-creative/id1250278907?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> iTunes</a>,  join the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheTypeACreative/about/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Facebook group</a> &amp; follow Jenni on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenniheffernanbrown/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!

S2EP24: TYLER WETHERALL - How to Write a Story of a Lifetime

What is the Type A Creative? I'm so glad you asked! The Type A Creative is a podcast for driven creatives.  For a long time, when I thought of the word “artist” I usually thought of a painter — someone floaty and magical, absorbed in their own world of art. But, I’m not like that. Yes, I’m a writer and designer. But I’ve got a business brain and some monster-sized ambition to match. For years I’ve been running a business and building a career around my creative skills. But now, I’m also working to cultivate a creative practice that's not necessarily for sale, for a client, or to fulfill some ambition. I'm out to have some "creativity for keeps." As driven people, we often have a hard time believing this kind of creativity is "worth it." We sneakily talk ourselves into thinking it has to turn into a business, otherwise, it's indulgent, or simply not worth our time. I'm looking for a bit of inner peace between my driven entrepreneur and my inner artist. My question for myself, and hopefully all of you is, "How do we balance a life where we want BOTH? Both creativity and art, but also big career goals?" In this podcast, I talk to people who are starting new creative projects, have thriving creative projects, and have conversations with a rotating cast of my smart friends — from fellow bosses to creative directors and working writers, filmmakers, and artist.  Together we have conversations about what it is to be both Type A and creative.

I love listening to creative podcasts. These are all subjects I have wondered about and enjoyed listening to other people’s creative journeys. It’s so positive here I def. recommend!!

Love it!

Fascinating interviews with insightful creatives. I’ve found some of my favorite new artists, authors, and podcasters from this podcast!

Worth binge listening

What is the Type A Creative? I'm so glad you asked! The Type A Creative is a podcast for driven creatives. For a long time, when I thought of the word “artist” I usually thought of a painter — someone floaty and magical, absorbed in their own world of art. But, I’m not like that. Yes, I’m a writer and designer. But I’ve got a business brain and some monster-sized ambition to match. For years I’ve been running a business and building a career around my creative skills. But now, I’m also working to cultivate a creative practice that's not necessarily for sale, for a client, or to fulfill some ambition. I'm out to have some "creativity for keeps." As driven people, we often have a hard time believing this kind of creativity is "worth it." We sneakily talk ourselves into thinking it has to turn into a business, otherwise, it's indulgent, or simply not worth our time. I'm looking for a bit of inner peace between my driven entrepreneur and my inner artist. My question for myself, and hopefully all of you is, "How do we balance a life where we want BOTH? Both creativity and art, but also big career goals?" In this podcast, I talk to people who are starting new creative projects, have thriving creative projects, and have conversations with a rotating cast of my smart friends — from fellow bosses to creative directors and working writers, filmmakers, and artist. Together we have conversations about what it is to be both Type A and creative.

The Type A Creative

Becca Piastrelli

Megan Flatt

Becca Piastrelli and Megan Flatt are two bomb women who are kicking @$$ and taking names. Becca is a creative coach and Megan is a coach to MamaCEOs. They've both built their businesses on creativity, and this episode is all about how to evolve out loud, how our Type A sides can both support and hurt our creativity, and how we as creatives can practice taking up more space (eek vulnerability!). 

Becca Piastrelli and Megan Flatt are two bomb women who are kicking @$$ and taking names. Becca is a creative coach and Megan is a coach to MamaCEOs. They've both built their businesses on creativity, and this episode is all about how to evolve out loud, how our Type A sides can both support and hurt our creativity, and how we as creatives can practice taking up more space (eek vulnerability!).

S1E3: BECCA PIASTRELLI & MEGAN FLATT So What is Type A Really?

Elle Luna

Each and every one of us live in a world where we have to sing for our supper. As artists, whether we are full time or part time in our artistic passions, has to find a way to pay the rent and put gas in our cars. On today’s episode, I have Elle Luna talking about the realities of being a working artist, how the concept of money can influence your work (or not influence), and when to know if monetization is a good idea or not.

Each and every one of us live in a world where we have to sing for our supper. As artists, whether we are full time or part time in our artistic passions, has to find a way to pay the rent and put gas in our cars. On today’s episode, I have Elle Luna talking about the realities of being a working artist, how the concept of money can influence your work (or not influence), and when to know if monetization is a good idea or not.

S1E4: ELLE LUNA - Creativity + Money 

Michelle Rial

In this episode we talk about:  What comes to mind when Michelle hears “Type A” How damaging perfectionism makes you feel when you put things that you have created out into the world Michelle’s personal background and her first introduction to art Her professional background &amp; how she got started doing what she is doing The idea of making “the thing” before you get paid for it -- when to do it &amp; when not to What she has learned about watermarking her work Her transition from “Real Life Charts to “Michelle Rial” How she spends her time &amp; how she makes a living for herself A long struggle with chronic pain related to computer work and how that caused her to shift her work Where Michelle gets the inspiration for her work Her fear of creating something similar to someone else’s work without knowing The last thing she created that delighted her What Michelle would name her left brain The importance of not resting on your laurels    Mentioned In This Episode: Creative Sunday Lab  We Are Never Getting Back Together Secret Gif Adam J Kurtz Video : Storytime: I made a brand pay me fairly for my work???  Maslow’s Hierarchy on Instagram Bragging  Buzzfeed Liz Lemon &amp; Lululemon Collaboration   About Michelle:   Michelle Rial was born in Santa Cruz, CA to a Spaniard and a Venezuelan who really loved The Beatles song “Michelle.” She’s worked in media as a writer/illustrator, a photographer, a producer, and a graphic designer. Her chart obsession began while freelancing as a production assistant at NYMag in 2008, but it took her until 2011 to get her first chart published on Glamour.com. Since then, her work has been featured by USA TODAY, Kottke.org, designboom, Fast Company Co.Design, Vox, Vulture, Mental Floss, A.V. Club, and more. In her recent series of “real life charts,” she uses objects in place of lines, and experiences in place of data. She’s currently working on a new collection of charts, graphs, and life questions for Chronicle Books, out in 2019.  Connect with Michelle: On Her Website On Her Instagram   About The Type A Creative Podcast: The Type A Creative is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.”   On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative.   Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on  iTunes,  join the  Facebook group &amp; follow Jenni on Instagram!

In this episode we talk about: <ul> <li>What comes to mind when Michelle hears “Type A”</li> <li>How damaging perfectionism makes you feel when you put things that you have created out into the world</li> <li>Michelle’s personal background and her first introduction to art</li> <li>Her professional background &amp; how she got started doing what she is doing</li> <li>The idea of making “the thing” before you get paid for it -- when to do it &amp; when not to</li> <li>What she has learned about watermarking her work</li> <li>Her transition from “Real Life Charts to “<a href="https://www.michellerial.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Michelle Rial</a>”</li> <li>How she spends her time &amp; how she makes a living for herself</li> <li>A long struggle with chronic pain related to computer work and how that caused her to shift her work</li> <li>Where Michelle gets the inspiration for her work</li> <li>Her fear of creating something similar to someone else’s work without knowing</li> <li>The last thing she created that delighted her</li> <li>What Michelle would name her left brain</li> <li>The importance of not resting on your laurels</li> </ul> Mentioned In This Episode: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/creative-sunday-lab/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Sunday Lab</a> <a href="https://www.glamour.com/story/should-you-get-back-together-a" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> We Are Never Getting Back Together Secret Gif</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3bb1f59bh8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Adam J Kurtz Video : Storytime: I made a brand pay me fairly for my work???</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BimXWu_FLsi/?taken-by=michellerial" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Maslow’s Hierarchy on Instagram Bragging</a> <a href="https://www.buzzfeed.com/michellerial/if-liz-lemon-had-her-own-lululemon-line?utm_term=.ntdYBJLq7#.ximNM7jYJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Buzzfeed Liz Lemon &amp; Lululemon Collaboration</a> About Michelle: Michelle Rial was born in Santa Cruz, CA to a Spaniard and a Venezuelan who really loved The Beatles song “Michelle.” She’s worked in media as a writer/illustrator, a photographer, a producer, and a graphic designer. Her chart obsession began while freelancing as a production assistant at NYMag in 2008, but it took her until 2011 to get her first chart published on <a href="http://Glamour.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Glamour.com</a>. Since then, her work has been featured by USA TODAY, <a href="http://Kottke.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kottke.org</a>, designboom, Fast Company Co.Design, Vox, Vulture, Mental Floss, A.V. Club, and more. In her recent series of “real life charts,” she uses objects in place of lines, and experiences in place of data. She’s currently working on a new collection of charts, graphs, and life questions for Chronicle Books, out in 2019. Connect with Michelle: <a href="https://www.michellerial.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Her Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michellerial/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Her Instagram</a> About The Type A Creative Podcast: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Type A Creative</a> is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.” On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative. Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-type-a-creative/id1250278907?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> iTunes</a>,  join the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheTypeACreative/about/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Facebook group</a> &amp; follow Jenni on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenniheffernanbrown/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!

S2EP23: MICHELLE RIAL - Carving Out a Job as an Artist

Juliet Meeks

Juliet is also someone that I have collaborated with over the years at my brand strategy studio,  Prim’d Marketing. It’s been great to watch her business move from a branding-centric focus, over to pattern design, with Juliet becoming primarily known for her own original artwork. I thought she would be great to have come by the show so we can talk a bit about how to bring more of your art into your business, so you’re creating the kinds of work you enjoy vs. just fulfilling client briefs

Juliet is also someone that I have collaborated with over the years at my brand strategy studio,  Prim’d Marketing. It’s been great to watch her business move from a branding-centric focus, over to pattern design, with Juliet becoming primarily known for her own original artwork. I thought she would be great to have come by the show so we can talk a bit about how to bring more of your art into your business, so you’re creating the kinds of work you enjoy vs. just fulfilling client briefs

S1E21: JULIET MEEKS — Becoming Known for Your Artist Style

Danielle Krysa

We all have inner critics who show up and try to convince us that our ideas aren’t any good, or that we shouldn’t waste our time working stuff that “someone’s probably already done.” Danielle Krysa, author of Your Inner Critic is a Big Jerk is on the show talking about the real stuff that no one talks about when making work: the hard days when nothing good gets made, how to own your success without bragging, and giving yourself permission to just be an artist already.  

We all have inner critics who show up and try to convince us that our ideas aren’t any good, or that we shouldn’t waste our time working stuff that “someone’s probably already done.” Danielle Krysa, author of Your Inner Critic is a Big Jerk is on the show talking about the real stuff that no one talks about when making work: the hard days when nothing good gets made, how to own your success without bragging, and giving yourself permission to just be an artist already.

S1E18: DANIELLE KRYSA — Fighting Your Inner Critic

KRISTEN ESTEST

Kristen Estes is the CEO of Moonwalker Digital, a web design agency that specializes in building online platforms for authors, speakers and online influencers. When she isn’t helping leaders kill it online, she can be found singing for Krystal Optiks, an aggressive synthpop band from Austin, TX with fans worldwide. The embodiment of, "multi-passionate entrepreneur," Kristen seeks to be an anomaly by fully rocking out two businesses, and encourages other creatives to do the same.

Kristen Estes is the CEO of Moonwalker Digital, a web design agency that specializes in building online platforms for authors, speakers and online influencers. When she isn’t helping leaders kill it online, she can be found singing for Krystal Optiks, an aggressive synthpop band from Austin, TX with fans worldwide. The embodiment of, "multi-passionate entrepreneur," Kristen seeks to be an anomaly by fully rocking out two businesses, and encourages other creatives to do the same.

S1E22: KRISTEN ESTEST — How to Run Two Businesses at Once

Kathleen Shannon

One of the things about being a creative in business is that as your business grows, so does your relationship to the work. Growing a team can mean that you might not be opening the files as open often as you once were. Today on the show I have Kathleen Shannon, a creative powerhouse, talking about how she’s grown, established good teams, hired other creatives, and managed creatives.

One of the things about being a creative in business is that as your business grows, so does your relationship to the work. Growing a team can mean that you might not be opening the files as open often as you once were. Today on the show I have Kathleen Shannon, a creative powerhouse, talking about how she’s grown, established good teams, hired other creatives, and managed creatives.

S1E11: KATHLEEN SHANNON — Being Creative & Managing Creatives

Caroline Donahue

Caroline Donahue is a Book + Writing Coach who helps authors stop waiting and start writing. She’s also the host of The Secret Library podcast, where she has interviewed over 70 writers about writing and publishing their books. She’s also working on her first novel herself, so she’s no stranger to what it can feel like to be overwhelmed by the scope and ambition of a project. Between her coaching, her podcast, and her own book, she’s the perfect person to geek out with about the creative process, what gets people stuck when it comes to making work, and how to stop putting it off and just get your work out there already.  

Caroline Donahue is a Book + Writing Coach who helps authors stop waiting and start writing. She’s also the host of The Secret Library podcast, where she has interviewed over 70 writers about writing and publishing their books. She’s also working on her first novel herself, so she’s no stranger to what it can feel like to be overwhelmed by the scope and ambition of a project. Between her coaching, her podcast, and her own book, she’s the perfect person to geek out with about the creative process, what gets people stuck when it comes to making work, and how to stop putting it off and just get your work out there already.

S1E20: CAROLINE DONAHUE — Write Your Book Already

ERICA KELLY

Raise your hand if you’ve had burn out. Oh, that’s right ALL OF US Type A Creatives. We have had all piled our plates too high and created some serious burn out in our lives. Today on the show I have my friends Erica Kelly and Sophia Mavrides talking about what it is to face crazy long hours, not take breaks, emailing on weekends, and having boundaries for your day job that can really hurt not only creativity but our overall happiness.

Raise your hand if you’ve had burn out. Oh, that’s right ALL OF US Type A Creatives. We have had all piled our plates too high and created some serious burn out in our lives. Today on the show I have my friends Erica Kelly and Sophia Mavrides talking about what it is to face crazy long hours, not take breaks, emailing on weekends, and having boundaries for your day job that can really hurt not only creativity but our overall happiness.

S1E8: ERICA KELLY & SOPHIA MAVRIDES - Type A Creative + Burn Out with 

In this episode we talk about:  Heidi’s background, what she does, &amp; how she has worked on 300 books for children What comes to mind when Heidi hears the label “Type A” The idea that whatever job you are in, you are being paid to be Type A How the nature of physical books attributes to the desire for it to be perfect &amp; for it to be efficiently and effectively published The biggest challenge for Heidi when she entered into the freelance world How she quiets her editor voice when she is creating The way in which a lack of immediate feedback impacts the writing process Heidi’s tool, Book Mapping, and how it helps you through the book writing journey Where people tend to get “stuck” when translating their concepts or ideas into content that would be appropriate for children The misconceptions people have around writing for children Heidi’s favorite children’s book The importance of writing a book that you are interested in The logistics of writing a picture book Heidi’s advice for finding your voice and how to use it Applying the principles of improv into creative writing   Mentioned In This Episode:  Creative Sunday Lab with Jenni Heffernan Brown on June 24, 2018 in San Francisco with discount code: FOMOANDFRIENDS  Blueberries for Sal by Robert McCloskey  What Do You Do With an Idea? by Kobi Yamada The Type A Creative S2 Ep 12 with Melissa Dinwiddie  About Heidi Fiedler: Writer and editor Heidi Fiedler has worked on more than 300 books for children. She does the deep thinking that’s needed to turn an idea into a book that has the power to spark our curiosity and make us all feel a little less alone. The books she creates are quirky, playful, highly visual, and often philosophical. After working in publishing for over ten years, she’s excited to see her own picture books and chapter books making their way into the world.     Connect with Heidi Fiedler: On Her Website On Instagram  About The Type A Creative Podcast: The Type A Creative is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.”   On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative.   Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on  iTunes!

In this episode we talk about: <ul> <li>Heidi’s background, what she does, &amp; how she has worked on 300 books for children</li> <li>What comes to mind when Heidi hears the label “Type A”</li> <li>The idea that whatever job you are in, you are being paid to be Type A</li> <li>How the nature of physical books attributes to the desire for it to be perfect &amp; for it to be efficiently and effectively published</li> <li>The biggest challenge for Heidi when she entered into the freelance world</li> <li>How she quiets her editor voice when she is creating</li> <li>The way in which a lack of immediate feedback impacts the writing process</li> <li>Heidi’s tool, Book Mapping, and how it helps you through the book writing journey</li> <li>Where people tend to get “stuck” when translating their concepts or ideas into content that would be appropriate for children</li> <li>The misconceptions people have around writing for children</li> <li>Heidi’s favorite children’s book</li> <li>The importance of writing a book that you are interested in</li> <li>The logistics of writing a picture book</li> <li>Heidi’s advice for finding your voice and how to use it</li> <li>Applying the principles of improv into creative writing</li> </ul> Mentioned In This Episode: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creative-sunday-lab-tickets-46273362874?aff=erelexpmlt" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Creative Sunday Lab with Jenni Heffernan Brown on June 24, 2018 in San Francisco</a> with discount code: FOMOANDFRIENDS <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Blueberries-Sal-Robert-McCloskey/dp/014050169X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1527113704&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=blueberries+for+sal&amp;dpID=61ym14xIigL&amp;preST=_SX258_BO1,204,203,200_QL70_&amp;dpSrc=srch" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Blueberries for Sal by Robert McCloskey</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/What-Do-You-Idea/dp/1938298071/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1527113776&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=what+to+do+with+an+idea" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> What Do You Do With an Idea? by Kobi Yamada</a> <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/melissa-dinwiddie/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Type A Creative S2 Ep 12 with Melissa Dinwiddie</a> About Heidi Fiedler: Writer and editor Heidi Fiedler has worked on more than 300 books for children. She does the deep thinking that’s needed to turn an idea into a book that has the power to spark our curiosity and make us all feel a little less alone. The books she creates are quirky, playful, highly visual, and often philosophical. After working in publishing for over ten years, she’s excited to see her own picture books and chapter books making their way into the world.   Connect with Heidi Fiedler: <a href="https://www.helloheidifiedler.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Her Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/heidifiedler/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Instagram</a> About The Type A Creative Podcast: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Type A Creative</a> is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.” On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative. Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-type-a-creative/id1250278907?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> iTunes</a>!

S2E16: HEIDI FIEDLER - Mapping Your Book

Jason Brown

Pitching your work as a creative is one of the hardest parts. Today on  the show I have stunt actors and performers, Jason Brown and Autumn Thomas, talking about what it is to be an artist that is making their living through their performance art, pitching themselves, and what it’s like to be a working artist.

S1E5: AUTUMN THOMAS & JASON BROWN — Pitching Yourself as an Artist

Caitlin Horton

This week on The Type A Creative Podcast I have Caitlin Horton of Horton Brand Strategy. Caitlin is a through and through strategist who rarely does things without an ROI in mind. But Caitlin is also a very successful author, who has published a book outside of her brand strategy studio.   In this episode we talk about:   when and how to apply goals to your passion projects  what it feels like to see stacks of books in your house that you have to sell    self publishing vs. going with a publisher  paying to make a creative project when you can’t get paid to make something  

This week on The Type A Creative Podcast I have Caitlin Horton of Horton Brand Strategy. Caitlin is a through and through strategist who rarely does things without an ROI in mind. But Caitlin is also a very successful author, who has published a book outside of her brand strategy studio.   In this episode we talk about:  <ul> <li>when and how to apply goals to your passion projects </li> <li>what it feels like to see stacks of books in your house that you have to sell </li> </ul> <ul> <li>self publishing vs. going with a publisher </li> <li>paying to make a creative project when you can’t get paid to make something </li> </ul>

S1E14: CAITLIN HORTON — Creativity & ROI

Kathlyn Hart

In this episode we talk about:  What comes to mind when Kathlyn hears the label “Type A” Her experience launching her first course Kathlyn’s transition from The Bip Leap Show to Be Brave Get Paid The importance of negotiating your paycheck &amp; the freedom that it can give you and your creative business The evolution of Kathlyn’s relationship with money The “gamechanger” that completely altered her view on finances Why you need to untangle your negative thoughts towards money How Kathlyn was able to double her salary The two big takeaways that we need to know about negotiation Where and how to research salary statistics The importance of uncovering your “badassity” and being confident in your strengths and skills The common mistakes that women make when negotiating Why women need to stand in their power in their negotiation conversations    Mentioned In This Episode: The Type A Creative Episode 10: How to Evolve as a Type A Creative with Kathlyn Hart Be Brave Get Paid Course Text “slaytheday” 44222 for Kathlyn’s Top Tips To Get Out Of Your Head   About Kathlyn Hart: At 23 I found myself stuck in sweltering hot LA traffic going 0 miles an hour, living paycheck to paycheck, wondering WTF I was doing. Yes, I had a J.O.B., but was this the life I really wanted? Busting my ass at a job, getting paid less than I knew I was worth, dreaming of the life I really wanted. In a fierce combination of feeling underpaid, frustrated, and LITERALLY stuck, a fire within me was lit and my boiling points were reached. I realized I couldn’t just stay put any longer.  I needed to get out there and make my dream life happen. To begin, I first learned to negotiate my salary. Doing so not only enabled me to earn more, but it also gave me the freedom to make big and bold decisions in my life, including…  Finding the courage to successfully switch careers from non-profit to software design Saving over $16,000 to quit the 9-5 world after realizing the deep regret I would have if I never traveled Starting my first business as a website designer and digital marketing consultant Funding my dream of becoming a certified yoga teacher in India, getting my diving certification in Thailand, and roadtripping across the US Launching The Big Leap Show Podcast, to amplify the stories of kickass, courageous women And creating Be Brave Get Paid to help other women learn to negotiate their salary  All of these leaps would not have been possible, had I not first learned to negotiate my salary. That is why now, through coaching, speaking, and my podcast, I am on a mission to support women who are feeling stuck, frustrated and underpaid to learn to negotiate for the salary they deserve, so they too can create the life of their dreams!   Connect with Kathlyn Hart: On Her Site On Instagram On Her Course On Her Podcast On Youtube On Twitter On Linkedin   About The Type A Creative Podcast: The Type A Creative is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.”   On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative.   Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on  iTunes!

In this episode we talk about: <ul> <li>What comes to mind when Kathlyn hears the label “Type A”</li> <li>Her experience launching her first course</li> <li>Kathlyn’s transition from <a href="http://www.thebigleapshow.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Bip Leap Show</a> to <a href="https://www.bebravegetpaid.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Be Brave Get Paid</a></li> <li>The importance of negotiating your paycheck &amp; the freedom that it can give you and your creative business</li> <li>The evolution of Kathlyn’s relationship with money</li> <li>The “gamechanger” that completely altered her view on finances</li> <li>Why you need to untangle your negative thoughts towards money</li> <li>How Kathlyn was able to double her salary</li> <li>The two big takeaways that we need to know about negotiation</li> <li>Where and how to research salary statistics</li> <li>The importance of uncovering your “badassity” and being confident in your strengths and skills</li> <li>The common mistakes that women make when negotiating</li> <li>Why women need to stand in their power in their negotiation conversations</li> </ul> Mentioned In This Episode: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/with-kathlyn-hart/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Type A Creative Episode 10: How to Evolve as a Type A Creative with Kathlyn Hart</a> <a href="https://www.bebravegetpaid.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Be Brave Get Paid Course</a> Text “slaytheday” 44222 for Kathlyn’s Top Tips To Get Out Of Your Head About Kathlyn Hart: At 23 I found myself stuck in sweltering hot LA traffic going 0 miles an hour, living paycheck to paycheck, wondering WTF I was doing. Yes, I had a J.O.B., but was this the life I really wanted? Busting my ass at a job, getting paid less than I knew I was worth, dreaming of the life I really wanted. In a fierce combination of feeling underpaid, frustrated, and LITERALLY stuck, a fire within me was lit and my boiling points were reached. I realized I couldn’t just stay put any longer.  I needed to get out there and make my dream life happen. To begin, I first learned to negotiate my salary. Doing so not only enabled me to earn more, but it also gave me the freedom to make big and bold decisions in my life, including… <ul> <li>Finding the courage to successfully switch careers from non-profit to software design</li> <li>Saving over $16,000 to quit the 9-5 world after realizing the deep regret I would have if I never traveled</li> <li>Starting my first business as a website designer and digital marketing consultant</li> <li>Funding my dream of becoming a certified yoga teacher in India, getting my diving certification in Thailand, and roadtripping across the US</li> <li>Launching <a href="http://www.kathlynhart.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Big Leap Show Podcast</a>, to amplify the stories of kickass, courageous women</li> <li>And creating <a href="http://www.bebravegetpaid.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Be Brave Get Paid</a> to help other women learn to negotiate their salary</li> </ul> All of these leaps would not have been possible, had I not first learned to negotiate my salary. That is why now, through <a href="http://www.kathlynhart.com/coaching/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">coaching</a>, <a href="http://www.kathlynhart.com/speaking/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">speaking</a>, and my <a href="http://www.kathlynhart.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcast</a>, I am on a mission to support women who are feeling stuck, frustrated and underpaid to learn to negotiate for the salary they deserve, so they too can create the life of their dreams! Connect with Kathlyn Hart: <a href="http://www.kathlynhart.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Her Site</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hustlynhart/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.bebravegetpaid.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Her Course</a> <a href="http://www.kathlynhart.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Her Podcast</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/hustlynhart" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Youtube</a> <a href="http://www.twitter.com/hustlynhart" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathlynhart" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Linkedin</a> About The Type A Creative Podcast: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Type A Creative</a> is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.” On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative. Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-type-a-creative/id1250278907?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> iTunes</a>!

S2E13: KATHLYN HART - Get Paid for your Work!

Catherine Madden is a the founder of Relay — which is a design studio based in San Francisco that specializes in helping clients visualize and communicate data. Her approach is super exploratory and involves a LOT of doodling, but it is based on a foundation of experience in design thinking, data visualization consulting, and visual facilitation.  She does strategic storytelling, graphic recording for private clients, as well as classes and teaches for students wanting to develop their visual skills. 

Catherine Madden is a the founder of Relay — which is a design studio based in San Francisco that specializes in helping clients visualize and communicate data. Her approach is super exploratory and involves a LOT of doodling, but it is based on a foundation of experience in design thinking, data visualization consulting, and visual facilitation.  She does strategic storytelling, graphic recording for private clients, as well as classes and teaches for students wanting to develop their visual skills.

S2E1: CATHERINE MADDEN — Data & Doodles

Natalie Franke

In this episode we talk about:  What comes to mind when Natalie hears the label “Type A”   How the desire to make waves &amp; color outside of the lines can be such powerful forces to bring about change The Rising Tide Society community &amp; Tuesdays Together The mindset of “community over competition” Natalie’s background &amp; how she became a visionary at a very young age How asking for permission holds you back professionally &amp; personally The rebellious act of being creative Some of the landmines that Natalie has experienced throughout her journey Her belief that the best leaders are not perfect but that they have integrity The power of stepping outside of your comfort zone How to instill the values into a community The importance of owning up to the mistakes that you make and how that creates trust within your community or organization How they approached scaling &amp; monetizing Rising Tide Society Why we should be confident in asking for what we need Rising Tide Society’s experience merging with Honeybook   What Natalie would name her left brain    Mentioned In This Episode: The Type A Creative Website  The Type A Creative Facebook Group @jenniheffernanbrown on Instagram Creative Sunday Lab Rising Tide Society  Honeybook   About Natalie Franke: Natalie Franke is the CoFounder of the Rising Tide Society, a community of over 75,000 creative entrepreneurs who gather monthly in 400 cities around the world. She is also the Head of Community at HoneyBook, a proactive CRM platform for small business owners.  Connect with Natalie Franke: On Her Website On Instagram On Facebook On Twitter On Pinterest  On Youtube   About The Type A Creative Podcast: The Type A Creative is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.”   On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative.  Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on  iTunes!

In this episode we talk about: <ul> <li>What comes to mind when Natalie hears the label “Type A”</li> </ul> <ul> <li>How the desire to make waves &amp; color outside of the lines can be such powerful forces to bring about change</li> <li>The Rising Tide Society community &amp; Tuesdays Together</li> <li>The mindset of “community over competition”</li> <li>Natalie’s background &amp; how she became a visionary at a very young age</li> <li>How asking for permission holds you back professionally &amp; personally</li> <li>The rebellious act of being creative</li> <li>Some of the landmines that Natalie has experienced throughout her journey</li> <li>Her belief that the best leaders are not perfect but that they have integrity</li> <li>The power of stepping outside of your comfort zone</li> <li>How to instill the values into a community</li> <li>The importance of owning up to the mistakes that you make and how that creates trust within your community or organization</li> <li>How they approached scaling &amp; monetizing Rising Tide Society</li> <li>Why we should be confident in asking for what we need</li> <li>Rising Tide Society’s experience merging with Honeybook</li> </ul> <ul> <li>What Natalie would name her left brain</li> </ul> Mentioned In This Episode: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Type A Creative Website</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheTypeACreative/about/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Type A Creative Facebook Group</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jenniheffernanbrown/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@jenniheffernanbrown on Instagram</a> <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/creative-sunday-lab/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Creative Sunday Lab</a> <a href="https://www.honeybook.com/risingtide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Rising Tide Society</a> <a href="https://www.honeybook.com/?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=Brand%3EGT%3EDesktop%3ERLSA%3ETrial&amp;utm_content=220920152041&amp;utm_term=%2Bhoneybook%7Cb&amp;_bk=%2Bhoneybook&amp;_bt=220920152041&amp;_bm=b&amp;_bn=g&amp;utm_origin=FALL50&amp;utm_campaign=BrandGTDesktopRLSATrial&amp;optimizely_x=9178852806&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjw9qfZBRA5EiwAiq0AbXvVG9_EucDXoPFRhz81tTnhCJW50ZW_IbcPN5k1gkavisXLZpCnPBoCi68QAvD_BwE" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Honeybook</a> About Natalie Franke: Natalie Franke is the CoFounder of the Rising Tide Society, a community of over 75,000 creative entrepreneurs who gather monthly in 400 cities around the world. She is also the Head of Community at HoneyBook, a proactive CRM platform for small business owners. Connect with Natalie Franke: <a href="http://nataliefranke.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Her Website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nataliefranke/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NatalieFrankeCreative/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Facebook</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/nataliefranke" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Twitter</a> <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/nataliefranke/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Pinterest</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXbHVtoZTlK3-mYcp9PdDz-HwNZwTN4zW" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> On Youtube</a> About The Type A Creative Podcast: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Type A Creative</a> is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.” On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative. Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-type-a-creative/id1250278907?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> iTunes</a>!

S2EP2: NATALIE FRANKE - Leadership, Scale, Community and Creativity

Wonder

In this episode we talk about:  What comes to mind when Amber hears the label “Type A” How her Type A side impacted the process of writing her book The importance of physical environment and how it impacts Amber’s creativity Why her book almost didn’t get written What a “shadow artist” is and how it can cause you to hide from your own work The catalyst for writing her book, Choose Wonder Over Worry How the structure of her book was determined three weeks before her deadline and the way in which it makes the book unique The “worry voice” and the difference between toxic worry &amp; useful worry Wonder being our curious inner guide The importance of having a healthy relationship with worry &amp; wonder and how the thing that we often think is the problem is often not actually the problem Identifying “worry’s friends” and the importance of engaging with them Allowing all of our emotions a seat at the table instead of trying to confine certain emotions to certain boxes How Amber defines “union” in her book The concept of wisdom and how we can develop more discernment Amber’s tactics that creatives can use to get unstuck Her decision to write about her father’s death in the book and how she arrived at that decision How she wrote the book for herself first and then decided what she would share with the world    Mentioned In This Episode:  Creative Sunday Lab with Jenni Brown on May 20, 2018 in San Francisco  The Artist Way by Julia Cameron Choose Wonder Over Worry by Amber Rae   About Amber Rae: Amber Rae is an author, speaker, and artist who wants more people to live their truth, befriend their emotions, and express their gifts. She’s been featured in The New York Times, Forbes, and Fortune and called "The Brené Brown of Wonder." Her book Choose Wonder Over Worry hits shelves on May 15, which Seth Godin called "a gift" and Deepak Chopra called a guide "to unfold your infinite potential."   As creatives, we have ALL experienced fear, self-doubt, and envy at some point. In this episode, Amber and I will be discussing how to stop the spiral of worry and comparison. By using our sense of wonder and exploring the wisdom hidden beneath our emotions, we can learn to transform it from something uncomfortable into something everyone wants more of -- inspiration. We'll also be jamming on differentiating between healthy striving and paralyzing perfectionism, how to follow the muse of wonder instead of the fear of worry, and why anxiety is our friend (not our foe!).   You can get a preview of her story here with the book's introduction chapter.   Connect with Amber Rae: On her website On Choose Wonder On Instagram On Twitter   About The Type A Creative Podcast: The Type A Creative is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.”   On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative.   Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on  iTunes!

In this episode we talk about: <ul> <li>What comes to mind when Amber hears the label “Type A”</li> <li>How her Type A side impacted the process of writing her book</li> <li>The importance of physical environment and how it impacts Amber’s creativity</li> <li>Why her book almost didn’t get written</li> <li>What a “shadow artist” is and how it can cause you to hide from your own work</li> <li>The catalyst for writing her book, <a href="https://www.choosewonder.com/#landing-pricing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Choose Wonder Over Worry</a></li> <li>How the structure of her book was determined three weeks before her deadline and the way in which it makes the book unique</li> <li>The “worry voice” and the difference between toxic worry &amp; useful worry</li> <li>Wonder being our curious inner guide</li> <li>The importance of having a healthy relationship with worry &amp; wonder and how the thing that we often think is the problem is often not actually the problem</li> <li>Identifying “worry’s friends” and the importance of engaging with them</li> <li>Allowing all of our emotions a seat at the table instead of trying to confine certain emotions to certain boxes</li> <li>How Amber defines “union” in her book</li> <li>The concept of wisdom and how we can develop more discernment</li> <li>Amber’s tactics that creatives can use to get unstuck</li> <li>Her decision to write about her father’s death in the book and how she arrived at that decision</li> <li>How she wrote the book for herself first and then decided what she would share with the world</li> </ul> Mentioned In This Episode: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creative-sunday-lab-tickets-45578126403" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Creative Sunday Lab with Jenni Brown on May 20, 2018 in San Francisco</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-25th-Anniversary/dp/0143129252/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1526489843&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=the+artist+way+by+julia+cameron&amp;dpID=51%252BzJL6EsjL&amp;preST=_SX218_BO1,204,203,200_QL40_&amp;dpSrc=srch" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Artist Way by Julia Cameron</a> <a href="https://www.choosewonder.com/#landing-pricing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Choose Wonder Over Worry by Amber Rae</a> About Amber Rae: Amber Rae is an author, speaker, and artist who wants more people to live their truth, befriend their emotions, and express their gifts. She’s been featured in The New York Times, Forbes, and Fortune and called "The Brené Brown of Wonder." Her book <a href="http://choosewonder.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Choose Wonder Over Worry</a> hits shelves on May 15, which Seth Godin called "a gift" and Deepak Chopra called a guide "to unfold your infinite potential."   As creatives, we have ALL experienced fear, self-doubt, and envy at some point. In this episode, Amber and I will be discussing how to stop the spiral of worry and comparison. By using our sense of wonder and exploring the wisdom hidden beneath our emotions, we can learn to transform it from something uncomfortable into something everyone wants more of -- inspiration. We'll also be jamming on differentiating between healthy striving and paralyzing perfectionism, how to follow the muse of wonder instead of the fear of worry, and why anxiety is our friend (not our foe!).   You can get a preview of her story <a href="http://choosewonder.com/sample-chapter" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> with the book's introduction chapter.   Connect with Amber Rae: <a href="https://www.amberrae.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On her website</a> <a href="https://www.choosewonder.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Choose Wonder</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/heyamberrae/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Instagram</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/heyamberrae" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">On Twitter</a> About The Type A Creative Podcast: <a href="http://www.thetypeacreative.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Type A Creative</a> is for those of us who feel like walking juxtapositions. You know who you are. You can balance spreadsheets just as easily as you can design a logo. Sometimes it’s a little disorienting because you’re a left-brain / right-brain blend that doesn’t always fit into the labels of “artist” or “numbers person.” On the show we bring in fellow bosses, painters, creative directors, film makers, entrepreneurs, and writers — together we’re having conversations about what it is to be both Type A and Creative. Don’t forget to rate &amp; review The Type A Creative on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-type-a-creative/id1250278907?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> iTunes</a>!

S2E15: AMBER RAE - Worry and Wonder and Art

JAY SHERER

In this episode Jay Sherer and Jenni talk about the point of art — who is it for, and how do we know when we’re doing a good job? Jay’s view toward art is almost philosophical, and he brings a sociological, political and spiritual lens to why we need to create meaningful work and push for larger impact with our creations.

In this episode Jay Sherer and Jenni talk about the point of art — who is it for, and how do we know when we’re doing a good job? Jay’s view toward art is almost philosophical, and he brings a sociological, political and spiritual lens to why we need to create meaningful work and push for larger impact with our creations.

S1E12:  JAY SHERER - Who is Art For?

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