The Professional Creative

In today's episode, I'm sharing 10 ways to delight a virtual audience while drawing inspiration from my upcoming event, Immersion LIVE 2023: The Art of Business for the Professional Creative. We'll take a trip down memory lane to explore how the conference has grown and evolved over the years and the invaluable lessons in creating an immersive and accessible experience for all attendees I've learned along the way. From interactive sessions and networking opportunities to custom swag boxes and creative challenges, these strategies will leave a lasting impression on your virtual audience. Let's explore how to make your virtual events an inspiring, engaging, and memorable journey for everyone involved. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/72 Whether you're a seasoned artist looking for fresh perspectives or a budding entrepreneur seeking guidance, Immersion LIVE 2023 has a wealth of knowledge and inspiration waiting for you—and we're counting down the days until we can share it! 🌟 LEARN MORE AND REGISTER FOR IMMERSION LIVE

Come take a peek inside the Team Bonnie Handbook! Today we'll dive into the value of workplace benefits and how they shape an organization's culture, using our very own team benefits as an example. We discuss everything from 401k plans to paid time off, parental leave, and unique perks like health and wellness budgets, revealing how these aspects significantly contribute to employee engagement and job satisfaction. We'll also decode the difference between perks and benefits, ensuring you're well-equipped to negotiate your compensation package in your next role. Whether you're a leader, an employee, or a job seeker, this episode has insights for you. Tune in and elevate your workplace understanding! 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/71 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

In this episode of The Professional Creative, we're going to talk about the importance of fostering a strong, trusting, and engaged team of A-players and how non-business-related Slack channels can foster connection within your team. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/70 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

In this candid episode, I open up about the daunting yet transformative power of diving headfirst into new projects, even when the path isn't clear. Join me as I share personal experiences of overcoming creative paralysis, confronting fear, and discovering the exhilarating freedom that comes when we leap past resistance. Learn why sometimes, the best way to move forward is simply to begin, and figure it out along the way. Whether you're standing at the edge of a new business idea, a creative project, or a personal goal, my reflections will hopefully inspire you to take that crucial first step. Let's embrace the journey together, get our hands dirty, and bring our unique visions to life.

Have you ever found yourself tangled in a mix of expenses between your life and business? In this episode, we tackle the common struggle of separating personal and business expenses that many creatives and entrepreneurs face and I outline five actionable steps to achieve financial clarity. Join me as we embark on a transformative journey to take control of our finances and elevate our professional creative game on the Professional Creative podcast. 🌟 Get shownotes and the free tax deductions cheatsheet: https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/68 Connect with Bonnie: ⚡️GET MY EMAILS: https://bonnie-christine.ck.page/0303c9bbb2 ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://bit.ly/3XFdyCL ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

As creative entrepreneurs, we're all working on ways to make our work more visible while social media becomes more saturated—but we often overlook media outlets as a key way to increase visibility and help others find you. In this episode, I sit down with the host of the podcast "Let It Be Easy" Susie Moore to talk about pitching strategies and the power of being featured in the media—no matter who you are or how big your existing audience is. Listen in for tips and action steps to get started pitching today! Sign up for Overnight Rockstar with Bonnie and Susie HERE! A free webinar to help you get noticed, skyrocket your reputation, and attract new clients by becoming your own publicist—July 26 at 3pm ET 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/67

Creating early work is a magical phase in every creative's journey. It's when we have the freedom to create without the weight of expectations or critiques. It's a time of exploration, where we can truly nourish our creativity and let it flourish. In this episode, I'll be sharing my personal experience of taking the time to develop my design style to go on to create my best work and build a successful career as a fabric designer. Listen in to discover how taking the time to cultivate our creativity can lead us to a fulfilling and profitable creative business that creates impact and gives us the freedom we deserve. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/66 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

Are you ready to unlock the incredible benefits of giving back? In this episode we're going to dive deep into the transformative power of generosity and giving back even when it doesn't seem possible. Join me as I share my personal journey of starting to give when I was facing financial struggles and how it has positively impacted both my life and business. We discuss the difference between a fear-based mindset and an abundance-based mindset when it comes to giving, and how embracing an abundance mindset can lead to incredible opportunities. Tune in to learn how you can cultivate the habit of generosity in your own life and business. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/65 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

Are you struggling to stay focused in your creative pursuits? In this episode, we're going to delve into the world of focus and how it can transform your productivity and success. I share my own journey of realizing the impact of a lack of focus and how it held me back from reaching my goals. And I'm going to provide you with 10 practical ways to enhance and prioritize your focus in your day-to-day life. From aligning your energy and time, to time blocking, and using tools like the time cube, you'll gain valuable insights to help you narrow down your interests and inspirations. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/64 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

Today, I'm sharing with you how I've started using Chat GPT in my business and am encouraging you to explore it too—even if you haven't heard of it before! In this episode, I'll share more about what Chat GPT is, some of my favorite prompts and uses for both life and business. Don't let the future catch you by surprise—embrace the power of AI technology and take your business to new heights while you lean into your own humanity. Tune in now and don't forget to share with a fellow entrepreneur! 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/63 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

In this episode I'm sharing my top takeaways from the 2023 Convertkit Craft + Commerce conference and highlighting the importance of focusing on doing only what you can do in your zone of genius. Tune in for my tips on the preparation process and the key mindset shift I embraced as I delivered my speech. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/62 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

In this episode, I'm coming to you fresh off the plane from Boise, Idaho where I was a speaker at the Craft and Commerce conference held by Convertkit. As a seasoned traveler, I'll be sharing 6 tips for traveling well (especially as a homebody), plus my takeaways as a keynote speaker at the conference. Join me as we explore how to travel like a pro, with plenty of tips, tricks, and thoughtful insights to help you along the way. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/61 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

In this thought-provoking episode of the Professional Creative Podcast, Bonnie Christine dives into an impactful conversation about money, creativity, and the common fear of success that many entrepreneurs face. Drawing from a recent conversation with a fellow entrepreneur, she shares meaningful insights and mindset shifts around money and success in the creative industry.

As creatives, it can be easy to get caught up in the "doing phase" of our work and neglect self-care—but it's crucial to prioritize our well-being by recognizing warning signs and implementing strategies to prevent burnout. In this episode, we're talking all about burnout and ways to prevent it plus my non-negotiable daily habits that help me stay on track. So if you're feeling overwhelmed or uninspired, take a listen to this episode and learn how to avoid burnout and create a sustainable creative business. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/59 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 [00:00:00] Entrepreneurship equals freedom, creativity, and success. [00:04:56] Sleep, workout, dinner: daily priorities. [00:07:08] "Self-care and boundaries key for productivity" [00:13:20] Identify unique warning signs, set boundaries, self-care. [00:14:28] 5 non-negotiables prevent burnout, delegate, accountability. Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

Have you been chasing the perfect balance between work and life? When you love what you do, it can be hard to find. In this episode, we'll explore the idea of balance andthe importance and interplay of the three pivotal phases of creativity—inspiration, creation, and rejuvenation. I break down these phases, sharing my personal experiences and tips on how to smoothly transition between them, harnessing their power to drive your creative journey forward. We delve into recognizing the phase you're currently in, and how to shift gears when necessary to foster resilience and maintain a constant creative rhythm. Then tune in for next episode 59 when I dive deeper into the topic of burnout. 📒 Episode Notes 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/58

In this episode, we take a deep dive into transitioning from a solopreneur to focusing on tasks that are truly within your zone of genius. We'll explore the importance of working within this zone and how it can increase productivity and business growth. I'll share practical tips on identifying tasks for delegation and discuss effective hiring practices. We'll also take you through our three-phase hiring process. The goal of this episode is to equip you with the knowledge you need to confidently embark on your own hiring journey. Don't forget to download our free Task Tending worksheet from the show notes—it's a valuable resource to help you identify tasks that can be delegated or outsourced. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/57 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

In this episode, I'm sharing how to build a consistent brand voice guide that will set you up for success. Like me, you may fear handing over my brand to someone else while finding yourself inundated with emails—but creating a brand voice guide is a game-changing solution that ensures consistency across all communication channels with clear guidelines for team members. So if you're looking to build your brand and create a unified experience for your clients or customers, then join me on this episode. I'll also be providing you with a free downloadable workbook to create your own voice guide. 📒 Episode Notes & Free Guide 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/56

On this episode of The Professional Creative, I want to share my insights into how to overcome procrastination and reach success in your creative business. We've all experienced procrastination at some point, and it can be a real roadblock to achieving our goals—but the good news is that we can overcome it with the right mindset and strategies. In this episode, I'll share some affirmations, tips, and techniques that have worked for me and other successful creatives.

In this episode, I'll share all the challenges I faced and the lessons I learned when I completed a 75-day challenge. In this challenge, my goal was to prioritize my health and body, create specific habits, and break old ones.Throughout the episode, I'll be sharing the most significant habits I've gained and the ones that I've let go of. I hope that through this experience, you'll be encouraged to create your own habits to achieve your personal and business goals. Get the shownotes: https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/54

Join me from Utah alongside my husband, David as we celebrate 15 years of marriage and 20 together. We'll share our personal experiences and the valuable lessons we've learned in maintaining a healthy relationship while raising our two children. Alongside this, we'll explore the fascinating Enneagram personality system, the practices we follow in our own marriage, and practical advice to help you build lasting bonds with your significant other. You'll also hear David's insights as he answers listener questions towards the end of the episode. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/53 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

In this episode we'll be delving deep into the art of delegation—I'll be sharing the valuable lessons I've learned from three impactful books that have greatly influenced my delegation habits, along with discussing the importance of clear instructions, how to define what "done" looks like, and the value of owning your work. Tune in to gain insight into the challenges and difficulties that come with delegation and learn how to navigate them with clarity, kindness, and ownership. Whether you are a business of one or managing a team, you'll learn how to effectively delegate tasks to those around you. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/52 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

In today's podcast episode, I'm opening up about the magic of delegation & how it's transformed my business and work-life balance. I reveal the first 10 tasks I delegated to help my business soar, and trust me, it's been a game changer! Listen in for ways you can begin to delegate in your life and business, and download my list of 50 tasks to delegate via the shownotes linked below. Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/51 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ RESOURCES | https://www.bonniechristine.com/resources ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

Can you believe it? We've hit 50 episodes—and what better way to celebrate than by answering YOUR questions! 🎉 From finding my 'why' to juggling roles as an artist and educator, to my morning routine, this episode is packed with personal insights and stories that I've been eager to share. As I answer 5 listener questions, this episode is a true reminder that we're on this creative journey together. Your questions, your stories, your dreams...they inspire me every day. So here's to you, to us, and to the next 50 episodes! Questions answered in this episode: How do you break through a saturated market of creatives? At what point did you realize you needed to hire someone? Have you ever been indecisive about what you should focus on in your career (educator or artist or something else or all that)? What's your why? What motivates you to keep working at your business day in, day out? Do you have a morning practice or ritual that helps you set your day up for success? 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/50 📝 Read the Transcript 📝

In this episode, we break down the process of documenting your business tasks into standard operating procedures (SOPS), making it easier to onboard new employees and scale your business. From setting up Zoom meetings to creating shipping labels, we've got you covered with 10 examples of SOPs you can create for your business plus download our SOP for creating SOPs with the shownotes! 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/49 📝 Read the Transcript 📝

In this episode, I'm sharing my top three tips for overcoming procrastination and accomplishing your biggest goals. Plus, I'm throwing in a bonus tip that's sure to get you started on that one project you've been putting off. Trust me, these strategies are a game-changer! 📒 Episode Notes 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/48 📝 Read the Transcript 📝

In this episode, we're exploring ten business models that can give you the flexibility to work anytime and anywhere. These business models can allow you to pursue your passions, generate income, and create a lifestyle that aligns with your values. But where do you start? One small step at a time.

Are you a creative entrepreneur looking to build a supportive community while generating recurring revenue? In this episode, I explore the world of membership sites and how they can help you unlock the power of both. She discusses the types of memberships available, the importance of starting simple, and the platforms and tools available for creating and managing membership sites. Listen in as I share my experience growing my alumni membership Flourish, and how it's evolved over the years, plus my tips for creatives looking to start a membership. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/46 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

In this episode I'm joined by my friend and respected mentor, Stu McClaren, who's sharing his wisdom on why the membership model is the way forward for businesses—especially for creative professionals like us. Get ready to dive into a lively chat about the many perks of memberships, including the stability, accountability, and sense of community they offer for both entrepreneurs and their customers. This episode is brimming with valuable tips and guidance for anyone considering a membership model for their creative venture. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/45 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

In this episode, I'm diving deep into one of the most powerful aspects of my mastermind intensives – the hotseat. While they might seem intimidating at first, hotseats can become pivotal moments for your business and decision-making process. I'll share my top five tips for conducting a successful hotseat and explain how you can adapt this concept for use in masterminds, peer groups, or even small gatherings of friends or fellow entrepreneurs. By establishing an effective flow for hot seats, you can unlock one of the most impactful ways to receive valuable feedback on your work. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/44 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

Planning an in-person event can be daunting, but it doesn't have to be! In this episode of The Professional Creative, I share my step-by-step process for planning a successful mastermind intensive. From surveys, workshop content, catering, last-minute tasks, finding the right venue, to creating a balanced schedule, I cover everything you need to know to create a memorable and effective event. Be sure to checkout the shownotes to get my FREE intensive-planning template. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/43 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

In this episode, I'm sharing about my personal approach to a "daily brain dump" practice that has transformed my approach to to-do lists, and how it has helped me to transition from work to personal life, clear mental bandwidth, improve creativity, and reduce mental fatigue. Listen along for tips on how to establish this habit and simple methods for incorporating it. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/42 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

In this episode, we discuss how to create a successful nurture sequence for your email list.Listen in for 15 practical tips on how to write effective nurture sequence emails that will engage your audience, provide value, and ultimately help grow your business. Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your current email marketing strategy, this episode has something for you. Don't miss out on our freebie, 100 ideas for your nurture sequence, available with the shownotes! Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/41 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

In this episode of the Professional Creative Podcast, I'm sharing 12 tips that can help you evaluate your work and improve your skills as an artist. By following these tips, you can learn to evaluate your work critically and create pieces that you're proud to share with the world. You can download the tips as a free printable guide to reference as you review your work—Find it with the shownotes. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/40 📝 Read the Transcript 📝

Whether you're an artist, writer, designer, or any other type of creative professional, root habits can help you achieve your goals and maintain a healthy balance in life. In this episode, we explore the concept of root habits and how they can help us build a successful, balanced, and fulfilling life both personally and professionally. By establishing and maintaining these habits, we can create a stronger foundation for personal and business development, leading to a more sustainable and thriving creative career. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/39 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

Have you ever caught yourself saying "I don't have time" when it comes to things that are important to you? In this episode, you'll learn how to take control of your schedule and achieve your goals with a simple but powerful mindset shift. I'm sharing my personal experience of reframing my time and how changing your language can help you prioritize your tasks and activities, increase productivity, and unlock your full potential as a creative entrepreneur. Discover practical tips and techniques to better manage your limited hours and create space for the things that truly matter to you most. 📒 Episode Notes 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/38 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://bit.ly/3XFdyCL ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

If you're like me, as a creative entrepreneur, you're always wondering what you should do next and how best you can serve your audience. But instead of wondering, we simply need to ask. Surveying our audience, regardless of their size is the best way to make sure what you're creating is in alignment with what they're needing, and in this episode I'm going to share the benefits of surveying your audience and how I've used survey results to propel my business and offerings.

In this episode of The Professional Creative, I'm discussing the question we've all received: Can I pick your brain?—and how to navigate it. Whether you're a beginner, a busy creative, or a successful business owner, you can respond intentionally and kindly while honoring your own boundaries and managing expectations. Download your free One-on-One Consultation Questionnaire so you can get the answers you need to deliver personalized advice and resource. Find shownotes and download here: https://professionalcreative.com/blog/36

Today, I want to share my experience on setting boundaries in creative businesses. As a creative entrepreneur, it's important to establish boundaries to maintain a healthy work-life balance and prevent burnout. I've implemented three types of boundaries: checking in on the business, what to say yes or no to, and receiving feedback. Establishing these boundaries has helped me manage my time and energy more effectively and has contributed to a greater sense of wellbeing and success in both my professional and personal life. Shownotes: https://professionalcreative.com/blog/35

In this episode, I share four impactful books for your life and business. Here's a brief summary of the books mentioned: Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martel: This book teaches you how to calculate your hourly worth and use it to hire out tasks in your business, allowing you to focus on growth and what you love most. Two Weeks Notice by Amy Porterfield: Ideal for those starting an online business, Amy offers logical, step-by-step actions to establish and generate income. Check out episode 28 for an interview with Amy. The Power to Change by Craig Groeschel: This book, written by a pastor, explores habit-forming and lasting change. It emphasizes that identity transformation is key to creating new habits that serve your life well. High Performance Habits by Brendan Burchard: Covering six unexpected habits of high performers, this book focuses on developing leadership skills and becoming a better leader. I'd love to hear about your favorite books and how they've impacted your life. Find me on Instagram or visit professionalcreative.com/blog/34 for links to the books mentioned.

Discover the power of engaging alumni in your online courses as experts and guides, enhancing the learning experience for all participants. In this episode, we dive into the recruitment process, training, and the benefits of integrating alumni into your course support structure. Learn how this approach creates a strong sense of community and enhances your brand's reach. Visit professionalcreative.com/blog/33 for a detailed breakdown and valuable resources to help you build your own support team. https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/33

In this episode, I talk about how asking a simple question can transform your approach to creative work. I encourage listeners to evaluate the quality and value of their work by asking one simple question. By doing so, our work becomes more personal and a reflection of our soul. This can make it feel more vulnerable, but also more beautiful, and can help strengthen our signature style. I share my own experience of how this simple question helped me mature as a designer and create work with intention. Visit the professionalcreative.com for shownotes and past episodes!

In this episode of the Professional Creative Podcast, Bonnie Christine discusses the impact of staying in a fear-based mindset on both creative practice and business. She offers practical advice on how to shift to an abundance-based mindset, including identifying fear-based mindsets and reframing them into abundance-based mindsets. Adopting an abundance-based mindset can help increase creativity, encourage experimentation, and accelerate growth. For more information, check out the show notes at professionalcreative.com/blog/31.

In this episode, I share my personal experience of pursuing a career in creativity and offer insights on how to confidently pursue a career in the arts. I discuss the challenges of pursuing creative careers and the importance of standing in your power and confidence when people don't take you seriously. I provide five main points to help listeners understand why a career in creativity is a real job that should be taken seriously, including how the definition of a real job is changing, the essential role of art and creativity in the human experience, and the profitability of pursuing a creative career. Lastly, I encourage listeners to pursue their passions and confidently proclaim their identity as an artist or creative entrepreneur. Check out the show notes at https://professionalcreative.com/blog/30 for more details on the episode.

Join Sarah Watts and I as we have a conversation around art and marketing. As artists, we solve problems and bring joy to the world and to people's homes. We're in the business of doing legacy work. Listen in to see how we can change the world, one design at a time. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/29 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide Meet Sarah Watts Sarah is an illustrator and business owner based in Atlanta, GA. She graduated from Ringling College in 2008 with a BFA in Illustration. She landed her first job at Carter's/OshKosh, and then went on to design for International Greetings. In 2011, Sarah left the corporate world to pursue her work in art licensing and book illustration. She was always passionate about working for herself and running her own business. She spent several years illustrating kids books for various publishers through Red Fox Literary such as Penguin Books and Random House. She also licensed art to gift and stationery companies like Hallmark, Piccolina Kids and American Greetings who sell goods internationally. Sarah co-owns the company Craftedmoon with her husband Scott, specializing in eco-friendly stationery and gifts for the crafty homebody. They have more recently launched a school division of the brand called School for Misfit Makers. Sarah specializes in teaching Adobe Photoshop, ink techniques and Procreate. With teaching, Sarah loves to empower people to see their potential in working in the arts and how they can make a living doing what they love. When she is not teaching, Sarah designs fabric for the prestigious new brand called Ruby Star Society, who is a division of Moda Fabrics. Designing fabric is Sarah's biggest licensing passion. Sarah is a new mother to two bright young women, Willow and Violet. She and her husband enjoy Halloween and love dressing up as a family with the kids. Sarah loves animals, black coffee and making people laugh.

When Amy Porterfield and I started out on our respective entrepreneurial journeys, we didn't have a framework or path to follow—so we created it for ourselves. In this episode, I'm joined by Amy Porterfield to talk about her new book Two Weeks Notice. Amy is on a mission to guide new entrepreneurs and walk them step by step through building a business, and her new book is required reading to help you do just that. Listen as we discuss how Amy left the corporate world behind, what she's learned along the way, and some of the key steps from her journey you can start applying to your own business today. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/28 📝 Read the Transcript 📝

In this episode, I'm sharing a simple hack that helped me make the transition from dreaming to doing. If you have a big (maybe scary) dream or goal, this is for you. I share my personal journey from going from being a dreamer to a doer. I talk about my background growing up in a creative house, my passion for entrepreneurship, and how I eventually found my calling in the creative industry as a surface designer.

No matter what you create, the art of gathering inspiration is a key skill that will set you and your work apart. Not only can our inspirations help us develop our signature style, but it can also contribute to how we feel as artists. Inspiration is truly everywhere, and in this episode we'll be diving deep into the art of gathering inspiration for anything you create as an artist and creative entrepreneur. When you actively look for inspiration, even ordinary things become infused with possibility and potential. So put your inspiration goggles on, and let's dive in! 📒 Episode Notes, Links & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/26 📝 Read the Transcript 📝

We all have struggles and obstacles that hold us back in our creative careers. But what if we looked at those struggles as weeds, and the solutions as seeds? In this episode, we discuss eight common weeds that creatives face, and the seeds we can plant in their place. 📒 Episode Notes, Links, & Resources 📒 https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/25 📝 Read the Transcript 📝 Connect with Bonnie: ▸ ONLINE | http://bonniechristine.com ▸ INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/bonniechristine ▸ 60x60 | 60 WAYS TO CREATE INCOME FROM YOUR ART | https://www.bonniechristine.com/income ▸ FREE SURFACE DESIGN GUIDE | https://www.bonniechristine.com/guide

When you're first starting out as a creative entrepreneur, you might feel frustrated that you're behind. In this episode, I'm sharing 10 lessons learned during the year I spent doing nothing but creating patterns, and the lasting impact on making the most of the beginning stages of your business. Get the shownotes: https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/24

Investing in yourself as a creative entrepreneur and business owner can have a significant impact on your ability to learn and grow consistently. In this episode, I'm sharing three different areas you can invest in for more productivity, higher levels of success, and, an increased quality of life. Get the shownotes: https://www.professionalcreative.com/blog/23 Watch 60x60: Where 60 successful artists, illustrators and surface designers share how they create income from their artwork in just 60 seconds: https://www.bonniechristine.com/income