Have you ever felt that nagging feeling that something's just not right in your career? That maybe you're on the wrong path, even if it's one you've invested time and effort into? Today's guest, Nedda Sarshar, knows that feeling all too well. Once on the path to becoming a lawyer, Nedda made a bold leap to follow her passion for filmmaking.Nedda's journey is a testament to the power of trusting your gut and embracing uncertainty. She shares her experiences navigating the challenges of career ...
I am taking a brief hiatus for the summer and recharge. We’ll be back in the fall with more hot takes on creative career. I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to you for your continued support and engagement. Stay tuned, stay creative, and enjoy your summer!Connect with UsLooking for 1:1 coaching support in the fall? Check out my two signature programs and book a call for September. xiebetty.com/coachingWhat's your creative career archetype? Take this quiz embraced and loved by thousan...
Have you ever wondered how therapists manage their busy schedules and avoid burnout? In this episode of Start Your Day With, I chat with Vera Cheng,a registered social worker, psychotherapist, seasoned speaker, and the founder of Talk Therapy with Vera. Vera shares her experience transitioning from long, exhausting workdays to a more structured schedule that prioritizes her well-being.Tune in to learn from Vera's experience and gain valuable insights for your own journey.About Vera:&nbs...
What's the difference between coaching and therapy? When is it best to seek therapy support, and when is it best to seek career coaching support?I've certainly talked about this before, but I've always been curious about how a therapist would articulate the difference. So I invited Vera Cheng, a registered social worker, psychotherapist, and founder of Talk Therapy with Vera, to share her expertise. In this episode, Vera opens up about her own healing journey and shares some really prac...
How do you create work-life balance as a creative professional? In this minisode, Start Your Day With, we're chatting with Stephanie Draker, a Toronto-based arts manager, about her daily routines and rituals. Stephanie shares how she balances the demands of her work with her personal life, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and staying connected to her creative purpose. Tune in for practical tips and inspiration on how to create a fulfilling and sus...
How do you navigate the twist and turns of a creative career?It's not uncommon for artists to find themselves wearing multiple hats, shifting between creative roles and arts administration. My guest today, Stephanie Draker, shares her inspiring journey from being a working artist to becoming a successful arts manager. Stephanie's story is a testament to the power of transferable skills, resilience, and embracing the unexpected.Tune in to this episode to gain valuable insights into navigating ...
Join me in this mini =-episode of “Start Your Day with…” as I sit down with the incredible Javelin, a multi-talented creative who juggles coaching, film industry advocacy, and acting. Javelin shares their secrets to crafting an intentional workday that embraces flexibility and prioritizes well-being.About Javelin: Javelin Laurence is a Coach, Educator, and Storyteller with a special interest in neurodivergent world building. They consider themselves an alchemist, transmuting the raw mate...
Have you ever felt like you're not allowed to have more than one passion? Or that you have to choose just one creative endeavour to be successful? If so, this episode is for you. My guest today is Javelin, an actor, coach, educator, and storyteller. Javelin knows firsthand what it's like to feel like you have to choose just one path. For years, they focused solely on their acting career, believing that was the only way to be successful. But eventually, they gave themselves the permission to b...
Ever felt the thrill of ditching the 9-to-5 for the freedom of freelancing, only to realize it's not all rainbows and butterflies? If your creative hustle is feeling more like a never-ending grind, you're not alone. I've been there, and so have many of the amazing creatives I work with. But here's the good news: freelancing doesn't have to be another soul-sucking job.In this episode, I'm diving deep into the three telltale signs that your freelancing career is veering into toxic territory. We...
In this episode of Start Your Day with a Creative, I sit down with the amazing Cristal Buemi to explore her daily routine and how she stays inspired and productive. From her morning rituals to her end-of-day practices, Cristal offers a glimpse into how she structures her workweek and maintains her creative energy. Whether she's teaching, working on personal projects, or taking care of client work, Cristal's approach to balancing her diverse roles is both insightful and inspiring.About Cristal...
Have you ever felt trapped in a career that drains your creativity rather than fuels it? Meet Cristal Buemi, a Puerto Rican-Canadian multidisciplinary artist whose work spans from stop motion animation, video art, photography to collage and digital design. In this episode, I chat with Cristal about her incredible journey of career transformation. Cristal shares her early experiences working in broadcast TV, the challenges she faced, and the pivotal moment when she realized her true call...
Today, we're chatting with Kar, also known as sketchykarr, who juggles her role as an illustrator and running a unique bottle shop in London. In this new episode of Start Your Day with a Creative, Kar shares insights into her non-typical weeks that blend job hunting, managing her business, and finding time for creativity.Listen in to learn how Kar starts her day to fuel her creativity, the strategies she uses to wind down, and her personal tips for getting into the creative zone. Whether you'...
Are you at a crossroads in your career, feeling stuck or unfulfilled? This episode explores the challenges and rewards of reinventing one's career with artist and small business owner Kar Wong. In this episode, Kar opens up about the highs and lows of leaving a stable job to pursue her creative and entrepreneurial aspirations. She shares the reality of managing a growing art account on social media, the complexities of working with family in a new business, and the ongoing challenges of...
In the first episode of the new season, I am going to share with you the 5 key tips to mindfully reinvent your career. These are tried and tested tips that I’ve used with my coaching clients when supporting them to go through a major career change or switch. Key Takeaways:00:00 Intro 4:31 Embracing Mindful Reinvention 10:21 Dangers of Reinvention 12:20 Key Tips on Mindful Reinvention 13:54 Tip 1: Don’t burn everything down16:38 Tip 2: Dare to dream 21:05 Tip 3: B...
I am back from travels and bringing back to you a new beginning of the podcast. On Season 2 of the Everyday Talent Podcast, we are thinking, talking, and exploring a much needed topic: career reinvention. Stay tuned for more episodes to come. About BettyBetty Xie is a creative and a career coach for creative. Her 1:1 coaching program has helped photographers, filmmakers, visual artists, arts leaders, and arts consultants to design and implement intentional growth in their practice so that the...
On this bonus episode, the table is turned and I am being interviewed by Cheryl Lau, coach and host of the Thought Leader Club podcast. I open up about the experiences of quitting in my life and career journey. For the first time on the podcast, I take you back - way back - to my back story of how I chose the creative path, and my struggle between choosing that seems to be sure path to “success”, and what I truly wanted to do. Key Takeaways:00:00 Intro 06:55 From Pressure to Freedom...
This week on the Everyday Talent Podcast, I'm thrilled to have Onika Powell, Artistic Director of VIBE Arts, join me for an inspiring conversation about carving your own creative path and building a fulfilling career in the arts.Onika shares her incredible journey – from dancer to choreographer to arts leader – and how she navigated the challenges and opportunities that came her way. We dive into the delicate balance between following your passions and making strategic career choices, a...
If you’ve been listening to the last few episodes, you've heard snippets of my digital nomad lifestyle—what you haven't heard is the nitty-gritty of how my bank account makes this possible. It's time to talk about money again. As I reflect on my financial strategies that set me up for success in trying out the digital nomad life, I realize these strategies can apply generally to any medium goal setting and implementation. Whether you’re thinking about how to raise the necessary funds to achie...
Whether you're sketching in a sunlit square or scripting your next project under the stars, the freedom of the digital nomad life can seem like the ultimate dream. But do you know what lies beneath the surface? I invite you to join me as I debunk some common misconceptions and share essential insights into the nomadic lifestyle. With a candid look into the life of a digital nomad, I'll reveal the three vital considerations that often go overlooked. Drawing from my own travels and tribulations...
Can you work less, live more, and still find profound fulfillment in your work? I've found my answer as I travel and work, and I'm excited to share it with you! In today's episode, we're exploring the digital nomad lifestyle here in Taipei. We'll dive into three pivotal things that made this journey possible, take a glance at what my workdays now look like, unpack a few remote work surprises (the good and the bad), and discuss how we can reshape our view of work to be more purposeful and less...