Creative Underneath

Here's what you'll learn in today's episode: -A simple way to recognize an invisible rule you're following -What those kids said in high school DOES affect you - but it doesn't have to -"Have I just been wasting my time?" What happens when your identity shifts -Amanda's current identity struggle If you like this episode, don't forget to leave a rating and a review on iTunes! To learn how to write the rules for your own life, follow me on Facebook and Instagram @Creative Underneath

Amelia is the founder of Stoked Yogi, a business that combines her passions of yoga, spirituality, and the water. She runs classes and teacher trainings for stand up paddleboard yoga that are highly sought after, and she's now forging the path into a new kind of yoga teacher training that hasn't been done before. You'll get to hear about how Amelia built her dream business, the surfing accident that almost left her paralyzed, and how she handled the fears that threatened to keep her from everything she's built today.   What you'll learn: The questions to ask yourself when what you want seems out of reach The biggest thing that held Amelia back from fully committing to her business that's stopping you in your creative tracks too A powerful mindset shift that can keep you on track even when the unexpected happens Thanks so much for listening! If you like this episode, please subscribe to the show and leave a rating and a review. Follow me on social media: Facebook - Creative Underneath Facebook - Amanda

Here's a new series on the podcast called Artist to Artist! This is where I'll be sharing with you how to actually build a creative career on your terms, both from my own experience and the experiences of the other artists I bring on the show.   In this first episode, I'm joined by a longtime friend of mine, Brittany Djie Mills. Though Brittany pursued acting and I pursued music, our experiences of trying to "make it" were strikingly similar. But what we struggled with most had nothing to do with acting or music at all.   What you'll hear: The thing you're doing now that's holding you back from doing what you REALLY want to do Outwardly putting on a show when really, you're dying inside If I'm not an actor, who am I? Brittany opens up about her nervous breakdown

Up and Coming - A new series! This is where I get to put the spotlight on some really incredible creators who have taken the first steps towards pursuing their own purposeful careers and are on track towards building something incredible.   Episode 1: Ellie Morrison of the life and style blog Oh, Eleanora   After being unexpectedly and unceremoniously let go from her corporate job, Ellie decided to take her future into her own hands. Fueled by a new mission in life, she turned a lackluster blog into a growing force to be reckoned with. Through her various digital media outlets, she shares her experiences, her flaws, and her advice about everything from career to personal style, empowering her readers and her listeners to create the lives they want to lead. Ellie is a storyteller, brand consultant, and entrepreneur who, after years of feeling like a square peg in a round hole, has finally stepped into her calling - and has the audience to back her up. With her relentless work ethic and inspiring pres

Jeremy started and built his student leadership consulting business while still working full time as a high school band director. Over the past 15 years, SASI has grown exponentially - what started out as a series of Texas-based camps for student leaders in band has now become a nationwide force to be reckoned with. Not only does he work with all kinds of student organizations, but has expanded his business to provide trainings for adult groups, organizations, and businesses as well. Jeremy eventually quit his job as a band director and now runs SASI full time.   Here's what you'll learn in today's episode: Why starting a business only AFTER you've discovered your passion won't work, and what to do instead Facing the "F" word - the way to fail so your business continues to thrive year after year The "it" factor that will keep people paying you for your services again and again HOW to start a business with a full time job, long hours, and a family   And more! Find more about Jeremy and SASI at http

In this inaugural episode, I'm talking with the world renowned tubist Andrew Hitz, former tuba player of a brass quintet called Boston Brass. After 14 years, he left the group to pursue his own entrepreneurial projects, which included founding a digital media company called Pedal Note media, launching 2 podcasts, and writing a series of instrument-specific educational books for band directors. He continues playing as a solo tubist and speaks about music business and entrepreneurship all around the country. Here's what you'll hear in today's episode: How to find your place when the market is getting crowded What becoming an expert really means (there IS a time to stop learning) What NOT to do when you're trying to build your audience The unfair advantage YOU have and how to discover it What makes you INVALUABLE to potential collaborators What makes a person voluntarily separate themselves from their money to put it into your hands And more! Find more about Andrew and The Entrepreneurial Musician podcast at&n