“You have to show up. Creativity doesn’t just happen—you make it happen.”

In this episode, I speak with Rob Joyner, Senior Vice President of Business Development at Centerbase and a self-taught artist who turned a garage experiment into a thriving creative career. By day, Rob helps lead a legal tech company. By early morning, he’s in his studio, pushing the boundaries of abstract art with layers, texture, and movement.

Rob shares how painting became his way to manage anxiety, why early mornings are his secret weapon, and how a simple trip to Michael’s turned into a six-figure art business. He also talks about navigating parenthood while juggling multiple passions, building a brand without relying on galleries, and why saying yes led to a $36,000 day.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(01:00) Discovering art and the impact on anxiety

(02:58) The journey from hobby to professional artist

(05:00) Developing a unique artistic style

(07:00) The breakthrough moment in Rob’s art career

(09:00) Navigating the art world and gallery experiences

(12:00) The benefits of early morning creativity

(15:00) Balancing career, art, and family life

(18:00) How to find a meaningful hobby

(20:00) Prioritizing family while managing a career

(24:00) The importance of setting boundaries and being present

Connect with my guest:

Rob Joyner on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-joyner/

Explore Centerbase: https://centerbase.com/Rob Joyner on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paintedjoyner/

Explore Rob’s art: https://paintedjoyner.com/

Connect with me:

Kyle Lacy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylelacy/

Explore Docebo: https://www.docebo.com

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