The Creative Diaries Podcast
The Creative Diaries Podcast
Podcast Description
Are you a creative looking for real, unfiltered insights into the creative journey? Creative Diaries is the podcast for you! Hosted by designer Dimitra Tzanos, each week we dive into the human side of creativity, exploring the highs, lows, and everything in between. Through honest conversations with designers, artists, and dreamers, we uncover the challenges, breakthroughs, and lessons that shape their paths. From mindset and the creative process to branding & marketing, and the role of emerging tools like AI, this podcast offers actionable takeaways to help you grow. Tune in each week for inspiration, fresh perspectives, and the encouragement you need to keep creating.
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The podcast focuses on the emotional and practical aspects of creativity, addressing themes such as personal growth, overcoming limiting beliefs, imposter syndrome, resilience in the face of rejection, and competition among artists. Episodes include discussions on strategies for navigating self-doubt, the impact of social media, and celebrating personal milestones, with practical advice to enhance listeners' own creative journeys.

Are you a creative looking for real, unfiltered insights into the creative journey? Creative Diaries is the podcast for you! Hosted by designer Dimitra Tzanos, each week we dive into the human side of creativity, exploring the highs, lows, and everything in between. Through honest conversations with designers, artists, and dreamers, we uncover the challenges, breakthroughs, and lessons that shape their paths. From mindset and the creative process to branding & marketing, and the role of emerging tools like AI, this podcast offers actionable takeaways to help you grow. Tune in each week for inspiration, fresh perspectives, and the encouragement you need to keep creating.
In this conversation, Rebecca Jane Woolbright shares her journey from running a beach rental business to creating and selling washi tape. She discusses the challenges and magic of starting with a small product, the importance of layering income streams in a creative business, and how education has become a significant source of income. Rebecca also emphasizes the need for organization and automation to manage the mental load of running multiple ventures, and she shares practical tips for scaling a creative business effectively. In this conversation, Rebecca Woolbright shares her insights on managing a creative business, emphasizing the importance of regaining control over one’s work, the role of art agents, and the balance of multiple income streams. She discusses the onboarding process with agents, the significance of organization, and the power of choice in creative endeavors. Rebecca also highlights the need for a solid foundation when starting a business and the importance of passion in pursuing creative projects.
Key Takeaways:
- Starting with a small product like washi tape can teach valuable lessons about creativity and business.
- Layering different income streams allows for creative freedom and financial stability.
- Education has become a significant income source for many creatives.
- Automation can help manage the mental load of running multiple business aspects.
- Building relationships and follow-ups are crucial in wholesale outreach.
- Organization is key to managing your creative work.
- Balancing multiple income streams can be challenging but rewarding.
- It’s important to have a solid product before expanding.
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