dear Creative,: Recent Episodes
Martina Gordeen
Think love letters but for your career. In this podcast, Martina Gordeen, uses her personal experience to help creative entrepreneurs unpack and prepare for the unexpected challenges that arise when trying to navigate your career in the social media generation. Therapy, dating, client/work drama - nothing is off-limits because why should it be?
In this episode, Martina Gordeen chats with photographer and university student, Mia Peltier. Mia, mostly known for event photography and work with LinkUp TV, shares how her dad helped her get her start in the industry teaching her the basics of photography & client management.We talk about how we met, networking in the club as a photographer, toxic eating habits and the ego struggles that come with being micromanaged.
In this episode, Martina sits down and discusses how she's changed her mindset, rekindled old relationships and gained the confidence to own the fact that she’s a multifaceted creative in the last few weeks and how you can do the same too.
In this episode, Martina Gordeen chats with Nelson Adeoti, a previous client and serial entrepreneur. Nelson, mostly known for founding the music platform 9Bills also works as a football coach, property manager, and runs another platform called NelsAdulting 101.
We talk about setting infinite goals, money management, and financial education for all, and whether he feels being a jack of all trades is a good thing.
"The industry never sleeps" is something you've probably heard before and whilst that may be their decision, it doesn't have to be yours. Jazmyne and I chat about how we try to set boundaries and show up as our best selves in an industry that might make it feel impossible.
Today, 25th January 2021 marks my 23rd birthday - a year that I believe will change my life for the best.
In the week's episode, I reflect on the lessons I learnt as a 21/22-year-old, share my hopes for the year and how I also prepped for all the things I wish to accomplish. Despite living in a pandemic, I've been blessed in a multitude of ways and for that - I'll forever be grateful.
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In this week's episode, we discuss my decision to quit my full-time job in PR to focus on my business, reflect on the last year whilst also providing you with some actionable tips for how to prepare yourself to take the leap of faith.
Remember, life is too short to spend it not working on your dreams.
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For this week's episode, I sat down with one of my closest friends, Olivia James, to discuss how she shot her shot in my DMs and all the beautiful things that blossomed from that. We also shared some tips on how to shoot your shot online and secure the bag whilst creating mutually beneficial relationships.
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For a long time, I thought saying 'no' was a bad thing but it's not. Saying 'no' is a great way to establish your boundaries and gain respect from others. In this episode, I go through the 4 moments that require you to say no and also give you example responses that you can use in your day-to-day life. The time for being a people pleaser is over, it's time to put yourself first.
Have you ever been stuck in a rut for an unGodly period of time even though you've tried to do everything your power to overcome it? Or have you ever questioned why you were chosen for a particular opportunity when other candidates had more experience? I think we all have and that's why we're starting this season tackling creative block and imposter syndrome. Everyone experiences it and after a while, it gets frustrating.
In this episode, Martina shares some of her experiences with the two and the tricks she's learnt through therapy that have allowed her to overcome each episode.