career advice

Checks and Balances is Always Important

“It’s looking back at it and asking myself if I enjoy it because that’s why I put these things out, right?”

Hear fellow Let’s Get Candid podcast host Crystal Leung describe how reflecting on past work is a good tool to discern what you enjoy or do not enjoy to improve in the future.

This podcast hosts candid conversations about the highs and lows of life through a guest’s perspective on interesting topics.

Listen to this episode again as we discuss how switching careers can be beneficial and how trying new activities can help you discover your desired career. We also discuss the issues that live event companies face during the COVID lockdown and the unique tips to host and market virtual events.

Listen to episode 40 here: Switching Careers, Handling Virtual Events, And Finding Happiness In What You Do

Finding Your True North

“If you can find your true north first, everything is gonna fall into place, because, things are gonna make sense into your mind.”

This quote from our podcast episode with “Just Trek Podcast” podcast host and producer Justin Rimon offers advice for companies and individuals discovering and growing their brand.

Justin is also an event producer, experiential marketer, former manager of the popular dance group, I.aM.mE, and former community manager at Trip.com. 

Listen to this insightful episode again as we explore topics surrounding community engagement, networking, and finding your true north.

Link to episode 38 on Apple Podcasts here: Authentic Community Growth, Fitness & Creativity, And The Importance Of Finding Your True North

Switching Careers, Handling Virtual Events, And Finding Happiness In What You Do

Our next podcast guest brings a rich perspective on career development. In addition to being a professional event planner, Crystal Leung is also a podcaster to the Let’s Get Candid podcast. This podcast hosts candid conversations about the highs and lows of life through a guest’s perspective on interesting topics.

Listen to this episode as we discuss how switching careers can be beneficial and how trying new activities to help you discover your desired career. We also discuss the issues that live event companies face during the COVID lockdown and the unique tips to host and market virtual events.

Listen to episode 40 here: Switching Careers, Handling Virtual Events, And Finding Happiness In What You Do

A Quality Film Will Evoke Emotion And Send A Clear Message

“Sometimes I feel we are not aware of our chances of being alive and in good health, and overall being able to do whatever we want when in some countries people are not free. So movies sometimes can put you in such a state of awareness. People really went through hard things in life and in documentaries you’re like wow.”

The quote came from Valentin Salembier when he described how powerful good movies can be for viewers, as quality production could influence our emotions and send a message to our imaginative minds. Valentin Salembier is a director of photography and the owner of Oseku Lightning. Revisit this podcast episode to hear our discussion on the different roles in the camera department in film production, how his experience as a photographer translated to film, basics of lighting, the difference between French and American filmmaking, and how movies helped him go through tough times in his life.

The full episode s Available Here- Film Lighting & Camera Department Basics, How Photography Helped Him With Lighting Films, and Using Film As a Companion

Staying Authentic In Your Artwork

“It’s important to be free of what you think, I think it is important not to follow too much of what is cool at this time. Fashion, or whatever is cool, it’s for a moment, it’s not forever”. Simona Pavan’s quote reflects her belief that you shouldn’t have to follow trends to be an artist. Her advice serves as a strong reminder for any artists to stay authentic in their artworks. Simona is a seasoned photographer whose resume includes working with reputable brands such as Gucci, Nike, Reebok, and many more! Revisit this episode to hear us discuss topics such as how to keep your voice when working with brands, not taking art too seriously while having fun with it and not following trends in art so that your artwork can remain authentic.

The full episode is available under Creative Haven on iTunes Here - Fighting to Keep Your Creative Vision When Working With Brands and Not Taking Your Art Too Seriously To Enjoy The Process

Scaling Up A Side Hustle To A Full-Time Business, Staying Ahead With Innovation, And The Scope For Podcasting As A Business

Tune in and listen to our latest podcast episode featuring Ryan Helms! As a seasoned podcaster, Ryan is the founder of three podcast shows - Legacy Podcasting, Melville.App, and Hustle To Freedom Podcast. We had the opportunity to discuss his journey from a typical 9-5 job with a side hustle, to his switch full time as a podcaster and in the content business. Additionally, we delved into the importance of delegating to scale your business and why your company needs to continually evolve its offering to stay ahead of the competition.  

The full episode is on Apple Podcasts at Creative Haven Here: Scaling Up A Side Hustle To A Full-Time Business, Staying Ahead With Innovation, And The Scope For Podcasting As A Business

A Friendly And Positive Demeanor Counts

“Don’t just show up to a shoot, then don’t ever say goodbye, leave and be like “here are you files”. I’ve dealt with so many other filmmakers, they just have bad attitudes... that’s not the way to be. Be cool because it comes back”.

That quote came from Michael Reiken’s take on how a friendly demeanor goes a long way at an interview/work environment. Michael Reiken is a filmmaker and an entrepreneur that runs a media company called Aristokat Media. Additionally, he owns a teeth whitening company called White Smile. Revisit this podcast interview to hear us discuss about making the best video content with inexpensive equipment, the importance of working at bigger companies to learn how to be a professional when you have your own business, remaining patient when building a company/product, and being okay with lower pay rate jobs to build a network and relationship with clients. 

The full episode is available here: Balancing Creativity With Business, Gaining Experience Through Office Jobs, And Taking Lower Rates For Strategic Networking

How Creativity Makes Us More Human

“You’ll have a middle-class predictable job if you have domain expertise and something technical - but if you actually want to lead in that world, then you’ll need to have a set of skills or a set of aptitude that we associate with the humanities. Creativity among them” This is a clip of Alec Ross speaking out about how having creativity is what divides us from artificial intelligence and helps us stand among others in the workforce. Alec Ross was the Senior Advisor of Innovation for Hillary Clinton while she was Secretary of State and is a technology policy expert who wrote the New York Times bestseller “The Industries of The Future”. This podcast interview includes talks about how technology can desensitize creativity, why creativity is still important to humans as we progress along advancing technologies, and how exercising can help you get out of a rut and boost creativity. 

The Full Episode is available on Apple Podcasts on Creative Haven here: Using Creativity To Distinguish Humans From Robotics and AI, While Utilizing Technology To Enhance our Artistic Expression

Fighting to Keep Your Creative Vision When Working With Brands and Not Taking Your Art Too Seriously To Enjoy The Process

Start this week off by listening to the newest episode of our podcast interview with Simona Pavan! She is an accomplished photographer who has worked with many notable clothing companies such as Gucci, Nike, Reebok, and more for advertising. Simona’s work has also been featured in exhibitions and books all around the world. Our discussion included on topics such as how to keep your voice when working with brands, not taking art too seriously while having fun with it and not following trends in art so that your artwork can remain authentic.   

The full episode is on Apple Podcasts at Creative Haven Here: Fighting to Keep Your Creative Vision When Working With Brands and Not Taking Your Art Too Seriously To Enjoy The Process

How To Transition Between Careers

“What are my goals and aspirations? What are my dreams for my life? And if you haven’t identified that, then you can kind of languish in something. And it might be time for that thing to be done.” The quote came from our interview with Joe Stolte as he described when he realized what he wanted to do in life and made changes in order to fulfill his purpose. Our conversation with Joe included topics such as focusing on your unique gifts to reach success, how the skills he acquired helped in business and entrepreneurship, and the importance of a positive mindset. The full episode is on Apple Podcasts on Creative Haven here: Unlocking Your Purpose, Focusing On Your Unique Gifts, Changing Mindsets for Success, and Using Hip Hop Skills To Succeed In Business.