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The Hidden Creator Metric That Changes Everything
Hey Creator,
Most creators struggle to grow their audience—not because their content isn’t good, but because it doesn’t resonate.
You put in hours of effort, publish your work, and… nothing. A few likes, maybe a “great job” comment, but no real engagement. No real impact.
But when you truly reson...
Mar 02, 2025
4 Reasons You Procrastinate (And How to Stop)
Hey Creator,
Procrastination happens.
You tell yourself you’ll start tomorrow… but tomorrow comes and goes.
Days turn into weeks, and that creative project you were so excited about? Still sitting on the back burner.
Why does this keep happening? More importantly—how do you break free?
In this ep...
Feb 23, 2025
🎙️ The Unexpected Perks of Reaching Out
Hey Creator,
Ever feel stuck in your creative journey? Like no matter what you do, you’re not growing your audience or making meaningful connections?
You’re not alone. Many creators hit a wall when trying to build their platform and network. But what if I told you there’s a surprisingly simple wa...
Feb 18, 2025
🎤 Struggling to Write a Book with a Full-Time Job?
Hey Creator,
You dream of writing a book, but let’s be real—between your job, family, and everything else on your plate, it feels impossible.
You tell yourself, I’ll start when things slow down.
But they never do.
Dr. Luissa K knows this struggle all too well. As a medical director, single mom, a...
Feb 16, 2025
Why Deadlines Are Your Secret Weapon for Creativity 🎯
Hey Creator,
Ever feel like you’re not creating enough—or that perfectionism keeps holding you back?
Here’s the truth💥: You don’t create enough to be excellent.
That’s not a dig—it’s a challenge! The best creators are prolific, and one thing they all have in common? Deadlines.
From musicians and ...
Feb 09, 2025
The Secret to Endless Energy as a Creator đź’ˇ
Hey Creator,
Ever feel like your creative energy is a rollercoaster—some days you’re on fire, and other days you’re completely drained? 🚀➡️💨
You’re not alone. The truth is, your daily habits either fuel your energy or slowly drain it away. The best creators don’t rely on motivation alone—they bui...
Feb 02, 2025
Successful Creators Turn Imposter Syndrome Into Their Superpower
Hey Creator,
Do you ever feel like you’re faking it, that your audience or peers will “find you out”? You’re not alone. Every creator faces imposter syndrome at some point in their journey—but here’s the good news: it doesn’t have to hold you back.
In this week’s episode of Creators That Crush, w...
Jan 26, 2025
Crushed vs Confident: What Makes a Successful Creator?
Hey Creators,
Happy New Year! 🎉 I hope your 2025 is off to a fantastic start. It’s been an exciting start to the year here, with some big updates to share!
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The Big News: “Creators That Crush” Is Here!
I’m thrilled to announce the rebranding of the podcast to “Creators That Crush”—the podcast th...
Jan 19, 2025
What’s Your Next Bold Move?
Hey there, Revolutionary!Â
Have you ever wondered if there’s more to your day-to-day than the routine, or if your work could resonate on a deeper level—not just for others but also for you?
That’s the heart of what I call “The Meaningful Revolution.” It’s more than just a phrase; it’s a movement...
Oct 29, 2024
What To Do When You Reach A Deadline And Don't Like The Quality Of Your Work
Hey Revolutionaries,
Have you ever struggled with a decision to release a blog, podcast, youtube video, or article you didn't LOVE, but you were at your deadline?
That was me this week.
I had some interviews that got moved, and so my backlog of podcast episodes got used up. I spend four days wor...
Oct 07, 2024
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How to Get More Done In 1 Week Than Most Do In 12
Hey Revolutionaries,
Our ability to effectively and sustainably create is the key to our success as podcasters, YouTubers, and writers.
For example, the past two weeks have been a whirlwind. I was recovering from COVID while hosting a close friend who was in town. To truly “take a break,” I had ...
Sep 30, 2024
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How to Handle Disappointment in Your Creative Work
Hey Revolutionaries,
As we work and build our meaningful movements, we will inevitably run into disappointment, or the times we don’t like the work we are doing, the results we are getting others, or the results we are getting ourselves. Or disappointed we didnt perform the way we wanted because...
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Sep 23, 2024
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