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Everyday Talent Podcast

Betty Xie

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Frequency: 1 episode/13d. Total Eps: 74

An award winning podcast for creatives sick of aimless hustles and seeking new ways grow their career, practice, and business on their own terms. We connect with creatives who are rewriting the definition of success. If you’re wondering how to make a breakthrough in your creative career, you’ve come to the right place.

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S2EP10 Breaking the Starving Artist Mindset

Season 2 · Episode 10

Friday, November 1, 2024 • Duration 22:06

We're diving into a topic that stirs up a lot of mixed feelings: the "starving artist" mindset. That belief that real art has to come with sacrifice—financial and otherwise. Together, we’re taking a hard look at how this mindset seeps into our creative work, influencing how we see our own worth and what we’re "allowed" to earn.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Starving Artist Mindset

03:56 Understanding the Starving Artist Mindset

06:05 The Irony of Money Fixation

09:36 The Vicious Cycle of Being Chronically Underpaid

14:20 Separating Self-Worth from Income

This episode is also available on Youtube. Watch it here:

www.youtube.com/@bettyxcoach

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About Betty

Betty Xie is a creative and career coach for creatives. Her 1:1 coaching program has helped photographers, filmmakers, visual artists, arts leaders, and arts consultants to design and implement intentional growth in their practice so that they can make their art and make happier money. Check out her 1:1 coaching programs here: www.xiebetty.com/coaching

Subscribe to Passionate Enough, an e-newsletter for creative people refusing to compromise their life and wellbeing for aimless hustles. Be passionate enough and have a fulfilling career.

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S2EP9 Rethinking Finances for Creatives with Owais Lightwala

Season 2 · Episode 9

Friday, October 18, 2024 • Duration 45:50

Ever felt overwhelmed by the 'M' word (money!)? 🙋‍♀️ As creatives, we often navigate a tricky relationship with finances. It's not just about the numbers; it's about the emotional baggage, the lack of formal training, and the unpredictable nature of our work. But what if we could change the narrative?

Today, I'm thrilled to have Owais Lightwala on the show. He's not just a tech startup founder, but also a professor, theater producer, and the director of a multidisciplinary performance hub. Owais shares his fascinating career journey and the inspiration behind his startup, SAI, a platform designed to empower creators to take control of their finances.

Key Takeaways:

00:00 Intro
03:00 Owais's Multifaceted Career: From Theater to Tech
06:30 The Unexpected Path: When Passion Meets Rebellion
09:00 The Birth of SAI: Empowering Creators Through Financial Control
13:30 The Unique Financial Challenges of the Creative Life
18:30 Breaking the Taboo: It's Okay Not to Be 'Good' with Money
24:30 The Juggling Act: Finding Balance in a Multi-Passionate Life
32:00 Embracing AI: The Future of Creativity & Opportunity
38:30 The Specialist vs. the Generalist: Finding Your Unique Value
43:00 Connect with Owais & SAI

This episode is also available on Youtube. Watch it here:

www.youtube.com/@bettyxcoach

About Owais:

Owais Lightwala is a professor, entrepreneur and optimist. He is an Assistant Professor in the Creative School at Toronto Metropolitan University, focusing on entrepreneurship, leadership, and innovation in creative industries. He co-founded and leads Sai, a tech startup dedicated to revolutionizing how creatives manage their finances. Lightwala is also the founding Director of Chrysalis at the Creative School, a new multidisciplinary performance hub at TMU shaping the future of creative experiences. He has designed and led leadership training programs for the National Arts Centre and the Toronto Arts Council Leaders Lab (2023-2025). He used to be a theatre producer, most notably as the first Managing Director for Why Not Theatre, where he co-led the meteoric growth of the company and transformative projects like RISER and The Mahabharata. He was born in Pakistan, grew up in Dubai, and came to Canada as a teenager, which is why he doesn’t get most pop cultural references from the 90s. His bold strategic voice have been sought out by institutions like National Arts Centre, Canada Council for the Arts, and Canadian Heritage.

S2EP8 Finding Your Path as a Creative with Nedda Sarshar

Season 2 · Episode 8

Friday, September 27, 2024 • Duration 53:49

Have you ever felt that nagging feeling that something's just not right in your career? That maybe you're on the wrong path, even if it's one you've invested time and effort into? Today's guest, Nedda Sarshar, knows that feeling all too well. Once on the path to becoming a lawyer, Nedda made a bold leap to follow her passion for filmmaking.

Nedda's journey is a testament to the power of trusting your gut and embracing uncertainty. She shares her experiences navigating the challenges of career reinvention, from facing societal expectations to finding stability while pursuing her creative dreams. Nedda's story reminds us that it's never too late to listen to your inner voice and create a career that truly fulfills you.

Key Takeaways:

00:00 Intro
02:45 - Nedda's Early Career Aspirations and Challenges
07:30 - The Importance of Trusting Your Gut and Carving Your Own Path
15:30 - The Impact of Honesty on Nedda's Writing
19:00 - Navigating the Transition from Law to Filmmaking
26:30 - Balancing a Day Job with Creative Pursuits
35:00 - The Importance of Stability and Flexibility in a Creative Career
42:00 - Nedda's Film "Unibrow" and Future Aspirations
49:30 - How to Connect with Nedda

This episode is also available on Youtube. Watch it on our Youtube Channel here:
https://www.youtube.com/@bettyxcoach

About Nedda:

Nedda Sarshar is an Irani-Canadian writer and filmmaker based out of the Greater Toronto Area. Her work has garnered international and national recognition. Her short film, Unibrow, is an Oscar-eligible film that won Best Jury Award for Live Action at the New York International Children Film Festival and has been accepted to other Academy-Award and Canadian Screen Award Qualifying film festivals. Nedda is the recipient of the Outstanding Female Filmmaker Award at the McMinnville Festival and the winner of Reel Asian Film Festival's So You Think You Can Pitch Contest. Her first short film, Rachel and Raha, won Best Short Film at the Toronto LGBT Film Festival and Best LGBT Film at the Toronto Short Film Festival. She is also a published writer, with her poetry recognized in the Best Canadian Poetry series and her short story, Soap, shortlisted for the Peter Hinchcliffe's Short Fiction Award. She loves telling stories about diasporas, identity crisis’ and star-crossed lovers.

Summer Break Announcement

Season 2

Friday, August 2, 2024 • Duration 02:19

I am taking a brief hiatus for the summer and recharge. We’ll be back in the fall with more hot takes on creative career. I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to you for your continued support and engagement. Stay tuned, stay creative, and enjoy your summer!

Connect with Us

Looking for 1:1 coaching support in the fall? Check out my two signature programs and book a call for September.

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What's your creative career archetype? Take this quiz embraced and loved by thousands of creatives.

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Enjoy your summer, and we can't wait to reconnect with you soon!

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S2EP7.1 Start Your Day with Vera Cheng

Season 2 · Episode 7

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 • Duration 07:47

Have you ever wondered how therapists manage their busy schedules and avoid burnout? In this episode of Start Your Day With, I chat with Vera Cheng,a registered social worker, psychotherapist, seasoned speaker, and the founder of Talk Therapy with Vera. Vera shares her experience transitioning from long, exhausting workdays to a more structured schedule that prioritizes her well-being.

Tune in to learn from Vera's experience and gain valuable insights for your own journey.

About Vera:

Vera Cheng is a registered social worker, psychotherapist, seasoned speaker, and the founder of Talk Therapy with Vera. With over 15 years of devoted work in mental health and racialized communities, she is a leading expert in mental health and anti-Asian racism, featured in renowned media outlets such as CBC NEWS, CP24 and CTV NEWS. In addition, she partnered with the Canadian Mental Health Association and featured in a provincial mental health campaign.

As a Chinese-Canadian immigrant, she has honed her practice beyond therapy sessions into community engagement, advocacy and fighting against Asian hate. She is passionate about mental health awareness, primarily through anxiety, which she has struggled with. Sharing her journey helps reduce mental health stigma in the hopes of helping others overcome their struggles, too.

Talk Therapy with Vera is deeply rooted in the "Healing Lens," with the anti-oppressive framework addressing anti-Asian racism through attachment, client-centred, self-compassionate and trauma-informed approaches. she engages with her clients collaboratively and empathically to improve their self-awareness and make positive, goal-directed life changes.

Connect with Vera and Work in Culture:

Website: https://talktherapywithvera.com

Instagram: https://instagram.com/talktherapy.with.vera

Facebook: https://facebook.com/talktherapy.with.vera

S2EP7 Is intergenerational trauma showing up in your career ft. Vera Cheng

Season 2 · Episode 7

Friday, July 19, 2024 • Duration 29:44

What's the difference between coaching and therapy? When is it best to seek therapy support, and when is it best to seek career coaching support?

I've certainly talked about this before, but I've always been curious about how a therapist would articulate the difference. So I invited Vera Cheng, a registered social worker, psychotherapist, and founder of Talk Therapy with Vera, to share her expertise. In this episode, Vera opens up about her own healing journey and shares some really practical insights on how intergenerational trauma shows up in our career and life difficulties. We discuss how to distinguish between the healing work that we need to do going back to our childhood and how we can carry forward and get support.

If you're struggling with intergenerational trauma, or if you're just curious about the difference between coaching and therapy, this episode is for you.

Key Takeaways:

00:00 Intro
00:01 What's the difference between coaching and therapy?
04:02 Vera's work as a therapist
06:17 Intergenerational trauma at work
08:51 Vera's healing journey
10:59 What does the healing process look like?
12:45 How to distinguish discomfort from being triggered
14:44 Building trust in a therapeutic relationship
16:58 Common trends in healing needs for Gen Z and millennials
19:38 Vera's mental health journey
22:59 Difference between a career coach and a therapist
27:41 What's next for Vera?

About Vera:

Vera Cheng is a registered social worker, psychotherapist, seasoned speaker, and the founder of Talk Therapy with Vera. With over 15 years of devoted work in mental health and racialized communities, she is a leading expert in mental health and anti-Asian racism, featured in renowned media outlets such as CBC NEWS, CP24 and CTV NEWS. In addition, she partnered with the Canadian Mental Health Association and featured in a provincial mental health campaign.

Talk Therapy with Vera is deeply rooted in the "Healing Lens," with the anti-oppressive framework addressing anti-Asian racism through attachment, client-centred, self-compassionate and trauma-informed approaches. she engages with her clients collaboratively and empathically to improve their self-awareness and make positive, goal-directed life changes.Connect with Vera and Work in Culture:Website:

S2EP6.1 Start Your Day with Stephanie Draker

Season 2 · Episode 6

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 • Duration 06:29

How do you create work-life balance as a creative professional? In this minisode, Start Your Day With, we're chatting with Stephanie Draker, a Toronto-based arts manager, about her daily routines and rituals. Stephanie shares how she balances the demands of her work with her personal life, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and staying connected to her creative purpose.

Tune in for practical tips and inspiration on how to create a fulfilling and sustainable work-life balance in the arts.

About Stephanie:

Stephanie is a Toronto-based arts manager. Over the last 16 years she has worked at several prominent arts organizations and heritage institutions developing and implementing strategic projects and programs for a diverse range of audiences and stakeholders. Stephanie joined the Work in Culture team in 2015 and has since worked on numerous initiatives to support the career advancement of artists and arts workers throughout Ontario and beyond.

Connect with Stephanie and Work in Culture:

Website: https://workinculture.ca/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/workinculture

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workinculture.ca/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workinculture

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@workinculture

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/workinculture/ and https://ca.linkedin.com/in/stephaniedraker

S2EP6 From artist to arts program manager with Stephanie Draker from Work in Culture

Season 2 · Episode 6

Friday, July 5, 2024 • Duration 33:34

How do you navigate the twist and turns of a creative career?

It's not uncommon for artists to find themselves wearing multiple hats, shifting between creative roles and arts administration. My guest today, Stephanie Draker, shares her inspiring journey from being a working artist to becoming a successful arts manager. Stephanie's story is a testament to the power of transferable skills, resilience, and embracing the unexpected.

Tune in to this episode to gain valuable insights into navigating career transitions in the arts, discover the importance of transferable skills, and find inspiration in Stephanie's journey of resilience and passion

Key Takeaways:

00:00:00 Intro
00:01:56 Stephanie's Career Journey
00:04:02 Twists and Turns in Stephanie's Career
00:09:00 Moments of Transition to Arts Management
00:11:18 Stephanie's Role at Work in Culture
00:12:11 Common Pain Points Faced by Artists
00:15:32 Staying Energized and Motivated
00:18:22 Work in Culture's Role in the Future of Work
00:22:50 The Entrepreneurial Spirit in the Arts
00:23:46 Advice for Entering the Arts Sector
00:28:06 The Love-Hate Relationship with the Arts
00:28:27 How to Connect with Work in Culture

About Stephanie:

Connect with Stephanie and Work in Culture:

Website: https://workinculture.ca/

Twitter:

S2E5.1 Start Your Day with Javelin Laurence

Season 2 · Episode 5

Friday, June 28, 2024 • Duration 06:20

Join me in this mini =-episode of “Start Your Day with…” as I sit down with the incredible Javelin, a multi-talented creative who juggles coaching, film industry advocacy, and acting. Javelin shares their secrets to crafting an intentional workday that embraces flexibility and prioritizes well-being.

About Javelin:

Javelin Laurence is a Coach, Educator, and Storyteller with a special interest in neurodivergent world building. They consider themselves an alchemist, transmuting the raw material of life into something uniquely their own, and are passionate about working with humans who live outside the box. Javelin brings over a decade of experience as an actor and storyteller to their coaching work, along with a Diploma in Life Skills Coaching and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. They also are proudly neurodivergent and trans-nonbinary, bringing this lived experience into their work as a coach, ensuring that they create a safe space that works with unique identities instead of against them. They have a special interest in working with late-diagnosed ADHD, Autism, and AuDHD. As an eccentric professor type, they embrace their own idiosyncrasy, and champion others to do the same.

Connect with Javelin:

Website: www.alchemy-coaching.ca

Instagrams: @alchemydivergencecoaching @javelinlaurence

About Betty

*FREE Resource* Discover your creative career archetype today: https://www.xiebetty.com/quiz

The Everyday Talent Podcast is produced by Betty Xie and Benice Detoon.

S2EP5 From actor to coach for neurodiverse humans with Javelin Laurence

Season 2 · Episode 5

Friday, June 21, 2024 • Duration 47:39

Have you ever felt like you're not allowed to have more than one passion? Or that you have to choose just one creative endeavour to be successful? If so, this episode is for you. My guest today is Javelin, an actor, coach, educator, and storyteller. Javelin knows firsthand what it's like to feel like you have to choose just one path. For years, they focused solely on their acting career, believing that was the only way to be successful. But eventually, they gave themselves the permission to break the perceived norm and pursue more than one path.

In this episode, Javelin shares their story of how they embraced their multifaceted self and built a career that is uniquely their own. They also share some valuable insights on how to coach and work with neurodivergent humans.

If you're a multi-passionate creative or artist, or if you're simply curious about how to embrace your whole self, this episode is a must-listen. Javelin's story is sure to inspire and empower you to create a career that is truly fulfilling.

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