The Being Creative Podcast

Richard K Fox
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Independent author Richard Fox takes a weekly look at the world of the creative professional. He interviews creators in a variety of fields who are able to make a living doing what they love. Are you a writer, illustrator, potter, or any other type of creator who wants to know what it takes to find success in your passion? If you are,The Being Creative Podcast is for you.

Episodes

  1. 23/10/2020

    Science Fiction, Fantasy & Role Play Games with Paddy Finn

    Sometimes the road to success is not a straight one. Our guest this week, Paddy Finn, has gone through the ups and downs of being a professional creator and is still thriving. I was inspired by his drive, creativity, and ability to take his passions and leverage them into a creative career. I hope you are inspired as well. For more information about Paddy and his different projects you can learn more at starcanepress.com.  Also, if you are interested in learning more about future projects from me and my guests, sign up for my newsletter at richardkfox.com/podcast

    47 min

  2. 13/10/2020

    Why You Need To Niche Your Creative Business

    Finding customers is sometimes the hardest part of starting a creative business. You could be the most talented person in the world, but if people cannot find you or you cannot find the people you will never be successful. One of the best ways to help find those customers is to narrow down your target audience by niching your creative business for a specific group. In this episode I will talk about that and why it is important for your success.

    24 min

  3. 29/09/2020

    Textile Inspired Pottery with Charan Sachar

    This week we talk to Charan Sachar, a potter and all around creator who finds inspiration for his work in the influences of other mediums. I first learned about Charan's company Creative With Clay at a knitting event that I went to with my wife. Since seeing his work for the first time, we have visited his booth at several other events and have taken home some of his wares.I hope you enjoy this conversation and if you want to learn more about Charan and what he is doing you can find him at www.creativewithclay.com or on his Instagram account at https://www.instagram.com/charansachar/

    43 min

  4. 22/09/2020

    The Myth of Overnight Success

    Do you ever get frustrated with stories of people who seemed to have instant success? The reality is they probably have a long story of struggle and work behind that "overnight success".In this episode of The Being Creative Podcast I will talk about the Myth of The Overnight Success, the struggle to continue creating when you haven't had your big break, and practices to keep you motivated.

    32 min

  5. 15/09/2020

    Book Covers That Rock with J Caleb Designs

    Have you ever bought a book because of its cover? I know I have. One path to creating inspiring and original art is to become a professional book cover designer. In this episode of The Being Creative Podcast we talk with Jake of J Caleb Design.We will discuss the path he took from his small print shop job to a full time book cover designer and the work that was involved to turn his side job into a business that helped him double his income the first year he went full time. To learning more about J Caleb Designs you can check him out on his website or on Facebook, Youtube, or Instagram.

    55 min

  6. 08/09/2020

    The One Thing Most Business Owners Wish They Did Earlier

    What is the most cost effective way of increasing the revenue in your creative business? The answer might surprise you. In this episode we will discuss why building an email list could be the best thing for your creative business. I will discuss the current state of email in online marketing and how you can use it to engage with your community.If you are interested in learning more, read Newsletter Ninja: How to Become an Author Mailing List Expert by Tammi L. Labrecque. While it was written for writers, it applies to just about any industry.

    35 min

  7. 01/09/2020

    From Woodworker to Author with Brian D. Meeks

    How do you improve the chances of your next novel being a success? Obviously, the writing needs to be strong, and it has to have a great cover, but there is one key element that many overlook. That is the book description. In this episode of the podcast, we talk to Brian D. Meeks about his career as an independent author and how he now helps aspiring authors succeed. Brian writes world-class descriptions that have helped some of his clients multiply their sales. Brian has a lot of experience, so I hope you enjoy our conversation. Brian D. Meeks is the author of over 19 books across multiple genres. He can be found in his Mastering Amazon Descriptions - An Author’s Guide Facebook group, named after his book of the same name or on his Youtube channel where he reads chapters from his book Underwood Scotch and Wry.

    1h 14m

  8. 24/08/2020

    Welcome To The Being Creative Podcast with Richard Fox

    Welcome to The Being Creative Podcast! In this episode we will discuss the show and what to expect over the next year. We will talk about the reason I began the show and how I hope it will be used to help you create your own success. In this episode I will tell you about myself and my journey to becoming a full-time creator. To learn more about me and my projects go to www.richardkfox.com.

    21 min
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Independent author Richard Fox takes a weekly look at the world of the creative professional. He interviews creators in a variety of fields who are able to make a living doing what they love. Are you a writer, illustrator, potter, or any other type of creator who wants to know what it takes to find success in your passion? If you are,The Being Creative Podcast is for you.

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