A One Par Podcast

Yannick Reid

One Par is a quick sitdown with host Yannick Reid, where he shares thoughts on creativity, technology, culture, and life in Jamaica from his unique and often nuanced perspective

Episodes

  1. 3D AGO

    Don't Ghost The Client

    We're getting into something that's been on my mind for a minute: communication. Specifically, how creatives in Jamaica (and elsewhere) tend to go quiet exactly when they need to speak up the most. Talking about ghosting clients, missing deadlines without a word, and the anxiety that comes with having a difficult professional conversation. I've been in this industry for over 20 years, and I've hired creatives for the better part of ten, so I think I have a little idea of what I'm talking about We also hit a few quick takes on Protoje's new album "The Art of Acceptance," Jamaica Carnival, and the dancehall vs soca conversation that never seems to go away. If you're a creative trying to figure out how to move more professionally, grab a seat, we dive in deep here Timestamps (00:00) - Intro & Big Ups(00:26) - Protoje – The Art of Acceptance(01:42) - Guest Suggestions(03:04) - Jamaica Carnival Quick Takes(04:40) - Soca & Dancehall: Jamaica's Unique Offering(09:48) - Creatives & Communication in Jamaica(11:16) - We Communicate Well When Things Are Good(16:06) - Communicate the Problem(18:19) - Ghosting Is Worse Than Being Late(24:54) - Don't Out Yourself on a Technicality(26:29) - Communication Is a Responsibility(27:08) - Communication Creates a Paper Trail(28:01) - What You're Entitled To(30:31) - Handle Clients Who Won't Communicate(31:44) - Good Faith & Protecting Your Reputation(33:53) - Problem Solving With the Client(34:47) - Creatives, Communication & Anxiety(35:20) - Collaboration, Not Confrontation(36:14) - Actionable Advice(43:34) - Outro A One Par is a quick sitdown with host Yannick Reid, where he shares thoughts on creativity, technology, culture, and life in Jamaica from his unique and often nuanced perspective. Follow the Podcast Instagram: @aoneparpodcast YouTube: A One Par Podcast Email: aoneparpodcast@gmail.com

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One Par is a quick sitdown with host Yannick Reid, where he shares thoughts on creativity, technology, culture, and life in Jamaica from his unique and often nuanced perspective