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Hey Creatives! Welcome to the Rock That Creative Job podcast! I'm your host Jamie Roberts, and I'm ready to inspire, motivate and empower you with the insight and guidance you need to get better jobs, better work, better pay, and build the creative career––and life––you’ve always wanted. Because the creative industry is different. And I want you to have the specialized career support you deserve, so you never second-guess your career decisions, or undervalue your skills, experience, and creative talent. My mission is to use my experience to help you avoid the pain, confusion, frustration, and isolation that can happen in creative work. I’m going to share stories from my own experiences so you never feel alone in your struggle as a creative professional. I’m going to tackle BIG mindset challenges––like imposter syndrome––so you have the tools to overcome those thought patterns that hold you back. I’ll also be talking with guests who can help demystify the creative hiring process, so you can have the insights that will help you connect with all audiences and get the jobs you really want. But most importantly, I’m going to give you the support that you need to survive the day-to-day in our wild and unpredictable creative professions. So click subscribe, share this with your creative friends, and LET'S ROCK!

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Hey Creatives! Welcome to the Rock That Creative Job podcast! I'm your host Jamie Roberts, and I'm ready to inspire, motivate and empower you with the insight and guidance you need to get better jobs, better work, better pay, and build the creative career––and life––you’ve always wanted. Because the creative industry is different. And I want you to have the specialized career support you deserve, so you never second-guess your career decisions, or undervalue your skills, experience, and creative talent. My mission is to use my experience to help you avoid the pain, confusion, frustration, and isolation that can happen in creative work. I’m going to share stories from my own experiences so you never feel alone in your struggle as a creative professional. I’m going to tackle BIG mindset challenges––like imposter syndrome––so you have the tools to overcome those thought patterns that hold you back. I’ll also be talking with guests who can help demystify the creative hiring process, so you can have the insights that will help you connect with all audiences and get the jobs you really want. But most importantly, I’m going to give you the support that you need to survive the day-to-day in our wild and unpredictable creative professions. So click subscribe, share this with your creative friends, and LET'S ROCK!

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Episodes
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How to Know if You're in a Toxic Job

5/2/2024
Are you terrified of your boss, or struggling to stay engaged in creative work? Have you exited a creative job that left you feeling so depleted that you can't find the energy to apply for another one? Do you feel the mental & physical health effects of these experiences taking over your life? Join us for Part 1 of the May MENTAL HEALTH SERIES where I talk with licensed trauma therapist Gabrielle Loomis-Annett about how to determine if your job is toxic, coping strategies when you're in it, and how to heal from it after you've left. LET'S ROCK! Connect with Gabrielle: www.gabrielleloomis-annett.com Additional resources from Gabrielle: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9010774/#:~:text=The%20triune%20brain%20theory%20is,emotion%2C%20and%20cognition%2C%20respectivelyhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9807114/#:~:text=(2018)%20defined%20PTG%20as%20a,et%20al.%2C%202022Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:35:23

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6 Resume Red Flags Hiring Managers See

4/25/2024
Ever wonder if you're making resume mistakes that are causing hiring managers to pass you by? 🤔💥🫣 In this episode I'll share the most common creative resume red flags that may be standing between you and your next creative job! Plus, I'll also give you 3 bonus tips for job searching that will help you gain the traction you're looking for. LET'S ROCK! 🌟 Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:51:16

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Managing the Emotions of Rejection

4/18/2024
Are you struggling under the emotional weight of rejection while searching for that next creative job, work promotion, or new client? You are not alone! Join me in this informative episode where I talk with PR strategist & author, Dr. Rebekah Louisa Smith, about the difficult emotions that can hold us back from our creative goals. We discuss ways to manage those negative thought-spirals, how to avoid limiting your own potential by applying the correct strategy, and why creative career success is a journey and not just a destination. LET'S ROCK! Connect with Rebekah: Official Site: https://www.thefilmfestivaldoctor.com/ Personal Site: https://rebekahlouisasmith.com/ Instagram: @rebekahfilmdr YouTube: Rebekah Film Dr Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:37:07

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Interviewing When You're an Introvert

4/11/2024
Are you a creative who is more introverted than extroverted? Do job interviews or client presentations make you feel anxious? Join me for an amazing chat with seasoned writer, creative director, and agency owner, Pamela Fiehn. A self-proclaimed introvert, Pamela has been on both sides of the interview table many times in her 20+ year creative career, as an employee AND employer. We discuss how to approach a creative job interview or a client acquisition conversation with quiet confidence, how to handle your nerves in interviews, how to determine if the company you’re interviewing with is a “safe space” for your creative ideas, and how to bring your authentic self to the table so you can push your career forward & land those amazing creative jobs. LET’S ROCK! Connect with Pamela: Website: https://www.goodwitchbrands.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamela-fiehn-b654964/ Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:32:52

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The Best Way to Work With a Recruiter

4/4/2024
Searching for that next creative role, but having trouble connecting with recruiters to access the hidden job market? Join me in this episode where I talk with ex-Designer & Creative Recruiter, Suzanne Wolff, about the right ways to make your recruitment partnership successful, so you can increase your career opportunities! We also discuss how to approach job applications (including what NOT to do), how to increase your chances of a callback, how to deal with ghosting, and how to build successful relationships that provide you with continued advocacy as you grow in your creative career. LET'S ROCK! -- Connect with Suzanne: Website: https://landajobnow.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzannewolff Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:39:46

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Transitioning From Full-time to Freelance

3/28/2024
Dreaming about shifting from your full-time creative role into a freelance design business, but are unsure of how to go about this transition? Join me in this episode where I talk with Designer & Freelance Business Expert, Lauren Gonzalez about all the necessary steps creatives will want to take to dive into the freelance landscape! We'll also discuss some of the stressors, struggles & disappointments that can happen if you're not totally prepared for freelance business ownership. LET'S ROCK! Connect with Lauren: Website: 4thecreatives.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4thecreatives YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/4thecreatives LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenelysegonzalez -- Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:40:46

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Owning Your Confidence to Stand Out

3/21/2024
Do you sometimes feel like an imposter, or struggle with confidently putting yourself out there so others can see your creative talent? Join me in this episode where I talk with Creative Corporate Recruiter & DEI Leader, Reni De Leon Fox, about how to build the confidence that you need when it comes to self-promotion in creative careers. We'll also discuss embracing cultural identities, and the "imposter treatment" that may be inadvertently holding you back from finding that career success you're searching for. LET'S ROCK! Connect with Reni De Leon Fox: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renifox/ -- Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:35:26

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Send Signals That Get You Hired in Design

3/14/2024
Woohoo! Season 2 is finally here! 🎉 We're kicking it off with an energetic conversation with Head of Design, Barney Abramson, where we discuss how to send the all right signals so creative hiring managers can instantly see your value and potential. We also discuss what NOT to do, so if you're looking to move your creative career forward, you won't want to miss this one. LET'S ROCK! Connect with Barney Abramson: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barneyabramson/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barneyabramson01/ Website: https://barneyabramson.com/ Blog: https://barneyabramson.com/blog/ -- Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:36:14

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Optimizing Your Future Career Potential

1/12/2024
Motivational podcast alert! It's the 50th episode and we're going deep! Ever wonder how people land those amazing creative career opportunities? In this final season one episode, we'll discuss how to reset and prepare yourself for your amazing career future, so you can move forward and maximize your career potential! LET'S ROCK! Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:29:40

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How to Make 2024 Your Best Career Year

1/4/2024
Happy New Year, Creatives! Let's make 2024 year your best career year yet! If you're someone who wants to level up, or get unstuck, this episode will give you the basic framework to finally take those first strategic steps. I’ll also talk about my personal career experience in 2010 when I struggled to move out of a job that wasn’t a fit, and landed the best job I ever had in my creative career. LET'S ROCK! Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:25:53

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How to Manage Mindset & Stop Struggling

12/21/2023
As creatives, we ALL know the power of our minds can be truly incredible. That's what got us here! But when we encounter career setbacks, we forget the power that lies within us, and we sometimes struggle for far too long. Join me in this episode where I share the ways you can shift your mindset to more effectively build your professional identity, shape your career narrative, and overcome the ongoing challenges of the creative professional industry. LET'S ROCK! Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:16:48

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Creative Job Search Myths & Motivation

12/14/2023
Hey Creatives! If you're struggling with your creative job search, and feeling exhausted, confused, or discouraged: THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU! Join me as I dispel some of the top creative job search myths & misinformation, and get you refocused and motivated to get those creative career job search results you really want! LET'S ROCK! Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:20:57

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The Psychology of Excessive Self-Criticism

11/30/2023
Our creative minds are a universe of ideas, visions, and endless possibilities. Yet, there's an ever-present shadow lurking that can stifle our career progress and potential: excessive self-criticism. In this episode, we'll unravel how this pattern can be the psychological anchor that holds you down, and open your eyes to some of the things you may have been mindlessly doing that are creating a difficult environment for career growth and effective self-promotion. Let's rock! Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:15:05

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When Fear is Crushing Your Confidence

11/22/2023
Fear is a major driver when it comes to struggling with our confidence as creatives. Join me in this episode where we’ll explore why fear can be a serious buzzkill, and hinder our abilities to do our best work and promote ourselves correctly. I'll also share my recent personal experience with this kind of fear, AND discuss several strategies for managing fear, so we can silence the imposter syndrome monster that hides in the shadows whenever we're feeling anxious, scared, or lacking the confidence we need to grow and move our careers forward. LET'S ROCK! Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:19:00

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How to Be Safe & Avoid Scams on Linkedin

11/9/2023
More and more creative professionals are using Linkedin regularly for job searching, networking, career guidance, and community building. Join me in this episode and learn how to maximize the potential this platform holds for your creative career, while also staying safe and avoiding scammers, misinformation, or potential self-promotional errors that might be causing recruiters or hiring managers to pass your profile by. I want you to be very aware of who you’re connecting with, engaging with, AND getting your advice from on this platform, because it could be detrimental to your creative career or your job search without you even realizing it. LET'S ROCK! Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:14:06

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Why Creatives Procrastinate & How to Stop

11/2/2023
If you just can't seem to get started on that super important thing that you absolutely should be getting done right now, then this episode is for you! Procrastination is a universal challenge, but understanding the underlying reasons can help us combat it more effectively. Join me today as I go through the 6 major reasons why creatives just can’t get down to business sometimes, and the strategies to overcome them so we can finally take those next steps in our creative careers, our work, and our lives. LET'S ROCK! Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:18:30

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8 Ways to Cope When it's Just Not Working

10/26/2023
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where, despite your best efforts, something just isn't working out as you had hoped? Maybe it’s a creative project, maybe it’s a job, maybe it’s a client, maybe it’s a new manager or team structure. Whatever it is, it's a frustrating and disheartening experience and it happens to ALL of us at some point in our creative careers. So in this episode, we'll explore what to do when a situation isn't going as planned and discuss 8 strategies to cope with this, and move yourself forward with confidence and ambition. LET'S ROCK! Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:19:23

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Building Trust with Your Creative Self

10/19/2023
As a creative, trusting yourself is non-negotiable habit. Building solid trust with yourself is an incredibly powerful catalyst for professional growth, which we all know leads directly to fulfillment and success in your creative career. And as you build trust in yourself, you will absolutely begin to witness the extraordinary achievements you're truly capable of. So today, we're going to dive deep into how to strengthen one of the most important relationships you'll ever have––the one you have with yourself, every single day, as a creative. LET'S ROCK! Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:15:33

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10 Strategies to Overcome Perfectionism

10/5/2023
If you are someone who constantly battles the relentless pursuit of creative perfection, you're not alone! Many creatives find themselves trapped in the never-ending cycle of striving for flawlessness, which often hinders their creativity, their productivity, and can lead to burnout. This is something I also struggled with for decades, so I know it well! The good news is that there are ways to overcome this, and in this episode we are going to explore 10 effective strategies to help you break free from the perfectionism trap. So get out your notes app, because this is gonna be a good one! LET'S ROCK! Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:27:02

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Why Creatives Struggle to Ask for Help

9/28/2023
This is an episode that will hopefully make you feel seen, heard, and understood if you’re someone who has struggled to ask for help. And maybe you don’t even realize you’ve struggled with this, but you’re wondering why you hate your job, feel stuck, uninspired, and burned out. This episode may illuminate some of the things that you’ve been carrying around with you for months or years, (maybe even decades) so you can overcome this hurdle and move your creative career forward! LET'S ROCK! Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and workshops, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker for your next event! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob TikTok: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob -- Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides career support to creative professionals across the globe through coaching, speaking, workshops, and her podcast. She has given talks for AIGA, RGD Canada, universities, and other creative organizations. Jamie has a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer, working and leading teams in both agency & in-house environments, where she recruited, hired, and managed every type of creative role. Her mission is to provide all creatives with the knowledge and clarity they need to confidently take control of their careers, and get paid to do what they love.

Duration:00:12:41