Most creatives—at some point—hit that “oh crap, I have no money” phase. I’ve been there. Rent was due, money was tight, and the dream felt miles away. I didn’t want to take a temp job because it felt like giving up. But eventually, I took a valet parking gig… which led to a concierge role… and that unexpected detour gave me the creative space I needed to finish a feature film script.
That script helped me gain momentum—and got me back into full-time creative work.
In this episode, I share:
• The exact mindset shift that helped me say yes to a job I didn’t want
• Why short-term “bridge jobs” aren’t selling out—they’re strategic
• How to keep your momentum when life tries to knock the dream out of you
🎬 Whether you’re an artist, entrepreneur, or just in transition—this one’s for you.
💥 Challenge included at the end to help you take grounded action without giving up on your big vision.
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