Creative Minds Like Us

What if the very thing you think is “too much” about you... is actually your greatest creative power?

In this intimate episode, we explore the misunderstood dance between anxiety and creative genius, and how moments of panic, doubt, and emotional overwhelm can become the flashpoints from which our most authentic, resonant work is born. If you're a visionary coach, soulful content creator, purpose-driven founder, or an artis...

Tired of the noise? The endless hustle? The promise of quick fixes that never quite deliver? If you’ve been drowning in a sea of formulas, templates, and tactics that don’t align with the essence of who you are, it’s time for a shift.

True success that feels authentic and deeply fulfilling doesn't come from mimicking the latest “best practices” or chasing the ever-elusive dream of perfection. It comes from embracing the cor...

Close your eyes for a moment. Picture a memory so vivid, so deeply felt, that it shaped the way you see the world. Maybe it was a moment of undeniable love. Maybe it was a loss that changed you forever. Maybe it was an incredible weekend with your family or the professional accomplishment that most fills you up with pride.

These are the moments that define us—the ones we never forget.

But what if I told you that you were nev...

Explore the powerful intersection of creativity, leadership, and vulnerability. What does it really take to lead with authenticity in a world that constantly pressures us to fit into neat boxes and follow the rules?

Legendary creators teach us creative courage isn't just about breaking boundaries—it’s about breaking ourselves open. We have to shed the layers of self-doubt, fear of judgment, and the old identities that hold ...

Now, more than ever, it’s crucial to reclaim your creative core as people who share progressive values. This is a call to breathe life back into the parts of yourself the world is trying to drown out. In this primal episode, I dive into the question we all ask at some point: When was the last time you truly felt alive?

In a world that often feels like it's spiraling into chaos, it’s easy to feel small, disconnected, and ove...

Passion got you started. But what sustains the journey and makes your work matter in the world is something deeper. In this soul-forward episode, we explore a truth that many creative minds, founders, coaches, and conscious entrepreneurs eventually confront: passion is not enough.

Through the story of indie musician Carmela—whose music doesn’t just sound incredible but awakens something in her audience—we unpack what it rea...

What if your business wasn’t just a business—but the spark for something greater? Let's look beyond sales and strategies, diving straight into the creative core of doing truly impactful work. Epic personal branding or business branding requires real connection.   

Through the story of Charm, a local Starbucks manager who transformed her coffee shop into a sanctuary of human warmth, and brands like Patagonia and Disneyland w...

You crave it with every ounce of your being—bringing your passion to life in a way that fuels both impact and income. But let’s be real: the path is messy, filled with rejection, self-doubt, and moments where you wonder if you’ve lost your mind. Massimo Bottura sobbed when his vision felt impossible. Brené Brown faced relentless rejection before self-publishing her first book. Every artist, founder, and changemaker has sto...

What happens when our greatest pain becomes the fuel for our biggest wins, but also the very thing that traps us in a relentless cycle? Post traumatic growth is real and accessible. In this raw episode, I take you inside a moment that changed everything—standing atop a high-rise law firm, looking down at a homeless man searching through trash. A stark reflection of my younger self. A gut-punch reminder of the “never again”...

Feeling Stuck? This creative retreat process could change everything! Ever feel like you’re running on a treadmill, working hard but getting nowhere? You’re not alone. Even the most successful creatives, artists, and entrepreneurs hit a plateau. That’s exactly what happened to one of my client collaborators. Brilliant, science-minded business owners who had built an incredible wellness business and wellness brand. But they...

What if the only thing standing between you and your most powerful work is the risk you’re afraid to take? This episode is a call to arms for creatives, visionaries, and risk-takers ready to push the envelope. We dive into the raw truth of making art, business a solopreneur coaching business, whatever– that matters. Work that sets fire to every ounce of your being. It’s about stepping beyond the safe, the polished, and the...

The two hallmark traits most legendary creators have in common is their ability to fully surrender to their process, and trust their lived experience. That’s not to say it doesn’t get messy! But when push comes to shove, legendary creators trust what they bring to the table. Not just as artisans and visionaries, but as human beings. It’s a delicate collaboration between our conscious and subconscious minds. Tap into the po...

What if the most transformative work we do—on stage, in our businesses, in our creative practice, isn’t about performance at all, but about healing? In this deeply personal episode, we explore how creativity becomes a form of sacred processing. It's a raw, unfiltered language for facing what we haven’t been able to name.

Whether you’re a transformative coach, a founder moved by people and impact, a soulful content creator,...

Epic personal branding as a creative soul comes down to seventeen words etched by Ernest Hemingway. Heeding Hemingway’s call opens the door to creative work that feeds you as much as it impacts others. Projects that says something to the world. Our truest work often fuels our best work, which ignites our brands. Are you feeding your fire?

Aloha, I’m Bobby Ford!

Imagine a world where success is measured by creativity, passion...

Are You Following Someone Else’s Path Instead of Your Own? You’ve done everything right. You’ve followed the advice, checked all the boxes, hit the so-called milestones of success. And yet, you still feel invisible. Empty. Like something essential is missing. Maybe you’ve even asked yourself: Why do I still feel lost? Why does my work feel invisible? Why do I feel invisible?

The answer isn’t out there. It’s not in another m...

A stirring episode that dives into the raw, relentless journey of pursuing your dreams and passion projects—even when the odds seem insurmountable. Imagine battling through a fierce blizzard where every step is a struggle, every gust of wind a reminder of the challenges ahead. Yet, on the horizon shines the undeniable light of your passion project, beckoning you to fight the good fight.

This episode is a heartfelt call to i...

The emotional and creative experience of getting a project out the door is vastly different than the emotional and creative experience of making a statement that IGNITES our greatest passions. Are you having a creative experience that you control? Does your work ignite your greatest passions on a regular basis?

CORRECTION: In this episode, I mention John Waire and his photography not being his primary job. Lucky for us, he ...

Our work, creative path, and lifestyle require courage. Vulnerability. The willingness to put ourselves out there on a regular basis. How to do that when we’re struggling? How to put ourselves out there in the middle of an emotional lightning storm? Embracing our wounds honors our wounds.

Aloha, I’m Bobby Ford!

Imagine a world where success is measured by creativity, passion, and human impact. That world starts with us! Let’...

Find Your Purpose Through Holistic Personal Branding. In this episode, we stage a jailbreak from the status quo! What creative acts ignite every fiber of your being? When it comes to creative minds, that’s rarely one thing. Your personal brand is about much more than your niche.

Aloha, I’m Bobby Ford!

Imagine a world where success is measured by creativity, passion, and human impact. That world starts with us! Let’s lead th...