In this episode of TAD, I sit down with Nicole, an artist, songwriter, and entrepreneur who left the corporate world to pursue her creative passions. We dive into the power of music as a tool for healing, the magic that happens through collaboration, and the importance of building a supportive creative community.
Nicole opens up about her journey from poetry to songwriting, the challenges of sustaining a creative career, and what it truly means to live authentically as an artist. We also discuss overcoming burnout, discovering your creative voice, and the everyday practices that fuel inspiration. Plus, she shares her vision for SK, the creative community she’s cultivating.
Chapters
00:00 Welcome to TAD
01:27 Introducing Nicole: The Corporate Turned Artist
02:44 Defining the Entrepreneurial Artist
04:28 The Evolution of Swartkat Studios
06:34 The Importance of Collaboration in Art
08:16 From Poetry to Songwriting
10:21 The Healing Power of Music
12:14 Authentic Creative Living
14:29 Practicing Songwriting and Singing
17:09 The Collaboration Process in Music
20:44 Challenges in the Artistic Journey
23:34 Overcoming Burnout as a Creative
25:40 Advice for Aspiring Creatives
29:05 Creative MVPs and Inspirations
31:35 Essential Tools for Creativity
33:13 Future Aspirations for SK
35:31 Connecting with Nicole
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