You know what I’m talking about. Kerning and re-kerning. Editing, and re-editing. Feeling like you're never quite done...

The pursuit of perfection can be a major creativity energizer, but the dangerous combination of excessively high standards and overly critical evaluation can lead to anxiety, depression, and procrastination that feeds the hungry imposter beast.

In this episode where we'll discuss:

• 3 clinically recognized forms of perfectionism, how and when they show up for creatives

• 3 key questions to ask yourself when you feel the pull of overworking

• 3 science-backed strategies to help you break free from this harmful pattern and reignite the spark, balance, and joy in your creative career!

Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including a full catalog of my podcast episodes, my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker or workshop facilitator!

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/
Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob
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Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides both practical & emotional 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.

Solitude is great for creative work, but do you know when you're slipping from solitude into isolation? Your body certainly does. Neuroscience research shows that loneliness triggers a physical pain response in the brain, as well as a few other dangerous reactions that are especially detrimental for creatives.

In this episode we'll discuss the specifics of solitude vs. isolation so you can learn how to tell when you're sliding into a potentially harmful situation AND I'll share the 3 key ways you can pull yourself out!

Please share this with anyone you feel like could use the professional mental health support and LET'S ROCK!

Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including a full catalog of my podcast episodes, my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker or workshop facilitator!

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/
Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob
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Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides both practical & emotional 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.

We've all experienced some sort of creative identity loss in our lives. These are usually initiated by a career transition, whether it's a job loss, a title promotion, a re-org, or even the acquisition of a new client or contract role.

And since our creative identities drive our behaviors, a sudden change can create unwanted or unhealthy results.

Join me in this informative and inspiring episode for more juicy mental health strategies & neuroscience insights, like:

• Why this experience feels extra terrible for creatives

• What your brain is doing to you when these changes occur

• Healthy ways to begin moving forward again

• The difference between hope and toxic positivity

• 3 steps to strategically reconstruct your creative identity

LET’S ROCK!

Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including a full catalog of my podcast episodes, my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker or workshop facilitator!

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/
Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob
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Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides both practical & emotional 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.

Feeling discouraged every time you see great creative work, or a killer portfolio, or another I-just-got-hired career announcement? This episode will walk you through the neuroscience roots of social comparison, why this is extra destructive for creatives, and 3 actionable steps (plus the brain-science behind them!) you can take to avoid the spiral that is frequently contributing to our mental health struggles as creative professionals. Listen in and gain the emotional strength you need to override your brain's natural survival instincts. LET'S ROCK!

Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including a full catalog of my podcast episodes, my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker or workshop facilitator!

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/
Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob
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Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides both practical & emotional 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.

Hey Creatives! We are kicking Season 3 off this week (woo-hoo!) with our first LIVE Creative Energy Collective support sessions that are focused on a killer mental health topic:

CREATIVE COURAGE

We'll talk about how our courage can disappear, and the strategies to use our eternal desire to create as the life-force energy behind our courage—even when we feel like worn out, lifeless husks in desperate need of rejuvenation.

A few additional questions to ponder as you think about your own courage...

• What comes to your mind when you think about your courage?
• Does it help you be the creative professional that you want to be?
• Do you wonder what you could be if you had more courage?
• Are you concerned your courage has been depleted?

Want LIVE support? Join the Creative Energy Collective at rockthatcreativejob.com

Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including a full catalog of my podcast episodes, my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker or workshop facilitator!

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/
Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob
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Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides both practical & emotional 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.

Welcome back, Creatives! Season 3 is finally here! 🤩 And it's time to prioritize your professional mental health.

Here's a quick 90 second trailer so you'll know what you can expect from the Rock That Creative Job Podcast this time around.

Click subscribe because it's gonna be LIT, y'all. 🔥

Want LIVE support? Join the Creative Energy Collective at rockthatcreativejob.com

Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including a full catalog of my podcast episodes, my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker or workshop facilitator!

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/
Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob
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Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides both practical & emotional 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.

Hey Creatives! Join me for this special BONUS episode as we discuss the future of your creative career, and close out Season 2 of the podcast with this 80th episode!

In this episode, I'll outline some of the core creative career struggles, skillsets, education, and technologies we should all keep on the radar, so we can continue to build the resiliency and confidence we need to handle these current and future obstacles in a healthier, more productive way.

I'll also share the 5 core ways I’ll be providing a deeper level of support for creatives in 2025, so you know what to expect from me! Because embracing our creative future will be easier if we have the right mindset, perspective, and support mechanisms to make the positive changes that will improve our careers, our lives, and the lives of those around us.

Thank you for an amazing year, and for subscribing & sharing this content with the creatives around you, so everyone can access the career support they need. I am looking forward to another incredible season in 2025––LET'S ROCK!

Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including a full catalog of my podcast episodes, my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker or workshop facilitator!

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/
Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob
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Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides both practical & emotional 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.

Whether you’re on an in-house or agency team, knowing how to successfully steer your creative career is a skillset we ALL need to master! Join me in this incredibly informative episode where I chat with Head of HR, Kelsey Miller, about how to align your strengths (and your current life-chapter!) with the company you’re currently in to build the best creative professional future for yourself. We’ll talk specifically about how to make the most out of your current role to create a solid portfolio of demonstrated success for future employers, as well as ways to partner with your manager and forge relationships with people above you to ensure your career is continually moving forward in the direction you want. Kelsey also shares ways to keep your mindset focused on your future potential to stay engaged when you’re ready to move on from a job, plus tips to avoid holding yourself back from further career growth, and how to strategically position yourself during a corporate acquisition. If you want to know how to find growth in your creative career, or determine when it’s time to move on to advance your skillset, you won’t want to miss this episode! LET’S ROCK!

Connect with Kelsey...

Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/habitatconsulting
Email: Kelseypdx503@gmail.com

Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including a full catalog of my podcast episodes, my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, or to inquire about hiring me as a speaker or workshop facilitator!

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/
Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob
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Jamie Roberts is the CEO & Founder of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides both practical & emotional 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.