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The Journey to Meaningful Work: Interview with Shawn Askinosie
On this episode of The Portfolio Life, Shawn shares the story of his journey from lawyer to chocolatier to an author. His experiences allowed him to learn how to navig...
When Should You Work for Free?
So many creatives chase opportunity without knowing their exact goal. As a result, they are desperately giving away their best work to everyone and everything, ultimat...
How Positivity Helps You Find Your Purpose: Jon Gordon
Many of us want to find our purpose in life. We want to know that what we’re doing ultimately matters. We want to leave our mark on the world. But how do we do t...
Do Real Artists Really Starve?
We need more artists. We need more people willing to share their hearts with the world through spilling their proverbial guts, pouring themselves into their work. We n...
How to Successfully Blend Creativity and Commerce: Interview with Madeline Ellis
Madeline began making jewelry part-time in 2008. It was piling up around the house and her husband encouraged her to start selling some of it. He helped her branch out...