Unconventional Leaders (Heather Parady)
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| 08 Jan 2025 | How to Make More SPACE in Your Life for Creativity & Impact | Tyler Moore (Tidy Dad) | 01:05:36 | |
To make space for something new, we first need to clear the clutter. In this episode, I connected with Tyler Moore, famously known online as Tidy Dad. An educator from New York, Tyler has built a massive following by tackling one universal topic: tidying up your life. But as Tyler reveals, this isn’t just about the mess in your home—it’s about the emotional and mental clutter that affects every aspect of your work and life. By clearing out his personal space, Tyler found his voice and began using storytelling to help others find joy and order in the beautiful mess of life. In this conversation, Tyler shares how he not only cleaned up his life but also uses storytelling to help others do the same. WATCH EPISODES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 06 Aug 2024 | Conventional Entertainment Career to Content Creator | Tyler Tometich | 00:46:12 | |
Tyler Tometich landed his dream career, as a visual effects artist his career spanned Hollywood hits like Thor, Ant-Man, and Captain Marvel. Transitioning from film production to content creation during the COVID-19 pandemic, Tyler quickly amassed a following of nearly 500,000 across social media platforms by producing viral videos that resonate with visual effects enthusiasts. Tyler then shifted gears to focus full-time on his creator business, founding Viral VFX to teach aspiring creators how to build viral brands. His online courses have attracted over 1,200 students and generated six-figure revenue in just six months. In this conversation, we dig into his story as a young man overcoming addiction, building his dream career, and ultimately taking the unconventional path, to build his own business. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/44 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Connect with Tyler Tometich: https://www.tylerjt.com/ Ask Heather a Question: https://www.heatherparady.com/ask Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ WATCH Episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady | |||
| 25 Jan 2025 | Introverted Creatives: How to Win in Business | Margaret Soraya | 00:56:54 | |
Introverts, did you know you have a competitive advantage—not just as a creative, but even in your business? Today, I connected with Margaret Soraya, an award-winning Scottish photographer, fine artist, and creative thought leader (and just an amazing human). Proud to embrace her introversion, she spends a lot of time alone, sometimes weeks unplugged, yet still manages to sell out her creative retreats—sometimes within minutes of being listed—and leads an engaged, loyal online community. Running a business doesn’t have to look just one way. Sometimes, we forget that we co-create our lives. If you feel trapped or pressured to be someone you’re not in order to “make it,” Margaret’s story is for you. As she beautifully says, “The more you get to know yourself, the better your work is.” WATCH EPISODES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/73 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 15 Oct 2024 | How to Overcome Performance Anxiety | Will Reynolds | 01:05:29 | |
You may have worked hard to get the opportunity in front of you—whether it’s landing a speaking gig, getting cast in an independent film, or finally gathering the courage to post content online for the first time. Even though you genuinely want it, your body may be in full freak-out mode. In today’s conversation, I sat down with Will Reynolds—an actor, writer, composer, and seasoned performer who has written songs for Central Park on Apple TV and Disney. We talked about why Will believes overcoming nerves requires stepping into service-based storytelling, how to reframe rejection by seeing art as medicine, and how to approach performing from a healed place, rather than using it to seek validation. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/56 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Connect with Will Reynolds: https://willreynoldsonline.com/ Ask Heather a Question: https://www.heatherparady.com/ask Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ WATCH Episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady | |||
| 25 Oct 2024 | Strange Technique Dealing with Negative Comments | The Solo Episode | 00:06:00 | |
Negative comments. Some folks advise that you “just shouldn’t look at them.” What if there was another trick? ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/episodes/59 Ask Heather a Question: https://www.heatherparady.com/ask Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ WATCH Episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady | |||
| 18 Jun 2024 | Make Better Short From Videos by Doing THIS | Bea Chu | 00:50:59 | |
Bea Chu is a YouTuber, tech enthusiast, sound designer, and filmmaker. She has set her career towards guiding the generation of DIY filmmakers and currently resides in Manila, Philippines. Additionally, she is a lactose-intolerant iced latte addict. I originally came across her on Instagram and loved not only her fun personality and great content tips but also noticed that she stood out from many other creators. I mean, check out this vibe. And it's working; hundreds of thousands of people are tuned in to what Bea is up to. I had her on the show to talk about how to develop a strong brand for your short-form content, tips on editing and achieving better sound quality in your videos, and how to improve production without compromising reliability. This, my friends, is Bea Chu. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/37 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Connect with Bea Chu: https://www.instagram.com/beachutv/ Ask Heather a Question: www.heatherparady.com/ask Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ WATCH Episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady | |||
| 19 Oct 2024 | 3 Best Storytelling Books for Creatives | The Solo Episode | 00:06:49 | |
Brandi asked, 'What are the three best books on tactical storytelling?' I share them here, along with examples of what they taught me. Books Mentioned:
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| 23 Jul 2024 | Attention Marketing for Creative Entrepreneurs | Adam Ivy | 01:06:39 | |
Today I connected with Adam Ivy, who helps creative entrepreneurs develop raving fans through what he calls 'Attention Marketing.' In this conversation, we dig into how to apply attention marketing to our content, how to make CTAs less icky, and how to create entertaining content while building a deep connection with our audience. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/42 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Connect with Adam Ivy: https://adamivy.com/ Ask Heather a Question: https://www.heatherparady.com/ask Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ WATCH Episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady | |||
| 26 Sep 2024 | Rediscover Your Worth & Build Resilience | Joshua Dixon | 01:10:29 | |
Joshua Dixon is the founder of Admire Wear, a platform that explores issues around mental health and helps its community rediscover their self-worth. After surviving a life-threatening pit bull attack as a little boy, Joshua is on a mission to help others overcome deep struggles and find purpose in pain. In this conversation, you will hear how, as a grown man, Joshua has conceptualized what happened to him and used his story to impact the lives of tens of thousands of people. Please support his work here: https://www.admirewear.com/ ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/53 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Connect with Joshua Dixon: https://www.joshuadixonarts.com/ Ask Heather a Question: https://www.heatherparady.com/ask Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ WATCH Episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady | |||
| 29 Aug 2024 | How to Tell Better Stories on Social Media | Neal Foard | 01:12:33 | |
If you look up the name “Neal Foard” on social media, you will see a man standing in front of a black background telling stories. No flashy edits, no animations or jump cuts. It’s just him, the camera, and while staring straight into the screen, delivering powerful, personal stories. Guess what? It’s working. As an award-winning advertising and marketing creative professional with over three decades of experience, Neal has crafted successful campaigns for global brands such as Budweiser, Lexus, and Sony. Recently, he has brought that skill online. A few weeks ago, I asked previous guest Rain Bennett who one of the best storytellers he knows is. He said, hands down, it was Neal Foard. When I visited Neal’s pa lge, I was shocked to find him breaking so many social media rules and still knocking it out of the park. I had to have him on the show to pick his brain about storytelling. In this conversation, you will hear:
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| 12 Dec 2023 | How to Captivate an Audience & Be More Confident | René Rodriguez | 00:58:54 | |
“The butterflies will never go away, but you can teach them to fly in formation.” - Rob Gilbert As a communicator do you struggle to feel like you belong in certain rooms? How do you show up and not have the pestering voice in the back of your head to prove something? Well, here’s a question for you: “What if feeling confident wasn’t the determining factor?” Today, I connected with René Rodriguez, best-selling author, keynote speaker, leadership advisor, and transformational speaker coach. For the last 27 years, René has been researching and applying behavioral neuroscience to solve some of the toughest challenges in leadership, sales, and change. In this conversation, he breaks down how to become a better storyteller, captivate any audience you find yourself in front of, and why feeling confident doesn’t really matter. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/10 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Ask Heather a Question: www.heatherparady.com/ask Connect with René Rodriguez: https://www.meetrene.com/ Amplify Your Influence by Rene Rodriguez: https://amzn.to/3GuI6jF Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ WATCH Episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady | |||
| 01 Dec 2023 | Learn More While You Read by Doing This | Nick Hutchison | 00:30:47 | |
Ever feel overwhelmed after reading a book? You learn a ton of new, helpful information but are not sure where to begin when it comes to applying everything you just learned. Maybe you struggle with reading books altogether, even though you know you “should.” Today, I connected with Nick Hutchison, author of 'Rise of the Reader' and founder of BookThinkers, a platform that bridges the worlds of authors and readers. Today, he shares with us his unique story of how he started reading and what it's like to build a platform that reaches over 1,000,000 people each month. He walks us through his process of taking the information he learns from a book and applying it to his life. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/7 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Ask Heather a Question: www.heatherparady.com/ask Buy Rise of the Reader: https://a.co/d/c9dE0ln Connect with Nick Hutchison: www.nickhutch.com Learn more about BookThinkers: www.bookthinkers.com Personalized Book recommendation: DM Nick at www.instagram.com/bookthinkers Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ WATCH Episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady | |||
| 09 May 2024 | The Storytelling Process: Deep Dive with Screenwriter & Director Steven Bernstein | 01:02:34 | |
Today, I connected with Steven Bernstein—screenwriter, director, and cinematographer—about his creative process and the art of becoming a master storyteller. Steven guides us through his approach to ideation, uncovering the core truths of a story, and enhancing its visual appeal to captivate audiences more effectively. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/32 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 05 Dec 2024 | Healthy Relationships for Ambitious People | Stefanos Sifandos | 00:48:16 | |
If you are ambitious, it can sometimes be challenging to relate to others who don’t share that ambition. You may also wonder how to maintain healthy relationships when you choose to work more than the average person. In this episode, I sat down with Stefanos Sifandos, a relationships expert with an extensive background in psychology, philosophy, and ecology, to explore the delicate dance between ambition and connection. In this conversation, you’ll hear why Stefanos believes that "most people's ambition is a compensatory strategy to avoid the pain they don’t want to feel" and how "ambition doesn’t have to disappear, but it should evolve." If you’re curious about how to reconcile the drive to build something amazing while maintaining healthy relationships, this episode is for you. WATCH EPISODES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady Topics from this Episode:
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| 19 Dec 2023 | Youtube Expert on Staying GROUNDED While Growing an Online Following | Sean Cannell | 00:51:07 | |
Every aspiring content creator loves tactics. Folks are desperately searching on how to go viral, build an online community, and keep people’s attention. But what if I told you that building an influence doesn’t lie in merely going viral, but by holding true to your values? Today, I spoke with Sean Cannell, the founder of Think Media, who is one of today’s leading online video experts and the world’s most watched YouTube strategist. As a faith-driven leader, I had him on the show not to talk about tactics (sorry y’all) but to discuss how he stays grounded in his faith/spiritual walk while growing a massive following. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/12 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 10 Sep 2024 | A Former Journalist’s Insights on Storytelling | Cyndi Zaweski | 00:52:51 | |
Today, I connected with Cindy Zaweski, an award-winning journalist, storyteller, and content strategist. With over 15 years of experience in journalism, she left her job as an executive editor and content director for a luxury magazine in New York to open her own boutique content marketing agency. Since then, she has built a loyal online community of over 80,000 people. She helps founders connect their expertise and passions through authentic storytelling—get this—all while rejecting conventional niche marketing. In today's conversation, you're going to hear the one thing that will kill a story, why the hero's journey is *%$# on social media, and why you and your audience all share a common enemy. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/51 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Listen to Matthew Dicks’ episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lohwMR56bvA Connect with Cyndi Zaweski: https://www.cyndizaweski.com/ Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ WATCH Episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady | |||
| 13 Feb 2024 | How to Make Your Content WORK | Nicky Saunders | 00:52:53 | |
How do you stay focused on your mission, heart, and calling when you feel like you have to communicate it all in a world with an attention span of only 60 seconds? Today’s guest is a content strategist for some of your favorite speakers and influencers, and she has built her platform training and guiding other leaders on how to effectively use social media. In this conversation, Nicky Saunders discusses a bit of tactics and a lot of philosophy when it comes to approaching your social media channels to have the greatest impact. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/19 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Connect with Nicky Saunders: https://www.deeperthanthebrand.com Follow Nicky on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thisisnickys/ Ask Heather a Question: www.heatherparady.com/ask Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ WATCH Episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady | |||
| 09 Jul 2024 | How to Communicate from a Place of Vibrational Truth | Garrain Jones | 00:55:34 | |
If you want to communicate more powerfully, become more magnetic with your message, and speak from a place of vibrational truth, turn this up. Today, I connected with Garrain Jones, who went from ex-convict to transformational coach, author, and founder of Artist Power—a global movement transforming the entertainment and personal development space. In this conversation, we explore finding 'seeds of peace' in an 'ocean of pain,' approaching challenging tasks from a place of ease, and transforming negative energy into a positive, life-giving force. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/40 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 04 Mar 2025 | You Can Have Two Careers! Tips for Creative Entrepreneurs | Natasha Pearl Hansen | 00:48:14 | |
Have you ever been told that in order to succeed, you need to pick one lane and narrow your focus? Meet Natasha Pearl Hansen. She’s a touring comedian and startup founder who is successfully embracing two worlds unapologetically. From launching her own tech company to navigating the business side of entertainment, she has always been intentional about creating her own path. Pretty unconventional, hmm? In this conversation, Natasha shares how she manages relationships and networking, stays productive without burning out, and makes smart decisions about which opportunities to pursue. She also talks about the moment she turned her canceled wedding into a comedy special, her approach to producing shows, and what it really means to build a portfolio-style career. WATCH EPISODES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 20 Jan 2025 | 3 Storytelling Myths DEBUNKED by Experts | Episode 72 | 00:05:39 | |
Here are 3 Storytelling Myths DEBUNKED by Experts. EPISODES MENTIONED:
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| 26 Nov 2024 | How to Balance Consistency and Creativity as a Creator | 00:10:46 | |
One of the biggest challenges I’ve faced lately as a creator is finding the balance between “being consistent” and not putting out something I don’t fully believe in. How do we stay professional and "show up," as Seth Godin says, while keeping our work honest and meaningful? TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 05 Dec 2023 | Improve Your Short Form Video by Doing This | Brendan Kane | 00:37:47 | |
How in the WORLD do you tell good stories on social media when folks have an attention span of like 2 seconds? If there is one person to learn from, my friends, I promise, it is Brendan Kane. Brendan is the founder of Hook Point and has been a digital marketing leader since 2005. He has guided major brands and celebrities, pioneered the first YouTube influencer campaign, managed $200 million in marketing, and generated $1 billion in revenue. Today, we talked about how you can drive your content and storytelling forward – even if it is on a niche subject. We unravel how mastery is important to your format and how batching may not always be the best approach. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/8 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 23 May 2024 | Why the Ego is the Key to Your Success | Jamie Gruber | 00:56:17 | |
You probably grew up learning that “the ego” is bad. Today's guest, however, challenges that notion and encourages us to heal our relationship with the ego because, whether it's popular or not to admit it, that's how we accomplish great things. Today, I connected with Jamie Gruber, an entrepreneur, multifamily investor, mastermind leader, and the host of the Tribe of Millionaires Podcast. In this conversation, he shares with us his spiritual journey reconnecting with the ego, partnering with it, and leveraging its guidance to make an impact in this world. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/34 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 26 Mar 2024 | 4 Steps to Developing Your Best Ideas with the Founder of The Onion | Scott Dikkers | 00:52:00 | |
In this episode, I talk with Scott Dikkers, a comedy writer and the founder of The Onion, where he served as their owner and editor-in-chief for 30 years. Today, Scott shares his 4-step process for coming up with the BEST ideas, why feedback groups are the missing ingredient for most creatives, and why "being boring is good". ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/25 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 08 Dec 2023 | How to Create Boundaries after Religion | Travis Chappell | 00:44:13 | |
Leaving a strong religious background and diving into the world of entrepreneurship can feel both confusing and oddly familiar at the same time. A few years ago, I came across a man who has built a career around helping entrepreneurs grow their network and connect with influential people. His business successes are impressive, but when I heard his story about deconstructing from what some may consider a cult... I had to ask him some questions. Today, we are speaking with Travis Chappell, about unraveling crippling beliefs and systems about who we are and what we are called to be, and finding contribution and purpose in the work that is at our hands. Travis talks to us about the importance of questioning, living with integrity, and “not drinking the kool-aid” Give and Take: A Revolutionary Approach to Success by Adam Grant: https://amzn.to/3rL8H8o ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/9 TOPICS
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| 21 Nov 2023 | How to Integrate Media and Mental Health | Shira Lazar | 00:48:30 | |
Shira Lazar is an Emmy-nominated host and interviewer covering social media, emerging tech, and the future of well-being. I had her on the show today to talk about her unconventional career and to provide insights for us as communicators on how to navigate rooms we may find intimidating, and to create with courage. We also discussed how she is integrating the topic of mental health in male-dominated spaces and why it's important to pay close attention to the role of technology for unconventional leaders. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/5 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 19 Aug 2024 | Creators Who Get PAID, TikTok Shop, and Opportunities to Monetize | Susan George | 00:45:48 | |
Susan George is the founder and CEO of Mediary, where she launches and scales top brands on TikTok through strategic influencer campaigns. As a Pop/Soul recording artist herself, she knows firsthand that pursuing creativity seriously as a career makes you a business. You need to not only be creatively talented but also be intentional about knowing how to monetize. During the pandemic, she started making videos on TikTok, landed big brand collaborations for herself, and eventually helped other creatives land deals and find unique ways to monetize, including, more recently, creating and selling products through TikTok Shop. In this conversation, you will hear:
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| 20 Feb 2024 | How to be a Better Storyteller | Matthew Dicks | Author of Storyworthy | 00:58:25 | |
I read the book Storyworthy a couple of years ago, and it has been one of my “go-to” books on the art of storytelling. Today, I got to connect with its author, Matthew Dicks, who is an international bestselling author, columnist, playwright, teacher, and a beast in storytelling! In this conversation, we dig into how to deliver your message in a way that sticks with the audience, as well as tactical tips on storytelling. One of the biggest takeaways we can carry from this conversation is that no matter how “boring” your life may seem, there is always a life-changing story to tell. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/20 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Connect with Matthew Dicks: https://matthewdicks.com/ Buy ‘Storyworthy’ by Matthew Dicks: https://amzn.to/3wjSQQ1 Pre-order ‘Stories Sell’ by Matthew Dicks: https://amzn.to/3ORyeVH Ask Heather a Question: www.heatherparady.com/ask Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ WATCH Episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady | |||
| 17 Sep 2024 | How to Tell Better Stories | TV Writer, Michael Jamin | 00:55:00 | |
Michael Jamin is a veteran TV writer and showrunner with over 20 years in the industry, known for his work on shows like Just Shoot Me, King of the Hill, and Beavis and Butt-Head. Michael is also the author of the bestselling collection of personal essays, A Paper Orchestra, which he tours as a one-man show. In our conversation, we explored how to draw inspiration from small, relatable moments and the significance of writing through the lens of character. Michael shared valuable insights on the future of writers and performers, tips for avoiding oversharing in storytelling, and whether it's best to conclude a story with a joke or a serious note. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/52 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 17 Nov 2023 | Rob Bell on Writing, Creativity, and Spaceships | 00:56:41 | |
Rob Bell has spent his entire life communicating to the masses, from pastoring one of America’s fastest-growing churches to writing fourteen books and plays which have been translated into 25 languages. If you know him, you know he has a GIFT for taking a deep message and delivering it in a unique and creative way. But this next version of Rob Bell is another level. He recently authored a fiction book titled, 'Where You Park Your Spaceship,' where he created a whole new world with thought-provoking themes wrapped up in humor and adventure. He is on the show today to talk about the book, the power of creativity, and why no planet worth anything… is without good bread. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/4 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Buy Where’d You Park Your Spaceship?: https://amzn.to/3SNkSfV Connect with Rob Bell: https://robbell.com/ Ask Heather a Question: www.heatherparady.com/ask Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ WATCH Episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady | |||
| 04 Jun 2024 | Why Your Content Sucks (And What Actions You Should Take) | Kent King | 01:05:29 | |
Today, I connected with Kent King, known as the 'Content Chemist.' In this conversation, we explore how to approach content creation from an entrepreneurial mindset, enhance your content's searchability, and efficiently use data to boost your online presence. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/35 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 22 Oct 2024 | The Creative Process of Actor Eric Petersen | 00:59:54 | |
Eric Petersen is an American actor, singer, and comedian – most recently known for his leading role as Kevin in Kevin Can F**k Himself. You may have also seen him in Kirstie, Modern Family, The Big Bang Theory, and even Broadway plays like School of Rock, Shrek, and Escape to Margaritaville. He also co-hosts one of the biggest Christmas podcasts – The Christmas Countdown Show. In this conversation, we dig into how to keep the magic of the creative spirit alive while navigating the business side, building traction in your creative career, calming nerves during performances, and the invitation “to be smarter” as a creative. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/episodes/NUMBER TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 12 Nov 2024 | Emotions in Storytelling and Making a Career in Filmmaking | Jay Worsley | 00:50:19 | |
There isn’t a straightforward career path for creatives. You’re often figuring it out on your own and facing resistance. When is it "too lofty" of a dream? Where’s the line between "This isn’t for me" and just needing patience? Today, I connected with Jay Worsley, an Emmy Award-winning filmmaker, here to share what it took to build a career (and life) telling stories. In this conversation, he shares his decision-making process and why he "says no as much as he can" (and sometimes says yes for reasons beyond the project). Jay also dives into finding emotion in a story, building a team, networking (even if you’re not extroverted), and his bold ideas about marketing indie films. And he shares why it’s crucial to get still and ask, How does this move me? This, my friends, is Jay Worsley. WATCH EPISODES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 24 Dec 2024 | Feel Behind? Listen to This | The Solo Episode | 00:04:50 | |
Feeling behind in your business or creative work? As the year wraps up, it’s easy to feel down if you didn’t meet your goals or feel off track from where you want to be. If that sounds like you, here’s a little pep talk for ya. WATCH EPISODES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady CONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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| 15 Nov 2024 | UNCONVENTIONAL Marketing Advice | The Solo Episode | 00:13:50 | |
Jimmy asked for marketing advice, and I gave a couple of answers he might not have expected. WATCH EPISODES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady CONNECT WITH HEATHER:
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| 14 May 2024 | How to Leverage Self-Reliance to Create Opportunities, Communicate Effectively, and Build Your Personal Brand | Maha Abouelenein | 00:51:04 | |
Today, I connected with Maha Abouelenein, the CEO and Founder of Digital and Savvy, who has more than 30 years of experience as a global communications strategist and is the author of 7 Rules of Self-Reliance. In this conversation, she shares with us the role of self-reliance in building your personal brand, communicating more effectively, and why mastering this skill can position you to make a much greater impact in your work. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/33 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 14 Nov 2023 | How to Tell Better Stories | Pixar’s Matthew Luhn | 00:44:12 | |
Matthew Luhn has over 25 years of experience in creating stories and characters, with story credits including the Toy Story films, Monsters Inc., Finding Nemo, Cars, Monsters University, Ratatouille, UP, and many more. In this conversation, Matthew shares insights on developing the right story structure and themes to deeply resonate with audiences through the stories you want to tell. Be sure to check out his incredible book, 'Best Story Wins,' and his latest book, 'Santa Yeti.' ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/3 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 19 Apr 2024 | Creating Entertaining Business Content | Tony Whatley | 00:55:38 | |
Today, I connected with the founder of 365 Driven, Tony Whatley. As a successful entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience, Tony is breaking the mold in content creation within his industry. Whether it's adding sketch comedy or documenting his journey to skateboarding after age 50, he is paving the way for what it looks like to make an impact and leave a legacy while still integrating it all into our creativity. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/28 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Join us in Costa Rica: https://365driven.com/advance7/ Connect with Tony Whatley: linkedin.com/in/tonywhatley or 365Driven.com Listen to our previous interview: https://tinyurl.com/yc2yyt9n Ask Heather a Question: www.heatherparady.com/ask Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ WATCH Episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady | |||
| 16 Jul 2024 | Cultivating the CALLING of a Communicator | Reward Sibanda | 00:52:25 | |
Today, I connected with Reward Sibanda, a speaker, pastor, and content creator. In today’s conversation, we dig deep into our 'creative calling' and how we, as communicators, have a responsibility to not just be 'effective' but to raise others up to a higher standard. We also talk about how there is an existential crisis amongst the creative community, where we have to constantly 'make content,' and why it is actually 'divine wisdom' to slow down our output. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/41 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 06 Feb 2024 | What Does It REALLY Take to Get in Shape? (Not What You Think) | Pernilla Stryker | 00:51:47 | |
Pernilla Stryker is a complete powerhouse. A fitness influencer and charismatic content creator with the best abs I have ever seen. Literally, how does she do it? Friends, it may not be what you think. I met her a few months ago and was super impressed with her energy and resolve to not only push herself outside of her comfort zone but also her dedication to helping others become the highest versions of themselves. In this conversation, we explored how you can become more comfortable in your own skin and practice a mindset that enables you to push past limits you never thought possible. So, what does it really take to get in incredible shape? Her answer is something that will help you in every area of your life ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/episodes/18 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 02 Jul 2024 | Storytelling Tips for Personal Brands | Sun Yi | 00:52:58 | |
Today I connected with Sun Yi, an entrepreneur, storyteller, and the founder of Night Owls. In this conversation, he walks us through how to enhance your personal brand through storytelling. We discuss the ideation process, how to craft your story, and the importance of drawing a line in the sand to make a bigger impact with your message. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/39 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 27 Feb 2024 | Improve Your Service-Based Business with THIS | Dr. Michael Sonick | 00:57:44 | |
Learning how to truly connect with others is a skill set. If you are providing a service, you have to invest time in learning human psychology and developing your communication skills to adapt to a variety of people. Today, I connected with Dr. Michael Sonick, an internationally-known, highly-regarded authority in the field of Dental Implantology and Periodontology. However, this conversation is not for dentists, it's for anyone who cares for and works closely with people. Dr. Sonick shares wisdom from over 40 years in a service-based business of how he has been able to foster deep relationships and provide exceptional service. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/21 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 02 Apr 2024 | Developing a Clear Vision for Your Creative Career with Hot Breath Comedian, Joel Byars | 00:53:04 | |
Today, I connected with Joel Byars, stand-up comedian and the founder and host of Hot Breath Comedy Network. In this conversation, we discussed navigating ambition as a creative and developing a clear vision for your career. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/26 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Connect with Joel Byars: https://www.instagram.com/joelbyarscomedy/ ‘Be Useful’ by Arnold Schwarzenegger: https://amzn.to/3vyL6cS ‘No More Mr. Nice Guy’ by Dr. Robert Glover: https://amzn.to/3PKz1YO Ask Heather a Question: www.heatherparady.com/ask Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ WATCH Episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady | |||
| 29 Dec 2023 | Is UNFORGIVENESS Affecting Your Success? | Amy Lacey | 00:57:17 | |
Is unforgiveness harming your business? Keeping you back from fulfilling your goals and ambitions? This is not an easy question, and one that would be easy to dismiss, but I challenge you to lean in and hear this story. Today, Amy Lacey, serial entrepreneur, joins us to talk about the impact of forgiveness on your mental health and success. Amy is in the top 1% of all female business owners and confidently shares in this conversation about how the inner work has led to her success. But as Amy says, 'Forgiveness is a choice, and healing is a process.' ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/14 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 18 Feb 2025 | Top 3 Ways to Feel More Confident Sharing Content Feat. Todd Herman, Shira Lazar, René Rodriguez | 00:05:55 | |
Putting yourself out there—sharing your content, your ideas, your voice—can feel terrifying. Over the past several years, I’ve interviewed over 1,000 people across different shows, and when it comes to confidence, three conversations stand out the most. Each of these ideas is unique, but my hope is that one of them will be exactly what you need to push past fear and take action on what you know you're called to do. 🎥 WATCH EPISODES ON YOUTUBE: youtube.com/heatherparady EPISODES MENTIONED:
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| 11 Jun 2024 | How Somatic Healing May Unlock Your Creativity | Rachel Gibler | 00:46:38 | |
I connected with Rachel Gibler, entrepreneur, manifestation coach, spiritual teacher, and host of the Top 15 USA Podcast It's F*cking Spiritual. In this conversation, we discuss somatic healing for creatives, how to balance both feminine and masculine energy, and how to create authentically while still healing. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/36 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 10 Dec 2024 | How to Get Your Creative Work Seen (Feat. Jay Worsley) | The Solo Episode | 00:08:59 | |
In today’s episode, we are answering a question from Conner: “How do you get your creative work ‘out there’?” I had a few thoughts and then brought in my friend Jay, who is an Emmy Award-winning filmmaker, to help answer this question. WATCH EPISODES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady
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| 30 Jan 2024 | Staying Rooted in Faith (Even Through Your Doubt) | Elec Simon | 00:42:54 | |
For the past several years, I have seen today's guest perform at a conference and have just been blown away not only by his talent but also by his ability to connect with a crowd. His name is Elec Simon. If you have seen him perform once, there is no chance that you could forget him. With over 20 years of experience performing and wowing crowds of up to 25,000 – with the off-Broadway and touring productions of 'Stomp', on global music tour stages, and on NBA courts – Elec Simon knows a thing or two about creating energy and being a vessel for powerful messages. In today's conversation, we are diving into how we capture the hearts of the audience, navigate the tricky world of entrepreneurship, and how to stay rooted in our spirituality and relationship with God. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/17 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 07 Nov 2023 | Meaning in the Making | Sean Tucker | 00:52:12 | |
In a world obsessed with production and output, it is easy to forget to pause and question the real meaning behind our work. Last year, when I found myself in a difficult season, questioning my calling and creative voice, I ran across this man on YouTube. Sean Tucker —Photographer, Filmmaker, Author, and “Armchair Philosopher”—joins us to discuss his book, Meaning in the Making, and how to find purpose in your creative work. As a former pastor and now accomplished photographer and filmmaker, Sean has been able to weave spiritual and psychological topics into beautiful narratives throughout his content. In this conversation we talk about finding your voice post-religion, the pull between “consistency” and meaningful work, and how to make content you truly believe in. Connect with Sean Tucker: https://www.seantucker.photography/ Follow Sean on IG: https://www.instagram.com/seantuck/ ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/1 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 05 Mar 2024 | Burn the Ships, Change Your Environment, Be More Creative | J. Vladimir | 00:41:31 | |
To do something outside of the box in your life and career, you are going to have to take risks (shocker right?). Although we say we want “x” with our lives, are we taking the necessary steps to get there? Today, I had the pleasure of speaking with J. Vladimir, an innovative artist who blends the world of editorial fashion photography with modern pop art. He shares his story of “burning the boats” to become a full-time artist, and why he advocates for “betting on yourself”. We also dig into his creative process and why changing your environment and habits is a necessity for your creativity. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/22 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 28 Feb 2025 | How to Beat Overwhelm (Secrets from Creative Professionals) | Brendan Kane, George Sidiropoulos, Adam Rose | 00:05:41 | |
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| 09 Apr 2024 | Overcoming BURNOUT and Finding the HEART of the Story | Documentary Filmmaker Carlos Andrés Cuervo | 01:19:36 | |
Today, I connected with Carlos Cuervo, a cinematographer, documentary filmmaker, and photojournalist. In this conversation, we dig into how to navigate burnout as creatives, how boundaries can help our creativity grow further, and how, despite not feeling like a leader, the fact that you’re effectively communicating your message may already make you one. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/27 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 12 Mar 2024 | The Creative Process of Adam Rose | 00:43:20 | |
Today we are talking with content creator, actor, and writer Adam Rose (known for that lovely blue cardigan you see on the internet) to hear about his journey as an entertainer, his creative process, and why he believes creativity “requires speed”. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/23 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 20 Nov 2024 | How ClickUp Generates Millions of Views with their Short-Form Videos | Chris Cunningham | 00:56:13 | |
You might think content from a project management company would be dry, right? Think again. Today I sat down with Chris Cunningham, a founding member of ClickUp and the head of their social media marketing, to explore their unconventional approach to content creation. Believe it or not, ClickUp isn’t just making business content—they’re breaking all the rules by taking inspiration from comedy and entertainment (think Saturday Night Live) while still delivering value to their audience. Chris shared how their team takes their content strategy seriously—investing in talent, writing teams, and a creative vision that’s anything but boring. We also talked about how creators can adopt scrappier methods, why it’s important to “take bets off data,” and how reframing embarrassment can unlock your creative potential. WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 16 Jan 2024 | Alter Egos, High Performance, and the MYTH of Authenticity | Todd Herman | 00:57:37 | |
Is being yourself truly 'enough'? What if there were multiple versions of you that you could access to perform at your best, depending on the situation? I recently shared a video on this topic and received some skepticism (fair pushback) regarding the idea of creating an 'Alter Ego'. In response, I reached out to Todd Herman, a performance coach and author, who has assisted world-renowned athletes and leaders in tapping into their superpowers through an Alter Ego. In this episode, we explore your questions about authenticity and peak performance. Join us as we dive into the benefits of an alter ego, the impact of visualization and having a 'board of directors' for your life, and how you can fully embrace your authentic self. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/15 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 25 Jun 2024 | How this Man Uses Storytelling on IG to Build His Furniture Business | 00:54:59 | |
I found Leif Abel, also known as ‘RevisionFurniture,' on Instagram, where he has a unique storytelling style to market his business. As the founder of ReVision Restoration, Leif has restored and sold over $500,000 worth of high-end furniture, and he uses storytelling on Instagram specifically to market his business. I had him on the show to talk about how he crafts his videos, how he finds 'the story' in restoring furniture, and to learn about his philosophy of looking at cues from TV shows to make his content more interesting. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/38 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 01 Nov 2024 | When Friends & Family Criticize Your Dreams | The Solo Episode | 00:11:07 | |
Today, I'm answering a question from William about what to do when friends and family are critical of your dreams. Clips Mentioned:
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| 30 Apr 2024 | THROWBACK: Honor Your SPARK & Find VALUE in Your Gift | Antonio “Tony Talks” Baldwin | 00:37:15 | |
This is a throwback episode with Antonio 'Tony Talks' Baldwin on an episode titled 'Honor Your SPARK & Find VALUE in Your Gift' in 2021. Watch our conversation from 2024 here: https://youtu.be/1dg6vcRrutw Connect with Antonio “Tony Talks” Baldwin: https://www.youtube.com/@iamtonytalks 2024 Episode: https://youtu.be/1dg6vcRrutw Ask Heather a Question: www.heatherparady.com/ask Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ WATCH Episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady | |||
| 06 Feb 2025 | How to Simplify a Big Story (Without Losing Its Impact) | 00:07:27 | |
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| 05 Nov 2023 | Here it is. | 00:14:32 | |
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| 15 Dec 2023 | How to Produce Better Content as a One-Man Show | George Sidiropoulos | 00:46:49 | |
If you are a one-man (or woman) show, trying to pull off running a business, creating content, etc., it's understandable that you may feel overwhelmed. What if there was a way to employ multiple 'selves' and operate effectively as a team... even if it's just you? Today, I connected with George Sidiropoulos, a former musician turned content creator who has NAILED a system that helps him produce more, in less time, using multiple versions of himself. In this conversation, we dig into how to navigate the beginning stages of a one-person team, creating the structures that build your business, and how we keep our creativity and passion intact despite the pressure of earning. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/11 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 31 Dec 2024 | How to Tell a Story in 60 Seconds (Without Losing Impact) | The Solo Episode | 00:09:57 | |
Do you feel like you need to dumb down your message to grow your social platforms? Think again. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down why that thought pattern is totally wrong—and sharing exactly how to frame your deep, meaningful message in 60 seconds or less. WATCH EPISODES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady EPISODES MENTIONED:
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| 23 Apr 2024 | From Ministry to Entrepreneurship (Honest Conversation about Healing and Faith) | Kary Oberbrunner | Igniting Souls | 00:52:18 | |
Today, I connected with Kary Oberbrunner, former pastor and now a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author and the founder of Igniting Souls Publishing Company. In this episode, we do a deep dive into healing from spiritual and emotional scars, and finding your unconventional calling. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/29 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 17 Dec 2024 | How to Tell Your Personal Story (Like a Pro) Irene’s Entropy | 01:16:17 | |
If you struggle with telling your story—whether it’s fear of being judged or labeled, or maybe exposing others that you love—this episode is for you. Today, I connected with Irene from Irene’s Entropy, a musician and content creator. She’s built a big ol’ community around her journey of leaving Mormonism and rebuilding her life and career after leaving literally everything behind and having to start all over. Although her story is complex, she has mastered a way to communicate it through her music and short-form content. And my guess is, maybe you have a complex story too. There is a way to communicate it effectively, but it’s going to require something. Like Irene says, “It really all comes back to self-awareness, emotional awareness, and understanding your goals and where you’re headed. And then being okay if the public doesn’t see you for who you are yet—knowing that they will if you keep moving toward your goal.” Well, this is a good one, y’all. This is Irene. WATCH EPISODES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 03 Oct 2024 | Introducing: The Solo Episode (Fighting Apathy) | 00:14:45 | |
Today’s episode is a solo one. Let’s talk about Apathy. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/54 Ask Heather a Question: https://www.heatherparady.com/ask Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ WATCH Episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady | |||
| 10 Nov 2023 | Why Do Things Get Harder Before They Get Easier? | Adeyemi Adeyosoye | 00:31:41 | |
Struggling to find your place in this world? Are you grappling with life while trying to find your calling? Is it possible that your greatest gifts come from your greatest obstacles? Today, I had the pleasure of connecting with Adeyemi Adeyosoye, the 'Energy Man' and Founder of The Soul School. In this conversation, we talk about the hidden gifts in life's greatest pains, why setbacks are not a sign that we are pursuing the wrong thing, and why we are afraid of our own potential. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/2 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 14 Aug 2024 | Subconscious Defenses Affecting Creators | Rivky Gross | 00:53:21 | |
Today, I connected with Rivky Gross, a hypnotherapist and somatic practitioner for heart centered leaders. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/45 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 22 Aug 2024 | Confidence and Being YOU is Key to Growth | Elisabeth Wykert | 01:00:20 | |
Elisabeth Wykert is a stand-up comedian and actress, famously known for her leotard dance videos. Yes, you heard that right. I’ve been following her since the pandemic when she decided one day, you know what, it's time to put on a leotard, dance in public, and put it on the internet. Definitely the type of person I want to know. What happened afterward is pretty mind-blowing. Growing an engaged audience of over a million people over the past couple of years, I’ve been so curious about her creative process, how she’s merging her online content with her professional goals, and where in the world she learned all these dance moves. In this conversation, you will hear:
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| 19 Mar 2024 | Creative Boredom, Ideation Process, and Throwing Caution to the Wind with 2x Emmy-winning Director Eric Anderson | 01:09:46 | |
Today, I connected with two-time Emmy-winning Director Eric Anderson to discuss how to develop our ideas and foster creativity, the process of bringing our ideas to life, the differences between big-scale productions and being a content creator, and why sometimes you should just throw caution to the wind (because playing it safe can get kinda boring). ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/24 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 26 Aug 2024 | Unconventional Marketing for Your Art | Alejo Porras | 00:55:04 | |
Alejo Porras is a graphic artist and storyteller specializing in sketchnotes. I met him at a conference where I was speaking a few months ago. Afterward, he walked up to me and handed me this—a summary of everything I had said, designed in this insanely cool graphic. WOW. Apparently, this is a thing—artists who create pieces of art summarizing lectures, talks, etc., to help people remember what was shared. Cool idea, but how do you market something like this? What Alejo told me he does…is kind of surprising. In this conversation, you will hear:
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| 29 Oct 2024 | How to Make More Money with Your Art (Unapologetically) | Amie Mcnee (@InspiredToWrite) | 00:48:23 | |
The conversation around money and art is a tricky one. What do you do when folks aren't buying your work? How much should you really be charging? And why do so many people feel uncomfortable even talking about this? Today, we have with us Amie McNee, the author of We Need Your Art and the voice behind the wildly popular community Inspired to Write, where she helps her global audience of creatives dismantle limiting narratives and start taking their work seriously. In this episode, you’ll hear why Amie believes that charging for art is “ANTI-Capitalist,” the conspiracy around keeping artists “small and poor,” and why, as a creative, you might want to ignore traditional marketing advice and… f*ck the niche. WATCH Episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 28 Nov 2023 | Makin’ BANGERS on Social Media | Whiskey Biz | 00:31:13 | |
Are you just…built differently? Leaning into those small quirks and mustering up the courage to show all of who you are is what this world is waiting for. Today, I connected with Whiskey Biz, an unconventional entrepreneur and creator. I found him on TikTok and am not sure I have ever seen someone seem to have as much fun making content as his guy. In this conversation, we discuss his philosophy in creation, being ambitious while having a family, and why ENJOYING what you make is the key to it all. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/6 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 23 Jan 2024 | Gaining TRACTION as an Artist and Building Your Music Career | Chad Lawson | 00:58:19 | |
What does it really take to get your creative work in front of more people and make a real living from your craft? Some say not to worry about the money, but how can you stay true to your art while still moving the ball forward? Today, I connected with Chad Lawson, an American pianist and composer, who found that sweet spot between the business side of music and creating work that he is truly passionate about. In this conversation, he breaks down the exact steps he took in the early days to build his business, a unique way that he stays connected in the music industry, and why he is grateful he spent the first 20 years as an independent artist, because of all the business lessons he learned. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/16 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Buy ‘Make Art Make Money’ by Elizabeth Hyde Stevens: https://amzn.to/3Sl5hDz Buy ‘Trust Me, I’m Lying’ by Ryan Holiday: https://amzn.to/48VHtM7 Connect with Chad Lawson: https://www.chadlawson.com/ Follow Chad on IG: https://www.instagram.com/chadlawson/ Ask Heather a Question: www.heatherparady.com/ask Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ WATCH Episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady | |||
| 03 Sep 2024 | Content Strategy & Storytelling for Professionals | The Storytelling Surgeon, David Hindin | 00:46:36 | |
Dr. David Hindin is a trauma and critical care surgeon at Stanford University who is... obsessed with storytelling. You heard me right—a surgeon who tells stories. In addition to serving as the Associate Chair of Innovation and Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery, and the Assistant Director of Stanford’s Biodesign Faculty Fellowship, he also developed a storytelling course at Stanford to help physicians and engineers enhance their communication skills, blending his passion for medicine with creativity. What? I found him on Instagram, where I was intrigued by his storytelling skills, methods of communication, and advocacy for the arts in scientific fields. I had to have him on the show today, and I was lucky that he agreed (I think this is the first surgeon I’ve ever interviewed). I never would have imagined it would be about this… In this conversation, you will hear:
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| 22 Dec 2023 | Able Heart: Recreating Yourself and Building NEW Dreams | 00:50:52 | |
Are you at a point in your life where you are questioning your purpose? Dealt with a blow to your dreams and plans – and you don’t even know what to do anymore? Today, I connected with Able Heart, Philadelphia based-singer, songwriter and producer, who shares with us how he managed to get back up after his Amateur US Olympic snowboarding career came to an abrupt halt due to an injury. He eventually found his solace in music and now shares his spirituality with his audience by intentionally creating specific frequencies within his music. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/13 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 30 Apr 2024 | Inside Look at a Full-Time Viral Content Creator | Antonio “Tony Talks” Baldwin | 00:58:57 | |
Today, I connected with Antonio ‘Tony Talks' Baldwin, a full-time content creator and social media personality. In this episode, we take a deep dive into topics such as balancing creativity as a creative, brand growth, ambition & humility and navigating relationships amid a growing career. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/31 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
Connect with Antonio “Tony Talks” Baldwin: https://www.youtube.com/@iamtonytalks Throwback Episode: https://youtu.be/IUzbecQzxgw?si=S6ONNNgekmcmK1SF Ask Heather a Question: www.heatherparady.com/ask Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ WATCH Episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady | |||
| 30 Jul 2024 | Increase Your Content’s Engagement Through Sequencing | Rain Bennett | 00:41:48 | |
Today, I connected with Rain Bennett, a two-time Emmy-nominated filmmaker, writer, and competitive storyteller. In this conversation, we dig into how to increase retention and engagement in your stories through sequencing and developing a strong payoff. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/43 TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 11 Feb 2025 | Shadow Work and Creativity | Rivky Gross | 00:42:50 | |
If you've ever felt like you're on the sidelines, cheering for others while knowing deep down you're holding yourself back—this episode is for you. I sat down with Rivky Gross, a somatic and subconscious-based practitioner, to explore the concept of the shadow artist—a term from Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way. A shadow artist feels the pull to create but hesitates due to fear, perfectionism, or self-doubt. As Carl Jung said, “Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.” Suppressing creativity can manifest as perfectionism, anxiety, or a deep sense of unworthiness. Many creatives fear being misunderstood or judged, keeping them from sharing their work. But the world needs more creators who dare to be fully themselves. If you’ve been holding back, consider this your permission to create and share unapologetically. SIGN UP FOR THE SHADOW ARTIST OUR WORKSHOP HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/shadowartistworkshop TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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| 10 Oct 2024 | Are You Are Too Old to Pursue This? | The Solo Episode | 00:07:40 | |
Someone sent me an email the other day. The bottom of it said, “Sometimes I worry that I am too old to do X”. My response? You are too old. Here is why. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE: https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/55 Ask Heather a Question: https://www.heatherparady.com/ask Follow Heather on IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ WATCH Episodes on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady | |||
| 20 Feb 2025 | Celebrity Interviewer: How to Ask Better Questions, Be Yourself, and Have Fun | Jenelle Riley | 01:01:02 | |
A year ago, I started watching a ton of celebrity interviews, hoping to understand how actors, directors, and producers built successful careers in such an oversaturated industry. What I didn’t expect, though, was to be captivated by the person interviewing them all. Today, I connected with Jenelle Riley, an Emmy-winning journalist, playwright, and editor at Variety. She started out in Oregon with no industry connections but built her career through her brilliant writing and natural ability to connect with people. Today Jenelle shares with us how to become an exceptional interviewer, from research and preparation to making a real connection with A-list guests. Whether you're aspiring to be a professional storyteller or just need some encouragement, you'll love this conversation with Jenelle Riley. WATCH EPISODES ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:
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