Almost Creative Podcast
The Entrepreneur Mindset Every Creative Needs (ft. Bill Pendley)
18 Jun 2025
Hey creatives, in this episode we sit down with Bill Pendley—a mortgage broker with a surprising creative edge. We talk about balancing a traditional career with a passion-driven life, the role of faith in business, and what structure can teach creatives about freedom. Whether you're scaling a side hustle or just starting out, this convo will challenge how you think about risk, purpose, and growth.Each bi-weekly episode features real talk, rants, and conversations with others who've turned passion into profit and can help you do the same. Stay Creative!USE OUR CODE TO GET 10% OFF DEHANCER: COUPON CODE: ALMOSTCREATIVEWHERE WE GET OUR MUSIC: (Sound Stripe):https://soundstripe.com/?fpr=almostcreative10THE BEST CRM SOFTWARE (17 hats):https://referrals.17hats.com?r=gspzsbzgzbOUR QUICK AI CLIPPING TOOL:https://www.opus.pro/?via=almostcreativeOur FREE PRICING TEMPLATE:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NwCFn5JhyCCltaBFr-6ndlYORrZ07i5SwwvIrzilK9w/edit?usp=sharingOUR TEAMS LIGHTING KIT:https://kit.co/trheberling/lightingOUR WEDDING DAY KIT:https://kit.co/trheberling/wedding-videoTimestamps:00:00 – Why a Mortgage Broker on a Creative Podcast?03:01 – From Career Curveballs to Creative Crossroads06:02 – Faith, Risk, and Trusting the Process09:03 – Finding Purpose Through Passion Projects12:03 – How Side Hustles Open Doors15:01 – Bridging the Gap Between Business and Creativity18:01 – Creative Community and the Power of Showing Up21:02 – Balancing Stability and Risk as an Entrepreneur24:03 – The Hidden Benefits of Creative Collaboration27:01 – Why Vulnerability Builds Stronger Brands30:02 – Scaling Vision While Staying Grounded33:03 – Legacy, Leadership, and Long-Term Impact36:04 – Final Takeaways and Encouragement for CreativesIf you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on. DM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!) The Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/almostcreativepod/Travis: https://www.instagram.com/trheberling/Chris: https://www.instagram.com/chrisshootsvideo/
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