If you’re dreaming about breaking out on your own to do something creative, this episode is for you! Creative strategy coach Michelle Guo works with creatives, such as freelance web designers, copywriters and social media managers. As the founder of Magicave Media, Michelle empowers her clients to build a sustainable business around their desired lifestyle. Is a creative career right for you? Michelle helps you figure that out with all the things you should consider, including your personality, lifestyle and finances. She also reminds us that a creative career has a business side to it, which you should also keep in mind. Epiosode Highlights:What is a creative career?Consider your personality, lifestyle and financesResources for creatives How ikigai can help you figure out a creative careerThe business side to a creative career—taxes, legal and profitCommon challenges for creativesDealing with rejectionFind Michelle Guo at:Website: www.magicavemedia.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelleannguo/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/magicave-media/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michelleannguoClear, Connect & Close Resource Vault: https://www.magicavemedia.com/clear-connect-closeResources Mentioned:Freelancers Union: https://freelancersunion.orgSCORE: https://www.score.orgPositivePsychology: The Philosophy of Ikigai: 3 Examples About Finding PurposeLinkedIn: Ikigai, Japanese Secret To Long & Happy Life – A Book Summary & ReviewCreative Career Switch Episodes Mentioned:Ep 18: The pros and cons of becoming a full-time writerEp 21: A side hustle results in a career switchEp 25: A hobby turns into a career change (photography business)Music credit: TimMoor from Pixabay Podcast info:What's your career switch? What do you think about this episode and the show? Tell us at careerswitchpod.com. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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