61 episodes
Rock That Creative Job Jamie Roberts
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4.8 • 16 Ratings
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Hey Creatives! Welcome to the Rock That Creative Job podcast! I'm your host Jamie Roberts, and I'm ready to inspire, motivate and empower you with the insight and guidance you need to get better jobs, better work, better pay, and build the creative career––and life––you’ve always wanted. Because the creative industry is different. And I want you to have the specialized career support you deserve, so you never second-guess your career decisions, or undervalue your skills, experience, and creative talent. My mission is to use my experience to help you avoid the pain, confusion, frustration, and isolation that can happen in creative work. I’m going to share stories from my own experiences so you never feel alone in your struggle as a creative professional. I’m going to tackle BIG mindset challenges––like imposter syndrome––so you have the tools to overcome those thought patterns that hold you back. I’ll also be talking with guests who can help demystify the creative hiring process, so you can have the insights that will help you connect with all audiences and get the jobs you really want. But most importantly, I’m going to give you the support that you need to survive the day-to-day in our wild and unpredictable creative professions. So click subscribe, share this with your creative friends, and LET'S ROCK!
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How to Heal When You're in Burnout Mode
If you are feeling depleted and disconnected from your creative work, or feeling anxious and stressed more than 50% of your day, you won’t want to miss this incredible episode! Join us for Part 3 of the MENTAL HEALTH SERIES where I talk with licensed trauma therapist Gabrielle Loomis-Annett about how to identify the 4 main signs and symptoms of burnout, the different ways creatives specifically tend to cope with this, and a few examples from my own creative career when I struggled with burnou...
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How to Deal With Imposter Syndrome
Are you struggling with feelings of inadequacy or insecurity when it comes to your career, your skills, or your creative talent? Join us for Part 2 of the MENTAL HEALTH SERIES where I talk with licensed trauma therapist Gabrielle Loomis-Annett, and discuss the intricacies of imposter syndrome. You’ll learn the 3-part cycle of imposter syndrome, the root causes of this, the neurobiological reasons for our negative feedback loops, and how you can break this pattern and harness your super-power ...
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How to Know if You're in a Toxic Job
Are you terrified of your boss, or struggling to stay engaged in creative work? Have you exited a creative job that left you feeling so depleted that you can't find the energy to apply for another one? Do you feel the mental & physical health effects of these experiences taking over your life? Join us for Part 1 of the May MENTAL HEALTH SERIES where I talk with licensed trauma therapist Gabrielle Loomis-Annett about how to determine if your job is toxic, coping strategies when you're in i...
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6 Resume Red Flags Hiring Managers See
Ever wonder if you're making resume mistakes that are causing hiring managers to pass you by? 🤔💥🫣 In this episode I'll share the most common creative resume red flags that may be standing between you and your next creative job! Plus, I'll also give you 3 bonus tips for job searching that will help you gain the traction you're looking for. LET'S ROCK! 🌟Go to rockthatcreativejob.com for more creative career resources, including my Creative Resume-in-a-Day online course, coaching packages, and w...
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Managing the Emotions of Rejection
Are you struggling under the emotional weight of rejection while searching for that next creative job, work promotion, or new client? You are not alone! Join me in this informative episode where I talk with PR strategist & author, Dr. Rebekah Louisa Smith, about the difficult emotions that can hold us back from our creative goals. We discuss ways to manage those negative thought-spirals, how to avoid limiting your own potential by applying the correct strategy, and why creative career suc...
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Interviewing When You're an Introvert
Are you a creative who is more introverted than extroverted? Do job interviews or client presentations make you feel anxious? Join me for an amazing chat with seasoned writer, creative director, and agency owner, Pamela Fiehn. A self-proclaimed introvert, Pamela has been on both sides of the interview table many times in her 20+ year creative career, as an employee AND employer. We discuss how to approach a creative job interview or a client acquisition conversation with quiet confidence, how...
Customer Reviews
Not just for creatives!
The insights Jamie has gleaned from her career as a designer and creative director are so valuable — whether you are a designer or not. I am going to happily replace that inner critical perfectionist voice that sometimes rears its ugly head with Jamie’s knowledgeable voice of reason and encouragement. Well worth the time!
Jamie is the real deal
Jamie helps motivate creative people to promote themselves. She talks sense into you that getting your portfolio out there will boost your confidence and open unexpected job offers!
Great advice for creative pros!
This podcast is so helpful with navigating the day-to-day experiences we have in the creative industry. It covers all of the things that fall between the cracks when it comes to creative careers. Jamie provides solid advice from her real-life experiences in a friendly and approachable way.