38 episodes

Dedicated to set creatives up for success in the corporate environments that may not feel natural to them. Learn how to talk about what it is you do, balance creative joy, how to work within agencies, in-house teams, and manage contract work; negotiate pay; and get your industry questions answered.

The Creative Mentor's Podcast The Creative Mentor

    • Arts
    • 4.3 • 6 Ratings

Dedicated to set creatives up for success in the corporate environments that may not feel natural to them. Learn how to talk about what it is you do, balance creative joy, how to work within agencies, in-house teams, and manage contract work; negotiate pay; and get your industry questions answered.

    38 You Pass The Class

    38 You Pass The Class

    Well this is it, the end of the road. If you’ve made it this far in our journey congratulations. You’re gonna be JUST FINE. I had so much fun producing this for all of you. We both have celebrated some serious success and I just want to thank you all for participating with me.

    • 23 min
    37 What Happens When You Quit?

    37 What Happens When You Quit?

    A lot goes into quitting a job, you would be surprised. There’s a lot to say and do. I walk you through the process and the feelings as well as my suggestions of how to handle it and what you should remember for later.

    • 31 min
    36 Knowing When It‘s Time To Move On

    36 Knowing When It‘s Time To Move On

    Change is scary, but inevitable. It can feel really good when you’re ready to up your game! This week I talk about how to weigh your options when you’re ready for a change in your career, or ready to grow into something new. 

    • 35 min
    35 What Happens When You Get Fired?

    35 What Happens When You Get Fired?

    Man, it sucks to get fired. A lot goes through your mind but the most important question is "What do I do now?". Well, as someone who's been fired before, I will tell you. It's not my favorite thing to bring up, but it's been 8 years and I figure this is as good a place as any to talk about how it all feels, what you're supposed to do, and how you bounce back. Self-made Millennial Resource: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeNm7lbfRg9wiBDSLQ-M8RA Job Doctor Tessa: https://www.tiktok.com/@jobdoctortessa? 

    • 31 min
    34 Conflict

    34 Conflict

    One thing will always be true with working, you will run into conflict. Because systems are not smart, and people get wrapped up with work, it's tough to know how to deal with conflict resolutions at work. I walk you through some context, tips, and tricks on asserting yourself and what boundaries are appropriate for you. 

    • 39 min
    33 Creative Connections

    33 Creative Connections

    When you hear the word "networking" you always think of that weird business card scene from American Psycho. I'm here to tell you that it can be more sincere than that. I walk you through some framework on how to connect with the creatives around you and yes, make friends as an adult. Which is hard.

    • 29 min

Customer Reviews

4.3 out of 5
6 Ratings

6 Ratings

2thend ,

Extremely life affirming

I am so lucky to have found Lauren on TikTok a few months ago.
Lauren is one of the best resources for creatives out there today. It’s so hard and intimidating to start from scratch with any creative endeavor, and listening to this podcast keeps me sane; Knowing I’m not the only one out there trying to figure this all out.

chicccgga ,

Lauren is amazing!

This was a fantastic episode and I’m excited to watch this journey and learn more from her as a young designer.

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