Saying no as an illustrator: dropping projects can boost your career.
About this episode
Juggling too many plates, saying yes to everything, and wondering if it’s time to let something go... It's not a fun place to be. (And all three of us have been there, got the frazzled t-shirt).
In this episode, we share the projects, jobs, and ideas we’ve binned along the way to make room for the shiny new stuff.
We chat about:
- Why it’s okay to drop what isn’t working (even when you love parts of it).
- Illustrator school visits, online shops, and in-person events.
- The power of saying no. NOOOO!
- How dropping things helps you focus on what you’re brilliant at.
Links Mentioned
- We made you some workshops and resources to help you navigate a creative career: The Good Ship Freebies
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