The Top 7 Creative Entrepreneur Video and Audio Interviews So Far

 
As I write this it's been about nine months since I launched "The Creative Entrepreneur" interview series. A total of 23 interviews have been posted. It seems like a good time to assess how the series is being received by viewers and listeners.

As you may know, the interviews are available for free as YouTube videos and as an audio-only podcast via iTunes, Stitcher and more.

Here are the big picture numbers as of March 19, 2014:

Total video views of all 23 interviews: 8,616

Total audio podcast downloads: 7,840

Of course, these aren't "Gangnam Style" numbers, but I'm pretty happy with them.

Now let's compare the most popular video interviews with the most downloaded audio versions. Here's where things get interesting, because there are some sharp differences.

023 - Emilie Wapnick on Feeding Your Many Talents

Have you ever felt constricted because the world was pressuring you to find a single purpose and passion? If so, you'll love this interview with Emilie Wapnick.

She believes that many people simply don't have one true calling - and you may be better off embracing a variety of interests throughout your life.

In this interview Emilie reveals:

• How she turned a "refuse to choose" attitude into a business
• Why a low point in her life lead to what she's doing now
• How Chris Guillebeau's World Domination Summit changed her life
• Mistakes she made when offering a coaching service - and how to do it better
• The importance of building a team and finding competent people through your existing tribe
• Her amazing big picture vision of why "Multipotentialites" are so important

Watch or listen now!

022 - Phil Johnson: Making a Living From Music, Comedy, Teaching and More

Phil Johnson leads a fascinating life. For 20 years he's been making a living from a combination of music, comedy, teaching, voice-over work, and more.

For him, success is all about variety and multiple streams of creative income.

In this engaging conversation Phil spills the beans on:

• How a cubicle inspired him to work for himself
• The important role that teaching plays in his business model
• The $10,000 mistake he made
• Why he wishes he would have started doing comedy earlier
• The book that changed his life that he doesn't want you to read

Watch or listen now!

021 - Jack Conte on Pomplamoose, Patreon, YouTube and Failure - The Creative Entrepreneur

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Jack Conte has become a leading voice for independent musicians who are making a living and making a difference in the digital era. He is best know for the musical duo Pomplamoose, which he co-creates with his partner Nataly Dawn. In 2013 he founded Patreon, a new concept in crowdfunding that has a lot of people talking.

In this wide-ranging interview Jack has a lot to say about:

• YouTube and the massive role it played in his success
• How he earns more than $7,000 for every free music video he puts out
• His surprising view of failure and trying new things
• What he means by "Acting before you are ready"
• The "mental poison" he had to overcome years ago
• How "Sesame Street" helped Pomplamoose create viral YouTube videos

Watch or listen now!

020 - Derek Sivers on How to Get Anything You Want - The Creative Entrepreneur

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Derek Sivers is a true creative entrepreneur. In his rich life he has been many things: musician, circus clown, programmer, writer, entrepreneur, and student. In 1998 he founded CD Baby, which became the largest seller of independent music online, paying hundreds of millions of dollars to indie artists.

In this interview Derek shares a wide range of wisdom, including:

• The surprising thing that happened right before his "How to Start a Movement" TED Talk (and what Peter Gabriel had to say about it)
• Two important things you should do early in your creative career that made all the difference in his life
• Derek's unique view of failure
• His insightful views on fame vs fortune and what really motivates him
• The pros and cons of world travel and living overseas
• What he thinks Dale Carnegie's famous book should have been called

Watch or listen now!

019 - Jo-Na Williams, Entertainment Attorney, Artist Advocate - The Creative Entrepreneur

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Jo-Na Williams is an incredibly wise and inspiring woman. She's a NYC-based musician and artist advocate turned entertainment attorney. Her story and work ethic will infuse you with a "can do" attitude.

In this great interview Jo-Na shares:

• Two key questions she asked to design her ideal life and work.
• The critical factors that made her a more effective marketer.
• What she has in common with Marie Forleo and Danielle LaPorte.
• In-your-face advice she has for dealing with naysayers.
• Why it's more important to start a movement than just start a business.
• The one book that changed her life.

Watch or listen now!

018 - Pat Flynn Interview, Smart Passive Income - The Creative Entrepreneur

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Buckle up for this stellar interview. Why? Because Pat Flynn of "Smart Passive Income" fame is in the house!

Pat has an amazing story. More than five years ago he was laid off from his job. That forced him to be creative and find a new way to earn money and design his life.

Today he has a thriving blog, podcast and speaking career - consistently earning $40,000 to $50,000 a month via affiliate commissions, product sales, and speaking.

In this fast-paced interview Pat reveals:

• The hidden blessing in being "let go" from his job
• Why having support from family, friends and/or peers is crucial
• The power of Mastermind Groups (he's in three of them that meet weekly)
• How even he has to overcome fear and self-doubt
• The three books that made the biggest difference in building his business
• The next big project on the horizon for him

Watch or listen now!