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DON'T SOLVE PROBLEMS™️ CREATE THEM where are the pirates ? the poets, rockstars, and renegades willing to build something, break something, change something open your eyes the creative revolution is streaming live from the dregs of postmodernism, meaning where are the radicals ? the artists come with us be problematic START A FIRE

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why don't you tip at McDonald's? why do you tip anywhere else? are you doing the right thing or simply what is said to be right? this matters for your brand more deeply than you think and answering these questions may even reveal some insights about your purpose Subscribe on YouTube! STAY IN THE LOOP

Have you ever experienced something disastrous that turned into something beautiful? Dominic shares a sample of his personal journey. Subscribe on YouTube! STAY IN THE LOOP

Everyone is making adjustments this year. One thing is clear — we have to adapt. And we can't lose ourselves in the mix. Brandon Loftin (TBWAChiatDay) weighs in on the personal, professional, and social adjustments creatives need to make to deal with all the waves. Subscribe on YouTube! STAY IN THE LOOP Soulmatter https://www.instagram.com/dominicdimaria/ Dominic DiMaria https://www.instagram.com/dominicdimaria/ Brandon Loftin https://www.instagram.com/1lwky/ http://soulmatter.co

It’s easy to fall into patterns of behavior. But often we don’t question where our behavior patterns are coming from. In this week’s episode, leadership coach Luis Guaman and I discuss the top 3 habits for creatives. Subscribe on YouTube STAY IN THE LOOP Soulmatter https://www.instagram.com/dominicdimaria/ Dominic DiMaria https://www.instagram.com/dominicdimaria/ Luis Guaman https://www.instagram.com/luisguamanofficial/ http://soulmatter.co

Creativity is the process of self discovery, so you have to arm yourself to make adjustments. The pivot is one of the best places for creatives to shine. Evolving is expansive -- how expansive can you get?

Your beliefs dictate your reality. Today's guest Elizabeth Faith Ludlow (THE WALKING DEAD, ANOTHER LIFE) breaks down her career achievements and the major pivots she's taken to get where she is. How do you change your mind?

What do you do when you hit rock bottom? Is it a lesson or a trauma? Steven "Zeus" Taylor (Insurgent, The Red Road) talks about using creativity to come back from adversity, and what he learned working with Jason Momoa. What do you do to come back when things go south?

Do you feel comfortable failing? We don't often invite failure -- but ironically it's the thing that grows us the most. Hailing from the Great Lake state of Michigan, Jonathan is multi-disciplinary creative producer based out of Brooklyn, NY. Besides winning several ADDY's and a Silver CLIO, one of his latest projects, IVRY, was featured as one of the best documentaries of 2018 in Vimeo's Best of Year roundup. What's the failure you've learned from the most?

You can't blitz every play -- but it can be hard to deal with the feast-or-famine cycle so many producers are used to. Arly Montes is a freelance producer based out of Los Angeles CA. She lives on the east side in Boyle heights. She produces Commercials and Digital content across a broad range of production companies, networks and brands. Today she reveals her best practices for staying productive, staying healthy, and doing work she loves. How do you stay balanced? Watch the video: https://youtu.be/JRE3Zxv9ivk

How many times have you said the words “Fake it till you make it?” How many times have you heard someone else say it? It’s a classic — and that’s not good. Chris North is an Executive Producer and Executive Coach, and this one-two punch means he’s got some major paradigm shifts to offer. He’s got two principles to free you and those around you from faking it ever again. What are other classic mottos we should ignore?

When Paul D. Hannah made his first film, he had never been on a film set. Now he is a respected producer with over two dozen films distributed through major outlets. His advice? It's simple -- your ego will sink you. Here's how to stay humble and level up your game. Subscribe to the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soulmatter/id1458916777 Follow us on Instagram: Dominic DiMaria - https://www.instagram.com/dominicdimaria/ Paul D. Hannah - https://www.instagram.com/1paulhannah/ PDH Films - http://apdhfilm.com

Risks open doors. But it can be hard to accept the possibility of failure. Our egos want everything to work, so we can chalk up our victories. It’s a cliche at this point, but worth reconsidering that classic Michael Jordan quote: “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.” Nobody knows this better than Esi Yamoah, founder of Yamoah Entertainment. From leaving her small town life in Tallahassee to live in Ghana for three years, to working at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta, to winning Ghana’s Best Picture Award for the film GOLD COAST LOUNGE in 2019, she’s continually taken calculated risks that put her in a position to succeed. Resources: PRODUCER TO PRODUCER by Maureen A. Ryan - https://amzn.to/2XnIpY5 Subscribe to the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soulmatter/id1458916777 Follow us on Instagram: Dominic DiMaria - https://www.instagram.com/dominicdimaria/ Esi Yamoah - https://www.instagram.com/esi.yamoah/ Yamoah Entertainment - https://www.instagram.com/yamoahentertainment/

Ever feel like nothing you're doing is working? Then you don't want to miss this interview with actor/writer Michael Vlamis (ROSWELL, NM on the CW) and writer/director Joe Angelo Menconi (5 YEARS APART). These guys don't pull any punches. From driving for Uber to pay the bills to getting a script on The Blacklist and landing a series regular role on the CW, Michael, Joe, and their collaborators epitomize the modern Hollywood journey. Subscribe to the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soulmatter/id1458916777 Follow us on Instagram: Dominic DiMaria - https://www.instagram.com/dominicdimaria/ Michael Vlamis - https://www.instagram.com/michaelvlamis/ Joe Angelo Menconi - https://www.instagram.com/joemenconi/

Where did your creativity begin? Lindsley Register (The Walking Dead, House of Cards) joins Dominic DiMaria to discuss the seeds of a life in art, overcoming struggles, and using creativity as a means for fulfillment. Subscribe to the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soulmatter/id1458916777 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SzLP-AEyvIY Follow us on Instagram: Millennial Producer - https://www.instagram.com/millennialproducer/ Lindsley Register - https://www.instagram.com/lindsleyregister/ Dominic DiMaria - https://www.instagram.com/dominicdimaria/ Visit us on the web: http://soulmatter.co