This week we are back, broadcasting from Coronavirus world, and have the full gang in session. This episode is a continuation of our discussion from a couple of weeks back with a bit of fresh context and hopefully with a few actionable tips to help all you creatives out there who are uncertain about the future.
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Show Notes for This Episode:
[1:20] The gang share what’s happening in their worlds.
[2:00] Dustin is unable to leave home right now.
[3:20] This feels like a total reboot for the mind.
[4:00] Finding the positive in a sea of so much negativity.
[5:00] A normally calm Lisa explains her moments of panic for others.
[6:00] Life feels like scenes from a movie.
[7:00] Dustin shares conversations with family and internal thoughts.
[8:00] Tom is feeling frustration.
[9:25] Ian talks about the series Pandemic on Netflix.
[10:00] You can’t predict human behavior.
[11:00] There are a lot of positives brightening these darker times.
[12:20] True colors are revealed during trying times.
[13:00] Be the positive ray of sunshine in the world.
[14:40] Ian has been on quarantine for a while already.
[15:00] Relying on others for help.
[16:00] Elderly and the Depression.
[17:40] Ian’s having a hard time focusing on work.
[18:00] Ground Hog Day meets Extended Holiday Break.
[19:00] Be gentle with yourself.
[20:10] Even if you work from home this can still be draining.
[21:00] The strange world of social distancing.
[22:10] Ian asks how restrictions work in the US.
[23:30] Tom’s current daily routine.
[24:00] Grabbing your cell phone before coffee.
[25:00] Work has become Tom’s distraction.
[26:10] Anxiety organizing is in full effect.
[27:15] Lisa hates housework but finds herself drawn to it.
[28:00] The joy of working with your hands.
[29:20] Chill out. Take it easy.
[30:30] Tom talks how conversations have changed.
[31:00] Attitude of gratitude.
[32:00] If you’re not stressed, it’s your duty to be sunshine.
[33:00] Life can change on a dime.
[34:00] Living in the middle ground of aggressive practicality.
[35:00] Think ahead and don’t live in a dream world.
[36:00] Tom shares how his staff has been working on projections.
[37:00] Financial impacts are coming.
[38:00] Don’t be scared, be prepared.
[39:00] Stay on top of all the grants and stimulus packages.
[40:00] Priorities have changed.
[41:00] Don’t wait if you need extra income. Act now.
[42:00] This situation highlights how much we spend.
[44:00] Use this time to look at finances more seriously.
[45:00] Is now the time to cut back on ads and marketing?
[46:00] Keep what’s working and drop what isn’t.
[47:00] Pivot to find the money.
[48:30] Stay frugal.
[49:00] Be sensitive and offer help.
[50:00] Dustin and his staff look at what they can offer.
[51:30] Share how your company is changing to serve.
[52:00] Everyone’s situation is different.
[53:00] Art lessons for children from Brave the Woods.
[54:00] Mix two passion projects and share it. Cooking with Kids.
[55:10] Change, balance, learn, pivot, earn.
[56:40] Tom just sold out his first online course!
[57:00] Online education interest has been very reassuring.
[58:30] The gang talks family time changes.
[59:00] 21 day lockdown could get interesting at the Glanz house.
[1:00:00] Embrace the slow life and the little things.
[1:01:50] Confronting the demons in our own minds.
[1:02:00] Love of family and friends is true wealth.
[1:03:20] Kings, Philosophers and Women.
[1:04:20] Pandemic causes Honest Designers to miss first week.
[1:05:00] Stay safe, hug your loved ones and we’ll see you next week.
[1:06:00] That’s a wrap!
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THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU…
What a fabulous episode. I am here in New York in the Epicenter of the CoronaVirus Pandemic. I’ve been in isolation for over 2 months… Two months and six days to be exact. Because of my age and an underlying condition, I AM in the risk area, so I am staying away from everyone except my friend next door, who I see maybe once a week or so (at 6 feet away), when she gives me my mail. I am literally afraid to go and get my mail, as I am on the 19th floor and the tiny elevator is too small to social distance properly, in my opinion, or perhaps in my current state of paranoia! ;)
I know this sounds crazy, but listening to this podcast really helped and made me feel more normal, and much less nutty! ;)
I AM going to share this episode with as many people as I can. I feel it’s a PUBLIC SERVICE and will help others feel like they are NOT losing their minds.
By the way… My creativity is what is keeping me sane right now, so I can certainly relate!
THANK YOU AGAIN for this, and ALL that YOU do!
Wishing YOU ALL WELL!
Roz Fruchtman aka @RozSpirations
Hey Roz,
Thanks so much for leaving us your wonderful comment!
We cannot tell you how much this means to the team, it is everything and more that we hoped for. I am really sorry to hear you are in the group of people at risk, it’s comforting to know that you have your neighbour to have some human contact with.
It is such a relief to hear that The Honest Designer’s Podcast has been helping you along with your creativity! We hope it can help many more people during this uncertain time and we appreciate your support in spreading the word.
Thank you for your kind words and wishes -The Honest Designer’s and the Design Cuts team are sending all their love and we look forward to brining some more content to you soon :)