Well hello there Reader!
You ever get excited about a new DIY project; get all your tools and materials together; plan it out; drill that first hole…and then step back and realize just HOW much there is to do? You know THAT feeling? 😐
That was me this week. I am super excited; I’ve got a plan; I’ve got a vision…now all I have to do is just completely re-vamp my whole CanvaOS course in the next few weeks! 🙀
Seriously though, after Canva announced their ‘glow up’ last week - a visual refresh of the whole interface that will be rolling out to everyone in the next two months - I knew I wanted to make sure my CanvaOS course reflected the latest changes and updates. Plus I have received some amazing ideas from people who have taken my course, and I wanted to include their suggestions and input.
The interesting thing is that just a year ago this would have had me freaking out. But now, I feel like I've got this...because know that I have a system. I know that I can work through my process, tick off the tasks, and get it all done. And while putting yourself out there and asking for support is always a little nerve-wracking, I’m actually GENUINELY excited and fired up about launching this new version in the next few weeks!
This is partly because I have had incredible coaches in the form of Jason & Caroline Zook and their ‘unboring business coaching’, and partly because I am a big believer in breaking things down to their smallest elements. It’s the only thing that works for me. (I've learned the hard way 😜)
I know myself by now, and I know that I easily get overwhelmed by big projects. So I intentionally try and break everything down into multiple, tiny, micro-steps. For my particular flavor of spicy brain, that somehow makes it feel manageable.
☒ “Record a new video” = OVERWHELM!! 😱
☑︎ Plug the camera in + ☑︎ Check the SD card is ready + ☑︎ Test the microphone + ☑︎ Hit record = Manageable and easily done. 🧘🏽
And of course once the momentum starts, it’s so much easier to keep going. It sounds simple - cos it is - but that doesn’t mean it’s always easy. But I know that having a process works for me. Workflows and processes sound boring, but they allow me the headspace to focus on the creative stuff and engage with people…and to get shit done. 😊
Everyone loves a makeover. 😜
Speaking of last week's Canva Create event, this week over on YouTube I have published a full walk-through of Canva's refreshed interface and editing tools - plus I discuss a couple of things that I was a little disappointed in.
Overall It seems like this 'glow up' has gone down very well with most people, but of course it'll take a little time to get used to.
If you haven't been able to access to the new look and feel yet (and don't worry, it's gonna be rolled out to everyone in the next 2 months), but check out the video and let me know if you have an questions!
Meaningful Creations
This week’s Meaningful Creation is your Friday musical interlude. 🎧🎶
The music industry has changed. And while the streaming services have some serious issues to work out when it comes to paying artists fairly, one of the exciting things about this new, connected world of music creation is how it has democratized parts of the industry. ✊🏼
There are artists who are now world-wide names who - instead of relying on record execs and the whole "who-you-know" situation have succeeded by building their audience on social media to the point where they have the power instead of just the big companies or agencies.
I think it’s so exciting when I come across a random TikTok or IG Reel of someone and am blown away by their talent. I LOVE that a singer can reach me from their living room on the other side of the world…and share their gift. Not to mention how brilliantly they are using these platforms to promote their creations. It’s so inspiring!!
That’s how I discovered Livingston - a young artist with a brilliant voice who writes his own music and lyrics. It’s seriously good stuff and he has a modern, soulful voice that has an impressive range.
Check out his album on Spotify, or watch the video below that first put him on my radar (also, how can you NOT love seeing him share this with his mum?? 🥰 I'm such a softy 😊)
That's it you gorgeous people. Have a fabulous weekend, and take care of yourselves. 🖤
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