Creative Context
Creative Context blends professional advice with a friendly, down-to-earth approach, making it a valuable resource for anyone navigating the complex relationship between clients and creative professionals. Through stories and practical tips, the podcast helps both sides understand each other’s perspectives and work toward more successful outcomes.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 40 minutes
- Episodes
- 33
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Keeping the clients you have and maximizing the value you provide
In this episode, co-hosts Douglas Duvall of Motif Media and Eric Wing of Darby Digital dive into the importance of client retention and strategies for maximizing the lifetime value of creative busine…
Hiring, Onboarding, and Building Creative Teams
In this episode, co-hosts Douglas Duvall of Motif Media and Eric Wing of Darby Digital dive into the complexities of hiring, onboarding, and managing teams in today’s creative and digital industries.…
Creative Rush Jobs Can Make or Break Your Reputation
In this episode, co-hosts Douglas Duvall of Motif Media and Eric Wing of Darby Digital dive into the challenges of managing last-minute client requests, rush jobs, and the importance of setting bound…
Growing Creative Business While Maintaining Quality
In this episode, co-hosts Douglas Duvall of Motif Media and Eric Wing of Darby Digital dive into the challenges of maintaining quality while growing a business sustainably. They share personal experi…
Creative Projects Hidden Time and Effort
In this episode, co-hosts Douglas Duvall of Motif Media and Eric Wing of Darby Digital dive into the intricate world of creative work, exploring the time, research, and iterations required to produce…
Working Through Creative Blocks Because You Have To
In this episode, co-hosts Douglas Duvall of Motif Media and Eric Wing of Darby Digital dive into the challenges of maintaining creativity and inspiration in professional work. They explore personal s…
Turning Discarded Creative Concepts into Business Opportunities
In this episode, co-hosts Douglas Duvall of Motif Media and Eric Wing of Darby Digital dive into the concept of creative residue, exploring how unused ideas, footage, and design assets can be repurpo…
The Power of Niching Down Your Creative Service Offerings
In this episode, co-hosts Douglas Duvall of Motif Media and Eric Wing of Darby Digital dive into the strategic importance of specializing in a specific industry and service offerings. They explore ho…
Should You Take Back a Former Client?
In this episode of Creative Context, Douglas and Eric dive into the complicated question of whether or not to work with a former client again. Whether they left on good terms or ghosted you mid-proje…
Why Your Marketing Videos Aren't Converting (And How to Fix Them)
This episode unpacks the real reasons marketing videos often fail to convert and outlines how to approach video strategy more effectively. Doug and Eric share insights from years of client work, DIY …
The Creative Field of Landscaping with Eulalio Guevara
In this episode of Creative Context, we sit down with Eulalio Guevara, founder of Friends of Gardens, to explore the often-overlooked creative world of landscaping. From his roots in El Salvador to f…
Creative Context Hosts Sharing Their Not So Creative Backgrounds
Get to know the voices behind Creative Context. In this episode, Doug and Eric open up about their childhoods, how they found their way into creative work, and the pivotal life experiences that shape…
Creative Friends & Family Discount and It's Impact On The Business
In this episode, co-hosts Douglas Duvall of Motif Media and Eric Wing of Darby Digital dive into the complexities of friends and family discounts in professional services. They explore the potential …
Presenting yourself as a creative product vs. creative service
In this episode, co-hosts Douglas Duvall of Motif Media and Eric Wing of Darby Digital dive into the challenges of referrals, client interactions, and the potential shift from service-based to produc…
What puts the PRO in Creative Professional
What separates the pros from the amateurs in creative work? In this episode of Creative Context, Doug and Eric dive into what defines a true professional—from mindset and reliability to emotional det…
Managing Creatives & Elevating The Brand with Erik DiMauro
In this episode, co-hosts Douglas Duvall of Motif Media and Eric Wing of Darby Digital dive into the creative journey of Erik DiMauro, exploring his experiences as a creative director and freelance d…
Too Close to Clients? Drawing Boundaries for Creative Professionals
In this episode of Creative Context, we explore the complex line between personal and professional relationships in creative work and business. As creatives, agency owners, and collaborators, how do …
Breaking Down Our Creative Process and How We Push Projects Forward
In this episode, co-hosts Douglas Duvall of Motif Media and Eric Wing of Darby Digital dive into the intricate world of creative processes across web development, marketing, and video production. The…
Balancing Your Creative Team with Employees and Freelancers
In this episode, co-hosts Douglas Duvall of Motif Media and Eric Wing of Darby Digital dive into the intricacies of working with subcontractors in creative industries. They explore the nuances of man…
Payments Challenges for Creative Professionals
In this episode, co-hosts Douglas Duvall of Motif Media and Eric Wing of Darby Digital dive into the complex world of creative professional billing, payment strategies, and client relationship manage…