Side Hustler's Perspective with Coach Scotty Russell
The Side Hustler’s Perspective Podcast is fuel for your mind and creative grind.
Each week, Coach Scotty Russell puts you in a position to get paid to play creating work that lights you up...
All while navigating a day job, family life, the inner critic, and more.
This is for those who want to master the art of healthy hustling while growing their creative business.
You can follow Scotty on Twitter @ScottytheCoach and IG @CoachScottyRussell for all things coaching and art.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 41 minutes
- Episodes
- 272
- Years Active
- 2016 - 2023
Brooke Robinson of Goodtype on Connecting with Yourself to Find Your Art
Brooke Robinson of Goodtype on Connecting with Yourself to Find Your Art
"Some things are better off not being spread too thin: you and peanut butter."
I couldn't find the owner of this quote, but it…
Musketon on Passion Projects, Pushing Your Limits, & Adobe Illustrator
Musketon on Passion Projects, Pushing Your Limits, & Adobe Illustrator
Often, as creatives, we take things too seriously and forget why we got started doing this in the first place.
We get obsessed w…
You Got This – You’re Not a Worthless Turd, You’re a Priceless Pizza Gem
The Motto: You Got This
If you happen to stick around to the end of each episode, you know I sign off with "Keep showing up, keep putting in the work, and keep creating—you got this."
This phrase ori…
Show Up & Be Your Truest, Weirdest Self—the Weirder the Better
Your Permission Slip to Be Weird
I grew up under the impression that being weird was a bad thing. Being weird got you picked on and bullied. Being normal is what helped you fit in.
I was definitely a…
Becca Clason on Tactile Type & Dealing with Criticism in a Positive Way
Becca Clason on Dealing with Negative Criticism in a Positive Way
Life is full of ups and downs, but you can’t appreciate the highs if you haven’t dealt with the lows.
We all deal with adversity, but…
BONUS: 6 Practical Tips for Growing Your Instagram Lettering Audience
Today's episode is an in-depth resource to help lettering artists grow an Instagram audience and potentially land client work.
Don’t worry if you’re not a lettering artist, there is so much value in …
Ben Johnston on Murals 101 & Creating Good Work That Makes an Impact
Ben Johnston on Murals 101 & Creating Good Work That Makes an Impact
Have you ever had one of those jaw-dropping moments mid-scroll on social media because someone’s work was so incredible and unique…
Elizabeth Gray with 3 Tips for Growing Your Online Engaged Audience
Chasing What You Want & Growing an Online Empire with Elizabeth Gray
If your social media game is boring, and your audience growth and engagement is basically non-existent...then we have on the perfe…
Mye De Leon on Knowing Who Your Audience is & How to Serve Them
Mye De Leon on Knowing Who Your Audience is & How to Serve Them
I respect those who use adversity to fuel their relentless grind.
I respect hustlers—but I’m even more captivated by those who work sma…
Jon Contino on The Secret to Producing Good Work is Being Yourself
Jon Contino on How to Produce Good Work by Being Yourself
When you’re on your creative grind, it’s important to get your hands dirty, make mistakes, and get lost in your work. This helps you develop …
Joshua Noom on Making Your Work Speak for Itself on Your Own Terms
Making Your Work Speak for Itself on Your Own Terms
Everyone’s paths are different.
Sometimes you have to do things your own way and go against the grain.
It doesn’t have to be pretty or perfect—it j…
It's Bigger Than You | Create for Impact & See the Bigger Picture
Use Competition to Your Advantage
Aristotle said, “The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.”
We, as a creative community, can accomplish some incredible things when we teach, collaborate, and …
A 6-Step Game Plan for Finding Clarity to Create Your Own Future
A 6-Step Game Plan for Finding Clarity to Create Your Own Future
“The best way to predict your future is to create it.” Abe Lincoln
I’m fired up for this punchy solo episode today. I’ve been answerin…
Tom Ross Design Cuts CEO on Growing a Tribe & Boosting Engagement
Tom Ross Design Cuts CEO on Growing a Tribe & Boosting Engagement
I thrive when I’m able to engage with other creatives, and I pride myself in building my brand and reputation around serving others.
…
3 Reasons to Overcome Fear & Start Pursuing Your Creative Dreams
The 3 Causes of Self-Doubt = "I'm Not Enough"
"Doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will." -Suzy Kazzem
The following concept is from a talk Lewis Howes gave at his Summit of Greatness last Octo…
James Victore on Dangerous Ideas & Making a Living as a Bold Creative
Dangerous Ideas & Living Boldly with James Victore
Today, we have on a special guest who epitomizes everything I stand for: serving and empowering creatives while putting my unique work and message i…
Maggie of Little Patterns on Niching Down, Pricing, Contracts & Licensing
Little Patterns on Niching Down, Pricing, Contracts, & Licensing
Our incredibly talented guest today is Maggie Enterrios of Little Patterns.
She’s an illustrator, packaging expert, and author of both…
Design, Freelance & Mental Health with Scott Biersack of @Youbringfire
Attracting Life-Changing Opportunities with Scott Biersack
Today's guest has done work for juggernauts like Target, Netflix, Starbucks, Adobe, and Facebook to name a few—and he’s only 25 (but remembe…
Show Some Love - My Top Secret Audience Building Tip
People Appreciate Being Appreciated
I used to be the kind of person who was always waiting for good things to happen to me. I used to be the kind of person who was always waiting for good things to h…
Why Concept is King if You Want to Stand Out with Joshua Ariza of Chomp Brand
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