The Crazy One
The Crazy One helps you find new insights and breakthroughs in your career, creativity, and leadership. In every episode, Stephen Gates gives you honest and actionable insights taken from his experience leading global in-house and agency creative teams, building multiple Fortune 100 brands, and working as InVision’s Chief Design Evangelist coaching and working with companies ranging from small start-ups to some of the world's biggest and innovative companies. Recognized with 2020 Webby Awards Honoree for Best Technology podcast, Inside Design’s #1 favorite design podcast, How Design Live #1 design leadership podcast, Springboard’s #1 must-listen UX design podcast and more.
The Crazy One
Ep 128 Career: How to start your studio or freelance business
With layoffs and uncertainty affecting creatives everywhere, many are asking: Is it time to go out on my own? In this episode of The Crazy One, Stephen Gates breaks down the critical questions to consider before diving into freelancing, consulting, or launching a business. Drawing from his own experience building a successful studio, Stephen explores essential steps to find clarity on the type of business that’s right for you, navigate challenges, and make informed decisions. Tune in for practical insights, personal reflections, and a roadmap to help you decide if—and how—you should take the leap.
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