“The end goal in mind isn’t going to work unless you’re fueled by passion.”
I was a graphic designer in Seattle. As a career, it was great. I had clients I loved and the work was fulfilling.
Photography slowly grew into something I learned to love. Then I became passionate about it.
This is the story of how I transitioned from a freelance designer into a full time photographer. It’s not all glamor and fashion. Living with a hyper low rent and a dodgy freelance work situation, I put all my intention and energy into my passion. That passion was what gave me the extra gas to get me to a career in photography.
I don’t have all the answers, but this is the story of what it took from me to get from where I was then to where I am now. Take what you will. But more than anything, thank you for listening.
“What is going to drive you is your passion. It’s knowing what you want and wanting it bad enough to do whatever it takes.”
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Some things we learn in this podcast:
- Shout out to Jeremiah Waters who asked the question:
“Many people, including myself, have a dream of quitting their day job and following their passion as a full time career. You are a shining example of someone who was able to take action and turn that dream into a reality. Could you share some insight into your path?”
- How Nick was able to develop his portfolio while still taking design jobs to keep the money flowing
- The importance of adding value when connecting with influencers
- How to develop a portfolio
- How to break through the noise and stand out above the creative crowds
- On sacrifice while building a creative, entrepreneurial career
- Risk and how it plays into rewards when
Links mentioned:
- Jim Garner – Nick’s Mentor in the Early Days
- Learn more about finding mentors with Lewis Howes
- Got a Question? E-Mail us here: Hello@NickOnken.com
- Music Credit: Fragile by Maya Payne (Modus Coco Remix) [Chill Premiere]
11/26/14
34: Nick Onken – How to Transition Into a Creative Entrepreneur
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“The end goal in mind isn’t going to work unless you’re fueled by passion.”
I was a graphic designer in Seattle. As a career, it was great. I had clients I loved and the work was fulfilling.
Photography slowly grew into something I learned to love. Then I became passionate about it.
This is the story of how I transitioned from a freelance designer into a full time photographer. It’s not all glamor and fashion. Living with a hyper low rent and a dodgy freelance work situation, I put all my intention and energy into my passion. That passion was what gave me the extra gas to get me to a career in photography.
I don’t have all the answers, but this is the story of what it took from me to get from where I was then to where I am now. Take what you will. But more than anything, thank you for listening.
“What is going to drive you is your passion. It’s knowing what you want and wanting it bad enough to do whatever it takes.”
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Some things we learn in this podcast:
- Shout out to Jeremiah Waters who asked the question:
“Many people, including myself, have a dream of quitting their day job and following their passion as a full time career. You are a shining example of someone who was able to take action and turn that dream into a reality. Could you share some insight into your path?”
- How Nick was able to develop his portfolio while still taking design jobs to keep the money flowing
- The importance of adding value when connecting with influencers
- How to develop a portfolio
- How to break through the noise and stand out above the creative crowds
- On sacrifice while building a creative, entrepreneurial career
- Risk and how it plays into rewards when
Links mentioned:
- Jim Garner – Nick’s Mentor in the Early Days
- Learn more about finding mentors with Lewis Howes
- Got a Question? E-Mail us here: Hello@NickOnken.com
- Music Credit: Fragile by Maya Payne (Modus Coco Remix) [Chill Premiere]
11/26/14
34: Nick Onken – How to Transition Into a Creative Entrepreneur
infuse your vision with a fresh breath of creativity and vitality
BOOK A BRAND PHOTOSHOOT
GET THE DETAILS
GET THE DETAILS
infuse your vision with a fresh breath of creativity and vitality
PODCAST
BRAND INTELLIGENCE
CREATIVE INTELLIGENCE
LIFE INTELLIGENCE
Hey! I'm Nick.
PHOTOGRAPHER
BRAND ALCHEMIST
TEACHER
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masterfully aligning perception and reality through personal branding
masterfully aligning perception and reality through personal branding
“The end goal in mind isn’t going to work unless you’re fueled by passion.”
I was a graphic designer in Seattle. As a career, it was great. I had clients I loved and the work was fulfilling.
Photography slowly grew into something I learned to love. Then I became passionate about it.
This is the story of how I transitioned from a freelance designer into a full time photographer. It’s not all glamor and fashion. Living with a hyper low rent and a dodgy freelance work situation, I put all my intention and energy into my passion. That passion was what gave me the extra gas to get me to a career in photography.
I don’t have all the answers, but this is the story of what it took from me to get from where I was then to where I am now. Take what you will. But more than anything, thank you for listening.
“What is going to drive you is your passion. It’s knowing what you want and wanting it bad enough to do whatever it takes.”
[smart_track_player url=”https://soundcloud.com/nickonken/creative-transitioning” title=”How to Transition Into a Creative Entrepreneur” image=”https://nionlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/34_NickOnken_NIONradio_02.jpg” color=”#de4b9b” ]
Some things we learn in this podcast:
- Shout out to Jeremiah Waters who asked the question:
“Many people, including myself, have a dream of quitting their day job and following their passion as a full time career. You are a shining example of someone who was able to take action and turn that dream into a reality. Could you share some insight into your path?”
- How Nick was able to develop his portfolio while still taking design jobs to keep the money flowing
- The importance of adding value when connecting with influencers
- How to develop a portfolio
- How to break through the noise and stand out above the creative crowds
- On sacrifice while building a creative, entrepreneurial career
- Risk and how it plays into rewards when
Links mentioned:
- Jim Garner – Nick’s Mentor in the Early Days
- Learn more about finding mentors with Lewis Howes
- Got a Question? E-Mail us here: Hello@NickOnken.com
- Music Credit: Fragile by Maya Payne (Modus Coco Remix) [Chill Premiere]
11/26/14
34: Nick Onken – How to Transition Into a Creative Entrepreneur
infuse your vision with a fresh breath of creativity and vitality
BOOK A BRAND PHOTOSHOOT
masterfully aligning perception and reality through personal branding
GET THE DETAILS
GET THE DETAILS
infuse your vision with a fresh breath of creativity and vitality
LET'S CONSPIRE & CREATE
CULTIVATING YOUR VISUAL UNIQUENESS AND STREAMLINING YOUR BRAND'S EVOLUTION
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I was born in a low middle class conservative religious family in the suburbs of Seattle. Art was and always has been my passion, and more than that a way of life. Starting as a graphic designer, I taught myself photography, built a commercial/editorial business shooting for the worlds biggest brands like Nike, Coca-Cola, Adidas and more. I've also had the opportunity to photograph the world's biggest celebrities like Justin Bieber, Usher, Jessica Alba and more. I've curated a lifestyle around creativity and have learned a lot along the way which I get to share here.
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