Join us for a visionary conversation with João Pedro (JP), co-founder and CEO of Hotmart—the global company behind Teachable. JP shares his journey from selling gaming guides to leading one of the world’s top creator platforms. We dive into the future of AI in education, why the creator economy is still wide open, and how creators can build sustainable businesses with multiple products. This episode is packed with insights for anyone looking to grow, scale, or rethink their creator strategy....
Jun 26, 2025•43 min
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them Jay Clouse shares his refreshing approach to building a creator business that stands the test of time. In this episode, Jay reveals why he chose the path of slow, deliberate growth and how this strategy led to sustainable success through his newsletter and community building. Learn how patience, consistency, and genuine connection with your audience can build more resilient income streams. Jay's insights on permission marketi...
Jun 12, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them Hala Taha, CEO of YAP Media and host of the top 100 podcast Young and Profiting, shares her journey from unpaid radio intern to successful media entrepreneur. After being fired and blackballed from Hot 97, Hala channeled rejection into building her podcast empire. Today, she runs an award-winning agency with 60 employees and the #1 self-improvement podcast network, monetizing 35+ top business shows. Learn how she turned setba...
May 01, 2025•42 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them In this powerful conversation, three successful creator-entrepreneurs - Gigi Robinson, Janel Abrahami, and Brandon Smithwrick - reveal how they've built thriving personal brands and businesses. They share their journeys from first posts to multiple income streams, discuss the strategic choices behind authentic content, and explain how they've achieved the freedom to work on their own terms. Whether you're just starting out or...
Apr 24, 2025•57 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them YouTube vs Netflix, content creator career, filmmaker to creator, making money as creator, Erin McGoff, documentary filmmaker, content creation tips, creator economy, social media platforms, TikTok strategy, YouTube growth strategy, career advice, platform strategy, creative entrepreneurship, creator business model, monetization strategy, digital content creation, creative career transition, film industry vs YouTube, democrat...
Apr 17, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them In this powerful conversation, creators Terry Rice, Brandon Smithwrick, and Colin Rocker discuss the evolution from personal branding to character branding, how to build sustainable income streams, and why authenticity is the key to longevity in the creator economy. They share insights on building communities, monetizing expertise, and creating a life you don't need to escape from. Whether you're just starting your creator jo...
Apr 10, 2025•56 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them Brandon Smithwrick, Content Director at Kickstarter, reveals how he built a thriving creator business alongside his 9-5 career. In this episode of the 9-5 Quitter's Club, Brandon shares his framework for creating high-impact content that resonates with audiences while maintaining professional credibility. Learn how to leverage your industry expertise into content that builds authority, discover why personal branding is essent...
Apr 03, 2025•44 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them We sit down with Terry Rice, a business coach, keynote speaker, and content creator who turned adversity into opportunity after being fired from his dream job. Terry shares his incredible journey of resilience, reinvention, and unapologetic authenticity. RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE → From Selling Siding to YouTube Icon | Larry Jones ⏰ TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Welcome to the 9-5 Quitters Club (00:46) Meet Terry Rice (01:05) Adversity B...
Mar 20, 2025•48 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them Hanna Goefft, former corporate marketer turned content creator, shares her inspiring journey from a frustrating 9-5 job to becoming a full-time creator. Hanna discusses her career pivots, the creation process, and the importance of finding fulfilling work. She also offers actionable advice on skill-building through experimentation and leveraging creativity for career growth. This episode is filled with insights on navigating ...
Mar 06, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them. We sit down with Larry Jones from Stock Up! Larry shares invaluable insights on finding your true calling by focusing on what people will pay you for, and then becoming passionate about it. He discusses his transition into YouTube during the pandemic, his strategy for success, and the lessons he learned from his diverse career background. Learn how Larry turned a challenging situation into a thriving online business by leani...
Feb 20, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them Kyle Buller shares his incredible journey as an educator in consciousness studies and how his skills helped him build a successful million-dollar business. Kyle dives into the origins of his interest, marked by a near-death experience and transformative encounters with exploring his consciousness, leading to the creation of 'Psychedelics Today,' a prominent media and education company. Learn about his approach to integrating ...
Feb 06, 2025•29 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them We dive into the inspiring journey of an American traveler and YouTuber, Damon Dominique, who turned his passion for exploring the world and learning languages into a million dollar business. From dropping out of university to creating successful travel content and in-depth language courses on Teachable, he shares his experiences, challenges, and the philosophy behind his unique educational approach. Discover how his entrepre...
Jan 23, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them We're speaking with Abagail, an exceptional educator who transitioned from a volatile corporate career in graphic design to building a million-dollar business through online education. Abagail shares her inspiring journey of being laid off and starting her own business, the impact of a traumatic brain injury, and how she pivoted to digital products and online courses. With over nine years in the business, she discusses the gr...
Jan 09, 2025•36 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them We chat with Chris Do, a renowned designer, educator, and founder of @thefutur. Chris shares his incredible journey from a misfit in the traditional workforce to a successful entrepreneur. He delves into his unique teaching approach, the importance of learning modalities, and how he leverages storytelling in his educational content. Discover his insights on AI's role in the future of creativity and get top advice for aspiring...
Dec 12, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them Michela shares her inspiring journey from being a financial analyst to becoming a full-time entrepreneur and author. She discusses how she has built a thriving business around personal finance and career coaching, offering insights into her strategies for managing multiple income streams, creating valuable digital products, and helping young professionals take control of their financial futures. Michela also addresses common ...
Dec 05, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them AJ recently quit his nine-to-five corporate consulting job to focus on building a company that bridges LinkedIn creators with brands for influencer marketing. He shares valuable insights and tips on monetizing content, the challenges of starting his own venture, and the future of LinkedIn creator marketing. We also explore AJ's background, his motivations for leaving his corporate job, and his vision for the creator economy. ...
Nov 21, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them Discover how Dara's pivot to becoming a YouTuber and B2B course creator has led to life-changing financial success and personal fulfillment and how you could do the same. Dara Denney shares her professional origins working in the Middle East and her initial aspirations of working with non-profits. She transitioned to the advertising world, eventually moving to New York to build her career. RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE → https://s...
Nov 14, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them At 46, after a decade as VP of Creative and Production Services at Charter Communications, Timm Chiusano began exploring TikTok as a creative outlet in 2019. Since then he has built a massive following with deeply engaging stories and advice that can help anyone discover their potential in or out of the corporate world. Timm recently quit his job to go full time as a creator and shares his wealth of experience and lessons alo...
Nov 07, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them We're speaking with author and creator Lauren Kay, who shares her journey from starting a nanny agency to developing a successful online business teaching authors how to navigate the publishing world. Lauren turned her hardships into educational content, attracting significant social media following and building a platform that supports fellow moms, freelancers, and aspiring writers. Learn how she continually evolves her entr...
Oct 31, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them. Lia Haberman, a media marketing expert and creator of the successful newsletter 'In Case You Missed It' shares her transformative journey from corporate employee to thriving entrepreneur, a path accelerated by pandemic layoffs. Lia delves into the strategic and financial essentials for success in the creator economy, discussing key topics like audience building, securing sponsorships, and ensuring recurring revenue. This epi...
Oct 21, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them In this episode of the 9-5 Quitters Club, Jack Appleby shares his transformation from a social strategist to a successful content creator and solopreneur. Jack delves into the significance of personal branding and storytelling in content creation, offering practical advice for aspiring creators. Drawing from his experiences at Twitch and Morning Brew, he highlights the value of educational content and creative monetization. A...
Oct 21, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Join the club of 1,000s of creators redefining how work works for them Brett Dashevsky discusses his notable journey in New York City's dynamic creator economy. He illuminates the evolution and impact of Creator Economy NYC, insights from his role at Kickstarter, and his entrepreneurial vision including building communities, leveraging platforms, and balancing creative and professional roles. Brett also offers advice on branding, event hosting, and strategic integrations with side projects. RECO...
Oct 21, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Join the club! The days of blindly accepting the 9-5 work lifestyle are over and creators are at the forefront of a work revolution, representing a new class of experts, creatives, educators, and entrepreneurs -- all with unique knowledge to share and new ways of delivering that knowledge to eager audiences. The club is here to celebrate and inspire the rebellious spirit that is redefining what work means and the deep reward that comes from financial security forged from the never ending desir...
Oct 16, 2024•2 min
