Hey everyone, and welcome to today’s Podcast, where we’re going to jump into 2024 together. In today's episode, I explore ideas for creatives and solopreneurs in 2024 through the lens of my own resolutions for the year ahead, including: Building my first "Lead Magnet" (see link!) Having the courage to fail on YouTube Why distribution is as important as creativity Starting with difficulty Wrestling the musical gods How to finish long-term projects (like "The Isolation Diaries) Before doing though...
Dec 30, 2023•25 min•Ep. 13
Hello and welcome to "The Jim Kroft Podcast"! It's a crazy week as I am desperately completing "The Isolation Diaries" documentary. Tonight is the first cinema screening, and because it's such an important and intense week, I was determined to share the experience with you here on the Podcast. In this episode, I share: Using a public release as a tactical decision to get something finished The absurdity of taking on a vast creative project like a documentary in a Snapchat world Spiritual lessons...
Dec 16, 2023•32 min•Ep. 12
Hello and welcome to the "The Jim Kroft Podcast", where I explore creative life and one-person businesses. In today's episode, I dive into the world of 'Deep Work' inspired by Cal Newport's book, sharing how it has transformed my creative working life. It's a particularly busy period for me as I juggle; - End-of-year client jobs in film and photography - Completing the edit of my new documentary, "The Isolation Diaries" - Keeping up with my paid newsletter on Substack - Researching my weekly gue...
Dec 02, 2023•22 min•Ep. 11
Hello, everyone, and thank you for tuning in to 'The Jim Kroft Podcast,' where we explore the exciting intersection of solopreneurship and creativity. I'm your host, Jim Kroft. In these conversations, I engage with mavericks who chart their own courses in life, art, and business. Today, we have a special guest, 'The Dark Tenor' (Billy Andrews), who epitomises these values. Since leaving Universal Music, he has forged a unique path in the music industry and pioneered a groundbreaking business mod...
Nov 18, 2023•2 hr 12 min•Ep. 10
Welcome to "The Jim Kroft Podcast," where we unravel the symbiosis of entrepreneurship and the arts. It's been one of those times when life flexes its muscles, and you're faced with a Podcasting dilemma. Back-to-back postponements left me with a choice: delay, skip, or adapt. We all know that feeling, right? You want to stay consistent, but life... well, it has its own plans. So, I leaned into the moment and decided to use this mini-crisis as an opportunity. As such, I write this off the back of...
Nov 04, 2023•35 min•Ep. 9
Welcome to "The Jim Kroft Podcast," where we unravel the symbiosis of entrepreneurship and the arts. Today, I'm thrilled to present Boris Eldagsen, a pioneering German artist and agitator. Boris's work has exploded into global recognition this year, particularly after winning and then rejecting the Sony World Photography Award. It thrust his AI-generated images to the forefront of discussions around the topic of AI. Since then, he's become a figurehead for artists worldwide, gaining ubiquitous c...
Oct 21, 2023•2 hr 19 min•Ep. 8
Welcome to "The Jim Kroft Podcast," where we delve into the exciting convergence of solopreneurship and creativity. In this week's episode, I'm thrilled to welcome Jay Clouse, a legend in the world of the creator economy. I first met Jay when I enrolled in his masterclass on Newsletters, and was so impressed by his knowledge & warmth that I invited him onto the Podcast. Jay is the founder of “Creator Science” a go-to resource for those seeking financial success through creativity. Its branch...
Oct 07, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 7
Hello everyone and welcome to “The Jim Kroft Podcast” where I explore the intersection between the business and arts worlds. My exploration of this topic began while pounding the icy streets of Berlin where I found myself drawn back to the world of Twitter, now X. Initially hesitant, I worried about the potential distraction from my work that another social media platform could pose. This uncertainty propelled me to investigate how I could think outside the box and that's when I discovered Hypef...
Sep 23, 2023•59 min•Ep. 6
Welcome to "The Jim Kroft Podcast" where we explore the intersection between Entrepreneurship and the Arts. In this week's episode, I'm thrilled to introduce celebrated busker Reuben Stone, an artist who has risen from the streets to global recognition. Reuben’s is a story of reckless courage, burning artistic ambition and warrior spirit. During our conversation, we explore: Investing every scent in your purpose Rising from financial ruin Performing at your highest level Building a career street...
Sep 09, 2023•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 5
Welcome to "The Jim Kroft Podcast," where entrepreneurship and creativity converge, bridging the gap between the business and arts worlds. In today's episode, I'm thrilled to welcome Romanian artist Ioana Pioaru, who defies modern trends with her hand-inked drawing style. Finding the gallery route insurmountably blocked by the gatekeepers of the world, she set out on her artistic path, determined to find her own way. Her courage has attracted nearly 250,000 followers online and shows that a solo...
Aug 26, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 4
Welcome to "The Jim Kroft Podcast" where we explore the intersection between Entrepreneurship and the Arts. In this week's episode, I'm thrilled to welcome legendary "Indie Bootstrapper" and author Arvid Kahl. If I could synthesize the human embodiment of what a person might look like at the mysterious confluence between entrepreneurship and creativity, it would be Arvid. Having secured a million-dollar exit for his business, Arvid pivoted towards creativity, so far releasing two best-selling bo...
Aug 12, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 3
Welcome to "The Jim Kroft Podcast," where we embark on a captivating journey exploring the intriguing intersection between entrepreneurship and creativity. In this week's episode, I'm thrilled to welcome "ell cartoons." Lauren's exceptional cartoons have garnered a following of 600K on YouTube, achieved through her independent artistry and determination to stay true to herself. In an interview filled with riotous laughter and profound honesty, Lauren takes us along her creative odyssey, sharing ...
Jul 29, 2023•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 2
Welcome to "The Jim Kroft Podcast," where entrepreneurship and creativity converge, bridging the gap between the business and arts worlds. In this inaugural episode, we have a very special guest: Karthik Puvvada, aka KP, the mastermind behind the acclaimed "Build in Public Podcast." KP, known as "The Build in Public Guy," takes us on his extraordinary journey from humble beginnings in India to pursuing his dreams in the US, a tale of self-belief, courage, and mental resilience. In the interview,...
Jul 13, 2023•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 1
