JONATHAN TAYLOR MARTIN
MAKE SOMETHING NEW
ESSAYS ON CREATIVITY, FAITH IN CHRIST, AND PERSONAL GROWTH
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How to plan your week as a creative business owner
What should I be working on? When I talk to fellow creative professionals, it seems that many of us are flying by the seat of our pants. A few are content with that kind of life, but others, like me, want to do better. Here are few helpful thoughts on how to plan your work each week.
The truth about going pro
When it comes to working for myself, mood swings are the most brutal battle.
Manual vs Automatic
Even though I love encouraging fellow creatives to find ways to earn income from their creative work, the truth is that entrepreneurship isn’t for everyone. How can you know if it’s right for you?
The story matters
It’s a struggle for me to share quick tips and tricks. I know they’re helpful and are a faster way to grow my own personal brand. It’s just that my heart burns to share mindset-related content. Why?
How to get what you want
Just a few months ago, my wife and I were talking and dreaming about our lives. We knew we wanted to move into new things in 2024 but were nervous as we considered where we should apply ourselves in the coming months…
What is a personal brand and do you need one?
I'm going to start with the second question.
Do you need a personal brand?
The short answer is yes.
The truest answer is, you already have a personal brand.
Does my talent even matter?
Have you ever had thoughts like, “There are so many great musicians, great photographers, great videographers, great artists? What does my talent matter?”
Well, apparently, being faithful with even one talent does matter. Let’s talk about it