Benefits of Positioning Yourself as a Creative Partner vs. Vendor

03/05/25 • 42 min

In this episode, co-hosts Douglas Duvall of Motif Media and Eric Wing of Darby Digital dive into the importance of positioning creative professionals as partners rather than vendors, exploring the benefits of building trust, long-term relationships, and adaptability in client engagements.
Positioning Creative Professionals as Partners (0:00)
Building Trust and Long-Term Relationships (1:32)
Challenges of Pushback and Financial Concerns (5:13)
Navigating Corporate Structures and Client Expectations (11:59)
The Importance of Proactivity and Adaptability (28:26)
The Role of Live Streaming in Creative Inspiration (28:40)
Final Thoughts and Personal Updates (37:47)
📌 Topics Covered: client relationships, vendor vs. partner, trust, long-term relationships, proactivity, corporate structures, live streaming, creative inspiration

📢 Key Takeaways: partnership, trust, long-term relationships, proactivity, adaptability, corporate mindset, live streaming, creative inspiration

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🔗 Connect with Us:Douglas Duvall

motifmedia.com for high-end video production.
Eric Wing

withdarby.com for digital marketing and web development services.

📢 Key Takeaways: partnership, trust, long-term relationships, proactivity, adaptability, corporate mindset, live streaming, creative inspiration

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🔗 Connect with Us:Douglas Duvall

motifmedia.com for high-end video production.
Eric Wing

withdarby.com for digital marketing and web development services.

Previous Episode

The Reality of Burnout and How to Prevent It

In this episode, co-hosts Douglas Duvall of Motif Media and Eric Wing of Darby Digital dive into the challenges of creative burnout and share their personal experiences navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship.
Creative Burnout and Personal Experiences (0:06)
Impact of Burnout on Personal and Professional Life (4:13)
Strategies for Preventing Burnout (32:51)
The Role of Self-Care and Mindfulness (41:04)
The Impact of Hustle Culture (41:24)
Final Thoughts and Recommendations (42:04)
📌 Topics Covered: creative burnout, personal experiences, self-care, mindfulness, work-life balance, hustle culture, boundaries, productivity, mental health, entrepreneurship
📢 Key Takeaways: self-awareness, work-life balance, mindfulness, boundaries, prioritizing self-care, avoiding burnout, productivity, mental health, entrepreneurial challenges, work culture

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motifmedia.com for high-end video production.
Eric Wing

withdarby.com for digital marketing and web development services.

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The Realities of Business Travel for Creative Professionals

In this episode, co-hosts Douglas Duvall of Motif Media and Eric Wing of Darby Digital dive into the challenges and experiences of business travel, particularly for those in the creative industry.
Traveling for Work in the Creative Field (0:00)
Stress and Logistics of Business Travel (2:42)
Challenges and Adaptations in Convention Filming (7:59)
Impact of Travel on Creative Capacity (14:18)
Client Expectations and Travel Policies (20:51)
Balancing Work and Personal Life During Travel (25:46)
Adapting to Different Travel Scenarios (29:17)
Managing Email and Communication During Travel (29:31)
Personal Reflections on Business Travel (33:19)
Final Thoughts and Recommendations (36:17)

Video Version:

https://youtu.be/_uN1tWo3wYU
📌 Topics Covered: business travel, trade shows, conventions, travel expenses, corporate policies, work-life balance, creativity, and adapting to unexpected situations.
📢 Key Takeaways: travel stress, client expectations, budget considerations, adapting on the fly, work-life balance.

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🔗 Connect with Us:Douglas Duvall

motifmedia.com for high-end video production.
Eric Wing

withdarby.com for digital marketing and web development services.