S2E9: Why Vulnerability & Community Are The Keys To Success w/ Christina Disler
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08/01/19 • 52 min
After struggling with issues of mental health and a learning disability, Christina Disler realized the power of having a supportive space for entrepreneurs and creatives to come together and be inspired by each other. So she created the Werklab here in Vancouver, BC to act as a spiritual and conscious coworking base for those looking to join a community.
Christina believes in the ability of vulnerability to act as a way to connect, create and innovate and has created a coworking space that preaches an agenda of mindfulness, meditation and slowing down.
Today we are exploring her journey of entrepreneurship, why she believes vulnerability and curiosity are the keys to success and ways to live a meaningful life by taking care of yourself. Christina was intentional with her vision for Werklab and puts the importance of human connection at the root of all of her innovation.
An episode all about tuning into yourself and the experiences of others, Christina is a prime example of the tremendous power of community. What intrigues you most about the Werklab holistic perspective? Share with us in the comments on the episode page.
In This Episode
- How to create connection and community over the shared human experience
- Why Christina wanted to have a supportive space in a male-dominated industry
- Practices to connect with yourself and take the next step in your career
- Ways Werklab stays unique in the competitive co-working space industry
- Simple acts for yourself to encourage curiosity and vulnerability
Quotes
“It was like seeking the prescription of what others were telling me versus listening to myself and getting really in tune with what lands true for me.” (8:54)
“We are a community of freelancers, of sole proprietors, of business owners, of remote workers, that come together as a collective and work out of the same space.” (18:58)
“By creating this space and this room to breathe and actually taking care of myself, I actually started to see things so much clearer. And that's when I really recognized that the space I created for myself I wanted to create for others in the physical sense.” (26:44)
“We want to make the world of wellness more aligned with the world of business and our life purpose.” (32:49)
“The lows will pass, but also the highs. That's just part of entrepreneurship, there will be a next day. And you will win an award and then what? Or you'll hit a goal and then what? Its all about being adaptive at being mindful in the moment and to enjoy the ride. Because that's really what it is, its a journey, it's not about any destination.” (36:37)
Links
Follow Werklab on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter
A Mindful Way Through Depression
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz
The Mastery of Love by Don Miguel Ruiz
The Artist’s Way Morning Pages by Julia Cameron
Check out the full show notes page here
Keep up with everything ARC here
Follow ARC on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter
Follow Sachin on
After struggling with issues of mental health and a learning disability, Christina Disler realized the power of having a supportive space for entrepreneurs and creatives to come together and be inspired by each other. So she created the Werklab here in Vancouver, BC to act as a spiritual and conscious coworking base for those looking to join a community.
Christina believes in the ability of vulnerability to act as a way to connect, create and innovate and has created a coworking space that preaches an agenda of mindfulness, meditation and slowing down.
Today we are exploring her journey of entrepreneurship, why she believes vulnerability and curiosity are the keys to success and ways to live a meaningful life by taking care of yourself. Christina was intentional with her vision for Werklab and puts the importance of human connection at the root of all of her innovation.
An episode all about tuning into yourself and the experiences of others, Christina is a prime example of the tremendous power of community. What intrigues you most about the Werklab holistic perspective? Share with us in the comments on the episode page.
In This Episode
- How to create connection and community over the shared human experience
- Why Christina wanted to have a supportive space in a male-dominated industry
- Practices to connect with yourself and take the next step in your career
- Ways Werklab stays unique in the competitive co-working space industry
- Simple acts for yourself to encourage curiosity and vulnerability
Quotes
“It was like seeking the prescription of what others were telling me versus listening to myself and getting really in tune with what lands true for me.” (8:54)
“We are a community of freelancers, of sole proprietors, of business owners, of remote workers, that come together as a collective and work out of the same space.” (18:58)
“By creating this space and this room to breathe and actually taking care of myself, I actually started to see things so much clearer. And that's when I really recognized that the space I created for myself I wanted to create for others in the physical sense.” (26:44)
“We want to make the world of wellness more aligned with the world of business and our life purpose.” (32:49)
“The lows will pass, but also the highs. That's just part of entrepreneurship, there will be a next day. And you will win an award and then what? Or you'll hit a goal and then what? Its all about being adaptive at being mindful in the moment and to enjoy the ride. Because that's really what it is, its a journey, it's not about any destination.” (36:37)
Links
Follow Werklab on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter
A Mindful Way Through Depression
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz
The Mastery of Love by Don Miguel Ruiz
The Artist’s Way Morning Pages by Julia Cameron
Check out the full show notes page here
Keep up with everything ARC here
Follow ARC on Instagram | Facebook | Twitter
Follow Sachin on
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S2E8: How To Find Your Voice & Unlock Your Potential w/ Jonathan Canlas
You may know Jonathan Canlas as the owner of The Find Lab, his film photography, or other various passion projects. Jon believes in the power of selling prints, quality over quantity, and getting back in touch with your ‘why’ behind photography.
Jon has had a 20-year career and is well versed in everything from business and marketing to curation, pricing, digital files, and throat punch images. Today Jon is here to let you into his world and provides tips on how you can sell more prints and become better at your business.
There is no longevity in your career until you have a voice and images that set you apart, and to Jon, the only way to do that is by pointing your camera at things that make you tick, not just pay the bills. Your images have the power to change the world if a print of JPEG is put in front of the right person, and it is only by bettering yourself as a photographer that you can find your voice and become part of something bigger than yourself and the business.
A source of inspiration, great quotes, and a no-bullshit attitude, Jon is a master to learn from and the key to utilizing your own unique access. What do you find most inspirational about Jon’s perspective? Join the conversation in the comments on the episode page.
In This Episode
- The importance of stepping away and looking at your photos with fresh eyes
- Focusing on the power of walking away with a photo that is worth printing
- Why you should stop giving away your digital files and how to price accordingly
- How to start curating and deliver a few select photos instead of too many options
- Ways to unlock your potential and do more than what you are being paid for
Quotes
“I’m constantly trying to document now so that things aren't missed.” (6:46)
“Watching a piece of paper that is blank, and you put it in its water, and within 10 seconds, boom! Like magic, there is an image. I don't know anyone in the world, I don't even care if you are into photography or not If I show that to you you’re like ‘Woah that’s cool’.” (12:45)
“I’m not in the business of being pretty, I am in the business of making money.” (35:30)
“There's a reason I have been in business for 20 years. Its because I don't give away the farm, I’m not constantly running a marathon, running from client to client to ‘get a drink’.” (41:54)
“It's not our responsibility as photographers to archive for our clients online, for them to be able to just see it. I give it to you and it's your responsibility to do what you are going to do with it afterward. I am not a hosting service, I am a photographer.” (44:18)
“If you want to be able to create images that are throat punchers, you have to know what you want to say. And you are not going to figure out what you want to say just by showing up to the same gig over and over again and just repeating it.” (47:40)
Links
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S2E10: How To Expand Your Revenue Streams & Spark Your Creativity w/ India Earl
India Earl has been shooting weddings since the age of 15 and has become a master of turning intentions into goals. India values time, intimacy and realness which comes across in both her business mentality and photographs. A fun, intimate and real photographer, India is passionate about diversifying your portfolio and finding ways to stop wasting time.
If you are looking for ways to expand your revenue streams or outsourcing the mundane aspects of your work, India is here to provide tips and tricks to accomplish your goals. India believes that the more passion you are able to put into your work the more successful you will be and is sharing all of her nuggets of knowledge on this episode.
Everything from skydiving to finding your purpose is covered in this eye-opening interview with India. If you are looking to diversify your income streams, spark creativity or create a community, this is the episode for you.
How do you manage your time and ensure you are putting your passion above everything else? Share with us in the comments on the episode page.
In This Episode
- Ways to harness different income avenues and how to balance them properly
- Exploring the transition from full-time photographer to educator
- Signs that it is time for you to hire an assistant and start outsourcing your work
- Recommendations to help you when trying to find a mentor
- How to draw different creative ideas through community
Quotes
“Every day since then I have just been trying to slowly improve my photography business on its own so that it can be more of like a passion project where I sometimes get money versus depending on that for my income.” (14:35)
“Ultimately my goal besides all the materialistic things is just to have time.” (20:55)
“I get to diversify my business by showcasing other peoples talents and skills and it supports them which is really cool and it just honestly helps build a bigger community around me than I ever honestly would have imagined having.” (31:44)
“I feel like I am kind of at the point where I have so many options of directions to go, I just don't know which direction to take a step into. And so its a really good problem to have.” (41:24)
Links
Follow India on Instagram
You Are A Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero
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Keep up with everything ARC here
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