Episodes

Ready to break through the noise, build powerful business relationships, and finally dominate your market? Welcome to the Creative Entrepreneur Podcast—a dynamic audio series for artists, creators, coaches, and small business owners who are serious about leveling up! This is how to dominate the market and build a big business! In this episode, hosts Julie Lokun (she/her) and Dominick Domasky (he/him) go deep with legendary marketer and bestselling author Seth Greene, co-host of Sharkpreneur, to...

Are you thriving in the pay to play economy? In this episode you will understand smart investments for Creative Entrepreneurs like yourself! Welcome to the Creative Entrepreneur Podcast! In today’s solo episode, host Julie Loken tackles the challenge every creative business owner is talking about: how to thrive in a “pay to play” economy. With clients holding onto their wallets and the market constantly in flux, Julie dives deep into practical, actionable strategies to help you grow, scale, and...

Are you thriving in the pay to play economy? In this episode you will understand smart investments for Creative Entrepreneurs like yourself! Welcome to the Creative Entrepreneur Podcast! In today’s solo episode, host Julie Loken tackles the challenge every creative business owner is talking about: how to thrive in a “pay to play” economy. With clients holding onto their wallets and the market constantly in flux, Julie dives deep into practical, actionable strategies to help you grow, scale, and...

Learn How To Make Money On Social Media and Build Your Business Connections With James Orsini of Vayner X. Julie Lokun and Dominick Domasky pick the brain of a brilliant mind in business on today's episode. Key Highlights: Building Connections: James discusses how he uses his superpower of connecting people and ideas to create lasting relationships without expecting anything in return. Entrepreneurial Insights: The distinction between entrepreneurial ideas and execution. James talks about...

Learn How To Make Money On Social Media and Build Your Business Connections With James Orsini of Vayner X. Julie Lokun and Dominick Domasky pick the brain of a brilliant mind in business on today's episode. Key Highlights: Building Connections: James discusses how he uses his superpower of connecting people and ideas to create lasting relationships without expecting anything in return. Entrepreneurial Insights: The distinction between entrepreneurial ideas and execution. James talks about ho...

Today you are going to learn about business, money and taking risks as an entrepreneur. Community Building :We emphasize the importance of having a supportive community for entrepreneurs and creatives, like the Creative Con community, which is described as a gathering of "doers, movers, shakers, dreamers." Unique Storytelling : Dominick is the "Sherpa of storytelling," highlighting the value of weaving personal stories into business to create memorable branding. Work-Life Balance : Both sp...

Today you are going to learn about business, money and taking risks as an entrepreneur. Community Building:We emphasize the importance of having a supportive community for entrepreneurs and creatives, like the Creative Con community, which is described as a gathering of "doers, movers, shakers, dreamers." Unique Storytelling: Dominick is the "Sherpa of storytelling," highlighting the value of weaving personal stories into business to create memorable branding. Work-Life Balance: Both speakers...

🎟️ Get Early Bird Pricing Now! 👉 www.cre8tivecon.com Let’s talk networking in 2025 —because the game has changed! If you think social media is the end-all-be-all for building your brand, business, podcast, or book sales, it’s time to rethink your strategy. ✅ Authenticity & Trust: People need to know, like, and trust you. That doesn’t happen overnight—it starts with genuine connections. ✅ Value-Driven Messaging: Your brand isn’t about a perfectly rehearsed elevator pitch—it’s ab...

🎟️ Get Early Bird Pricing Now! 👉 www.cre8tivecon.com Let’s talk networking in 2025—because the game has changed! If you think social media is the end-all-be-all for building your brand, business, podcast, or book sales, it’s time to rethink your strategy. ✅ Authenticity & Trust: People need to know, like, and trust you. That doesn’t happen overnight—it starts with genuine connections. ✅ Value-Driven Messaging: Your brand isn’t about a perfectly rehearsed elevator pitch—it’s about solving problem...

🚀 How to Become a Successful Entrepreneur | Start Your Side Hustle Learn more about your Homegirls Julie Lokun and Lauren Erickson : www.bigbetterbrand.com Want to tap into your creative side and turn your passion into profit? Join business experts Julie Loken and Lauren Erickson as they reveal proven strategies for creative entrepreneurs. Learn how to develop your unique selling proposition, monetize your ideas, and build a thriving business! Key topics covered: ✨ How to identify your unique ...

🚀 How to Become a Successful Entrepreneur | Start Your Side Hustle Learn more about your Homegirls Julie Lokun and Lauren Erickson : www.bigbetterbrand.com Want to tap into your creative side and turn your passion into profit? Join business experts Julie Loken and Lauren Erickson as they reveal proven strategies for creative entrepreneurs. Learn how to develop your unique selling proposition, monetize your ideas, and build a thriving business! Key topics covered: ✨ How to identify your unique ...

5 Essential Business Growth Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs in 2025 | Building Your Brand Discover the top 5 strategies creative entrepreneurs need to implement in 2025 to build a sustainable and authentic brand. Host Julie Loken breaks down actionable tips for leveraging AI while maintaining human connection, creating engaging content, and building meaningful collaborations. Key Topics Covered: • AI integration and automation tools for business efficiency • Balancing technology with auth...

5 Essential Business Growth Strategies for Creative Entrepreneurs in 2025 | Building Your Brand Discover the top 5 strategies creative entrepreneurs need to implement in 2025 to build a sustainable and authentic brand. Host Julie Loken breaks down actionable tips for leveraging AI while maintaining human connection, creating engaging content, and building meaningful collaborations. Key Topics Covered: • AI integration and automation tools for business efficiency • Balancing technology with auth...

Julie Lokun and Lauren Erickson are joined by Brett Berish, the founder and CEO of Sovereign Brands. Brett, known as the "cocktail king," shares his journey of building not just one, but five successful liquor brands, including the world's fastest-growing premium rum, Bumbu. How To Build Your Brand and Grow Your Empire: Brand Building Philosophy: Brett delves into his unique approach to brand building, emphasizing the importance of believing in your product, evolving based on feedback, and trus...

Julie Lokun and Lauren Erickson are joined by Brett Berish, the founder and CEO of Sovereign Brands. Brett, known as the "cocktail king," shares his journey of building not just one, but five successful liquor brands, including the world's fastest-growing premium rum, Bumbu. How To Build Your Brand and Grow Your Empire: Brand Building Philosophy: Brett delves into his unique approach to brand building, emphasizing the importance of believing in your product, evolving based on feedback, and trus...

Make Money and Be A Good Human with Shawn Finnegan, a visionary entrepreneur and co-founder of Tax Hive, to explore his entrepreneurial journey, love for networking, and experiences as a parent. Shawn shares the highs, lows, and pivotal lessons he’s learned while navigating business and life. Shawn’s Entrepreneurial Journey Discover what fueled Shawn’s leap into entrepreneurship and how he built Tax Hive from the ground up. Key topics include: Shawn’s early career and the inspiration behind st...

Make Money and Be A Good Human with Shawn Finnegan, a visionary entrepreneur and co-founder of Tax Hive, to explore his entrepreneurial journey, love for networking, and experiences as a parent. Shawn shares the highs, lows, and pivotal lessons he’s learned while navigating business and life. Shawn’s Entrepreneurial Journey Discover what fueled Shawn’s leap into entrepreneurship and how he built Tax Hive from the ground up. Key topics include: Shawn’s early career and the inspiration behind st...

This is how to build a business with AI. We explore how AI can be a crucial tool for entrepreneurs seeking to save time, enhance productivity, and gain a competitive edge. From automating customer inquiries to generating ideas, Julie Lokun highlights the balance between AI's efficiency and the irreplaceable human touch. ♾️Join us LIVE in February: www.cre8tivecon.com Key Takeaways On How To Build A Business with AI- AI as a Tool, Not a Replacement: AI should be seen as an assistant that can enh...

This is how to build a business with AI. We explore how AI can be a crucial tool for entrepreneurs seeking to save time, enhance productivity, and gain a competitive edge. From automating customer inquiries to generating ideas, Julie Lokun highlights the balance between AI's efficiency and the irreplaceable human touch. ♾️Join us LIVE in February: www.cre8tivecon.com Key Takeaways On How To Build A Business with AI- AI as a Tool, Not a Replacement: AI should be seen as an assistant that can enh...

This is how to build a business with AI. We explore how AI can be a crucial tool for entrepreneurs seeking to save time, enhance productivity, and gain a competitive edge. From automating customer inquiries to generating ideas, Julie Lokun highlights the balance between AI's efficiency and the irreplaceable human touch. ♾️Join us LIVE in February: www.cre8tivecon.com Key Takeaways On How To Build A Business with AI- AI as a Tool, Not a Replacement: AI should be seen as an assistant that can enh...

This is how to build a business with AI. We explore how AI can be a crucial tool for entrepreneurs seeking to save time, enhance productivity, and gain a competitive edge. From automating customer inquiries to generating ideas, Julie Lokun highlights the balance between AI's efficiency and the irreplaceable human touch. ♾️Join us LIVE in February: www.cre8tivecon.com Key Takeaways On How To Build A Business with AI- AI as a Tool, Not a Replacement: AI should be seen as an assistant that can enh...

Visionary or Narcissist with Justin Breen: Lessons for Entrepreneurs Legacy and Influence: Justin Breen reflects on the profound legacy of his grandfather, a World War II hero and Nuremberg Trials attorney, and his mother, described as a visionary seer. He also shares insights into raising his son Chase, who aspires to join the Army Rangers or Green Berets, embodying discipline and ambition. Taking Action: Justin emphasizes the entrepreneurial mantra of execution over ideation, recounting hands...

Visionary or Narcissist with Justin Breen: Lessons for Entrepreneurs Legacy and Influence: Justin Breen reflects on the profound legacy of his grandfather, a World War II hero and Nuremberg Trials attorney, and his mother, described as a visionary seer. He also shares insights into raising his son Chase, who aspires to join the Army Rangers or Green Berets, embodying discipline and ambition. Taking Action: Justin emphasizes the entrepreneurial mantra of execution over ideation, recounting hands...

Transforming Time into Wealth: Dan Martell’s Path from Prison to Prominence - Welcome to another enlightening episode of OBSESSED with your hosts Julie Lokun and Julie Riga. Today, we are thrilled to have Dan Martell, an entrepreneurial dynamo, and the author of the upcoming book "Buy Back Your Time." Dan’s journey from a turbulent youth, including time in jail, to becoming a highly successful entrepreneur and coach is nothing short of inspirational. In this episode, Dan delves deep into how a...