The Creative Life — with Jim Kroft

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 branches include his Podcast, his Newsletter (40,000 subscribers) and membership community “Creator Lab”.

In this episode, Jay shares insights on:
  • Overcoming Self-Doubt in Creativity
  • The Creator Economy and Its Challenges
  • Navigating Discovery and Relationship Platforms
  • The Art of Playing the Long-Term Game
  • Building Your Presence in a Crowded Digital Space
Whether you're running a Podcast, Newsletter, or business, today's episode will fill you with new ideas and courage for the path ahead!

Finally, if you'd like to follow my personal reflections on creativity and entrepreneurship, please feel welcome to subscribe to my Substack.

OK, I’m thrilled to present you the brilliant man that is Jay Clouse,
If you’re ready, then let’s dive in!

Your host, Jim

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What is The Creative Life — with Jim Kroft?

🎙️ The Creative Life — with Jim Kroft

This podcast is for creatives who’ve chosen the long road.

Each week, I take one aspect of the creative life — a breakthrough, a challenge, or a tool that’s helping me — and share what I’m learning from the inside.

I started the show because I couldn’t find what I needed: a companion for the real challenges of making art while building a life around it.

The podcast swings between the psychological traps we face and the practical tools that keep me going. It moves between mindset and method — but always comes back to how we keep showing up.

I’m Jim, your host. I’ve lived a long life in the arts — full of meteoric highs and humbling lows.
Here are a few stops from the journey:

🎸 Released 7 records — from major labels to van tours
🎥 Filmed 6 feature docs, screened at 200+ festivals
🧠 Built a creative business in Berlin since 2013
✍️ Top 1% on Substack for weekly consistency
📈 Raised nearly €100K for refugee & Ukraine war efforts
🎧 The Creative Life has hit the Apple Podcast charts

Thanks for being here,
Jim

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