Hello, everyone, and welcome to “The Jim Kroft Podcast”, where I seek to build bridges between the parallel worlds of the creative arts and solopreneur's path.
When I started this Podcast, one of the first names I wrote down as a dream guest was Josh Spector, so I’m just buzzing to introduce you to him today.
What I love about Josh is that he combines the innovative mindset of an entrepreneur with the non-conformism of creatives.
As he says - “you don’t stand out by trying to fit in”.
Josh is a prolific creator with 28 products on Gumroad, the mastermind behind the "For the Interested" newsletter, which has amassed 42,000 subscribers, and the host of the thought-provoking "I Want to Know" podcast.
However, what sets Josh apart is that few people are as concentrated on giving value per minute.
Today, Josh shares insights on:
- 📈 One-Person Business Strategies
- 🎨 Creative Process (Courses & Gumroad)
- 😊 Fostering a Positive Mindset
- 📣 Revolutionizing Newsletters
- 🎙️ Podcast Strategy Systematization
- 💡 Providing Value vs. Interest
On a personal note, inspired by Josh’s advice, I launched my first lead magnet over Christmas, leading to 170 new subscribers to my “Creative Insights” newsletter. It was my best week ever so far and another example of how all the ideas, insights and actionable tips I’m learning from the Podcast are having a real-life impact. You can see the link in the show notes if you'd like to subscribe.
I'm excited to continue sharing the journey ahead for all of you who are starting Podcasts, Newsletters or YouTube channels this year.
Okay, it’s time to meet Mr Josh Spector,
Are you ready? Then, let’s dive in!
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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