Catherine JoyTaking the Down out of DowntimeWe all need times of rest and recovery. It is crucial in order to live a sustainable life. However, when you are a freelancer the…Apr 7, 20191Apr 7, 20191
Catherine JoyPositivity Isn’t EnoughSome of us are born with an innate sense of positivity. I am one of those people. I have this inherent sense that everything is going to…Mar 31, 2019Mar 31, 2019
Catherine JoyGet Uncomfortable. Stay Uncomfortable.Today I want to discuss being uncomfortable because that has been an ongoing theme for me the last few weeks. Many of you readers know me…Mar 25, 2019Mar 25, 2019
Catherine JoyFind Your PeopleBeing a creative requires long periods of isolation. To create something we need to sit down, focus, listen and make it happen. This is…Mar 18, 2019Mar 18, 2019
Catherine JoyTwo GamesThis week I have been thinking about two games we tend to play. One can be really damaging, unless you play it in a really specific way…Mar 10, 2019Mar 10, 2019
Catherine JoyA Safe Creative SpaceWhen you are a creative, be it a composer like me, a writer or visual artist, you are required to create content on demand. Your clients…Mar 3, 2019Mar 3, 2019
Catherine JoyFeedback: Get ItI just received some feedback. Opening cue on a new project. At first I wasn’t sure about what I had done but after spending some time…Feb 24, 2019Feb 24, 2019
Catherine JoyRiding the Freelance RollercoasterThis week has been an intense one for sure. I started the week running a recording session at Capitol Studios. I was at one of my favorite…Feb 20, 2019Feb 20, 2019
Catherine JoyLearning How To RestLast week after an intense day of work I went out to see a friend play a gig. When I arrived I realized they were starting later than I…Feb 10, 2019Feb 10, 2019
Catherine JoyWhy You? Marketing & Social MediaLast week we talked about the actual writing of the music, which is a crucial piece of the puzzle. But there are other puzzle pieces that…Feb 3, 2019Feb 3, 2019