The Imposter Syndrome
Are you in the creative industry, but often feel like you don’t know what you’re doing? Then this is the show for you. Join seasoned graphic designer Dan Barbour as he talks to other creatives from around the world to find out why we all feel like phonies. Every week we navigate the less pretty side of creative work.
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Friday Mar 24, 2023
Friday Mar 24, 2023
The legendary Field Nut himself, everybody’s favorite, Dave Clayton sits down from an entire ocean away for a chat about conferences and making friends, the insane whirlwind of working Aaron Draplin’s merch tables, imposter syndrome and, of course, Field Notes. Good, fun talk!
More about Mr. Downtown Clayton over at:@itsdaveclayton
Dave's Book: How do I do that in InDesign?
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Tuesday Feb 21, 2023
Tuesday Feb 21, 2023
Today I’m very excited to sit down and talk with big time, New York City art director and creator, Bárbara Astrini. We talk about her beginnings in São Paulo, Brazil, Myrtle Beach life, working for Nickelodeon (swoon) and what it’s like to win an Emmy.
Super fun talk!
More about Babs over at:@barbara.astrini
LOJA by Barbara Astrini
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Wednesday Jan 25, 2023
Wednesday Jan 25, 2023
If you’ve attended a design community event in North Carolina, chances are you’ve met and gotten great advice from Doc Reed. Doc sits down with me to talk about community, imposter syndrome and fun work stuff. Good times are had and Chris Williams is discussed.
More about Doc over at:
@iamreedicus
www.iamreedicus.com
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Tuesday Jan 10, 2023
Tuesday Jan 10, 2023
It’s finally Chris Williams Day here at The Imposter Pod. Chris and I sit down for a nice conversation about overloading yourself with work, day jobs and MrBlonde75 on GigPosters.com (RIP). Tacos and good times were had.
*WARNING* we do get into some depression and mental health talk.
More about Chris over at:@PlasticFlame Plastic Flame PressGigposters VOL 2
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Tuesday Dec 27, 2022
Tuesday Dec 27, 2022
Today I’m sitting down with my old buddy, JT Lucchesi. Widespread Panic fans rejoice. We go in-depth about JT’s start, how he got in with Panic, and some of our favorites. Heads up, there’s some salty language in this one.
Find out more about JT:@HomeTeamJT HomeTeamGraphics.comCheesefrog.com
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Tuesday Dec 13, 2022
Tuesday Dec 13, 2022
This week we’re hanging out IN-PERSON with sign painter Mark Sennert from Stray Voltage Signs. We talk about working crappy, non-creative/civilian jobs, getting into sign painting and charging for work. Lots of hate for the movie Seabiscuit in this one, so sorry if your a fan.
Find out more about Mark:
@StrayVoltageSigns
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Tuesday Dec 06, 2022
Tuesday Dec 06, 2022
This week Jer Warren is in the house, and we have a nice conversation about art vs design and how the artist reacts vs the graphic designer. Lots of good stuff on process, finding his way and getting some really great jobs working with some really cool bands. I had a lot of fun with this talk.
Find out more about Jer:
https://instagram.com/jerwarrendesign
www.jerwarren.com
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Tuesday Nov 29, 2022
Tuesday Nov 29, 2022
# 5: Ben HarrisBen Harris is hanging out with us today and the overarching theme is LAYOFFS. Ben made it through the Dotcom crash, the 2007 recession and a myriad of not great bosses to land a gig as creative director for the best boss ever, himself. He’s offering us some honest tips on how to cope with the letdown of being laid off and what steps to take next. It’s some really great, honest insight.
Find out more about Ben:
One Street City Project
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Tuesday Nov 22, 2022
Tuesday Nov 22, 2022
Taylor Cashdan is in the house today and we’re going DEEP on stress,. Tips on how to avoid it and how to notice it. We also discuss the two way value of mentorship and IMPOSTER SYNDROME. Good times are had by alll.
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TAYLOR CASHDAN@taylorcashdan
taylorcashdan.com
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Tuesday Nov 15, 2022
Tuesday Nov 15, 2022
Boutique brand designer, Jordis Small of Stellen Design, joins us today for a conversation about burnout, being a full-time, freelance creative director and mother and tips on where to find ins with national brands. Lots of laughs and good times. Jordis is offering our listeners a free 20 minute call for some quick, personal branding tips.
Hit her up at:
www.stellendesign.com
@jordiesmall
@stellendesign
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Who the hell is Dan Barbour?
Hi, Creative Pals! My name is Dan Barbour, and I am your host. I'm a graphic designer. I'm a husband. I'm an uncle. I'm a local rabble rouser. Most importantly, I'm a creative professional well into my second decade of a freelance career.
In early 2022 I experienced a pretty debilitating bout with burnout, which lead to work insecurities, which lead to a crippling round of imposter syndrome. After searching the internet for help, I found that nothing was really relatable to me. So here we are! Join me every week as I take a personal journey, talking to other creatives about ways to deal with the less pretty side of the creative industry.