Create Or Perish https://pdjanson7.podbean.com Create Or Perish is a podcast that pulls back the curtain on the lives of writers, musicians, entrepreneurs, and creatives who have answered their calling and built a business around their creative work. Each episode goes under the hood — exploring what the transition really looked like, what the day-to-day grind is like on the inside, and all the trial, error, and invisible work that never shows up on stage or on screen. If you've felt the pull to do something meaningful with your creativity but aren't sure how to make it real, this podcast is for you.

]]> Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:55:03 -0300 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2026 All rights reserved. Business:Entrepreneurship 1440 episodic pdjanson7 pdjanson7 No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/22396817/logo_white8tbsg.png Create Or Perish https://pdjanson7.podbean.com 144 144 Ep 002 Bob Smeenk - From Singer to Solopreneur Ep 002 Bob Smeenk - From Singer to Solopreneur https://pdjanson7.podbean.com/e/ep-002-bob-smeenk-from-singer-to-solopreneur/ https://pdjanson7.podbean.com/e/ep-002-bob-smeenk-from-singer-to-solopreneur/#comments Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:55:03 -0300 pdjanson7.podbean.com/c15b6fff-0de2-3aa9-9074-0c9bc342a8a8 Join us as we explore the journey of Bob Smeenk, a professional singer turned vocal coach who reaches an international online audience of singers, and who shares his story of finding his way into music, building the Song Fix Program, and the realities of running a purpose-driven solopreneur business.

Whether you're a singer looking to take ownership of your own voice or a creator curious about building a sustainable, community-centered business, this episode offers both practical tools and honest behind-the-scenes insight.

Main Topics Covered: -Bob's journey from engineering-track student to professional musician -The pivotal conversation with his dad that set him on the music path -Traveling and busking across Europe in a converted camper van -Building the ABC Voice Model and the Song Fix System with its 14 song fix tools -The decision to burn the ships and commit fully to the Song Fix Program -Lessons from short form vs. long form YouTube content -Building and nurturing an engaged online community -The high-ticket cohort model and finding financial and purpose-driven stability

Resources & Links: YouTube: youtube.com/@bob.smeenk Website: songfixprogram.com

 

]]> Join us as we explore the journey of Bob Smeenk, a professional singer turned vocal coach who reaches an international online audience of singers, and who shares his story of finding his way into music, building the Song Fix Program, and the realities of running a purpose-driven solopreneur business.

Whether you're a singer looking to take ownership of your own voice or a creator curious about building a sustainable, community-centered business, this episode offers both practical tools and honest behind-the-scenes insight.


Main Topics Covered:
-Bob's journey from engineering-track student to professional musician
-The pivotal conversation with his dad that set him on the music path
-Traveling and busking across Europe in a converted camper van
-Building the ABC Voice Model and the Song Fix System with its 14 song fix tools
-The decision to burn the ships and commit fully to the Song Fix Program
-Lessons from short form vs. long form YouTube content
-Building and nurturing an engaged online community
-The high-ticket cohort model and finding financial and purpose-driven stability


Resources & Links:
YouTube: youtube.com/@bob.smeenk
Website: songfixprogram.com

 

]]> pdjanson7 false No 6233 2 full Ep 001 Rachel Efron - Embracing Creativity Ep 001 Rachel Efron - Embracing Creativity https://pdjanson7.podbean.com/e/ep-001-rachel-efron-embracing-creativity/ https://pdjanson7.podbean.com/e/ep-001-rachel-efron-embracing-creativity/#comments Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:34:58 -0300 pdjanson7.podbean.com/cc953581-1ad9-3faf-9d7e-e7cbff3fef81 Join us as we explore the journey of Rachel Efron, a singer, songwriter, music producer, and creativity coach, who shares her story of discovering her creative path, building a sustainable career, and her unique framework on creativity.

Whether you're an aspiring artist or simply interested in understanding how to nurture your creative spirit, this episode provides practical insights and inspiring perspectives.

Main Topics Covered:

Rachel's journey from academic pursuits to musical passion

How her upbringing influenced her relationship with creativity

Her holistic framework on creativity: inspiration, courage, discipline, rest, connection

Building a career as an artist—balancing passion with practicality Lessons from creating her app Muzy, including the challenges of product development

Managing perfectionism and procrastination in the creative process The importance of individuation and authenticity in creative work Practical advice for starting and sustaining a creative practice

Resources & Links:

Website https://www.rachelefron.com

Muzy – Creativity App (iOS only) App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/muzi-your-creativity-coach/id6739667782

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-efron-43860713a

Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi (Amazon) https://www.audible.com/pd/Flow-Audiobook/B00QU99KN8?srsltid=AfmBOopoAHyikJboykPWs13m0b_gbZYv_i_zYqrCoGDG8V9KNjCpUD6U

 

]]> Join us as we explore the journey of Rachel Efron, a singer, songwriter, music producer, and creativity coach, who shares her story of discovering her creative path, building a sustainable career, and her unique framework on creativity.

Whether you're an aspiring artist or simply interested in understanding how to nurture your creative spirit, this episode provides practical insights and inspiring perspectives.


Main Topics Covered:

Rachel's journey from academic pursuits to musical passion

How her upbringing influenced her relationship with creativity

Her holistic framework on creativity: inspiration, courage, discipline, rest, connection


Building a career as an artist—balancing passion with practicality
Lessons from creating her app Muzy, including the challenges of product development


Managing perfectionism and procrastination in the creative process
The importance of individuation and authenticity in creative work
Practical advice for starting and sustaining a creative practice


Resources & Links:


Website
https://www.rachelefron.com

Muzy – Creativity App (iOS only)
App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/muzi-your-creativity-coach/id6739667782

LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-efron-43860713a

Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi (Amazon)
https://www.audible.com/pd/Flow-Audiobook/B00QU99KN8?srsltid=AfmBOopoAHyikJboykPWs13m0b_gbZYv_i_zYqrCoGDG8V9KNjCpUD6U

 

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