In this episode, we explore what it means to find your unique voice as a creative and how to express it with clarity and confidence. We tackle the big questions: How do you discover what you want to say, and the best way to say it?

How can a bad mentor actually help you? How do you charge for your work when you’re still up and coming? What is a simple thing to do that can guarantee you more work? How do you know it’s time to get a day job – or leave your day job? We asked comedian Lazola Gola and illustrator Jade Klara, both experienced creatives with rich and varied histories, to join us to share their advice and wisdom on freelancing vs full-time employment – plus enjoy a few laughs along the way.

From the myth of the “starving artist” to tales of tortured poets and painters, history has long romanticised the idea of creatives suffering for their art. Today, we understand mental health better — but in an unpredictable world, creative work can still take a toll.