In this special live episode of The Global Actor Podcast (recorded at the Dream Big, Plan Smart Retreat in Providence, RI) Elise sits down with returning guest Angel Pean—a three-time Audie Award–winning narrator, on-camera actor, and thriving multi-hyphenate. Together, they dig into the reality of building a sustainable, joyful, and authentic creative career—even when dreams shift.
This episode is for you if you:
✨ Crave insight on shifting your mindset from scarcity to abundance in the arts
✨ Need permission to let your career evolve and celebrate where you are now
✨ Want practical tips on negotiating rates and advocating for your worth (with real examples!) ✨ Are curious about stepping into mentorship, leadership, and the power of community
✨ Feel stuck— or super busy, even – juggling “too much of a good thing” and wondering how to build your own support team
Inside, you’ll hear open conversations about: 🔥 Navigating unexpected wins, setbacks, and self-care as a working artist 🔥 The value of mentorship and community in keeping your creative spark alive 🔥 How to move from feeling like a freelancer to confidently running your own creative business
Plus: Angel Pean shares her favorite recent projects (including a Good Morning America Book Club pick and an award-winning audiobook), what it’s really like to negotiate renewals and rates, and why connecting in-person with creative peers can be fuel for your journey.
Tune in for an honest look at defining success on your own terms—and how to keep moving forward, wherever you are in your career.
Then, get your own plan in place for the New Year with the Dream Big, Plan Smart framework via our 5-day free training here: https://bit.ly/dreambigplansmart
Links:
Hear Angel’s narration of JUNIE by Erin Crosby Eckstine here and connect with Angel further here: angelpean.com
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