Episodes

Personal Branding Secrets with Justin Guarini of American Idol and Kim Walsh Phillips
March 2, 2026

Personal Branding Secrets with Justin Guarini of American Idol and Kim Walsh Phillips

In this episode, hosts Julie Lokun and Dominick Domasky sit down with Justin Guarini of American Idol and marketing powerhouse Kim Walsh Phillips to reveal how entrepreneurs can transform their unique personalities into high-revenue brands. The duo shares actionable strategies for mastering the "it…
Jim Kwik on Raising Limitless Kids and Mastering the 3 M’s of Accelerated Learning
Feb. 23, 2026

Jim Kwik on Raising Limitless Kids and Mastering the 3 M’s of Accelerated Learning

Part 2 of Jim Kwik’s interview on The Creative Entrepreneur Podcast shifts from the philosophy of the mind to the practical application of a limitless life. In this episode, Julie Lokun and Jim dive into the "human" side of high performance—discussing parenting, the evolution of education, and how …
Jim Kwik’s Limitless Mindset: How to Outsmart AI and 10x Your Cognitive Focus with Julie Lokun
Feb. 19, 2026

Jim Kwik’s Limitless Mindset: How to Outsmart AI and 10x Your Cognitive Focus with Julie Lokun

In this powerhouse episode of The Creative Entrepreneur Podcast, host Julie Lokun welcomes world-renowned brain coach Jim Kwik. Known for mentoring icons like Elon Musk and Oprah, Jim breaks down why "learning how to think" is the ultimate competitive advantage for modern entrepreneurs. They explor…
Strategic Partnerships for Entrepreneurs: How to Choose the Right Business Collaborations (and Avoid Costly Mistakes) With Julie Lokun and Dominick Domasky
Feb. 16, 2026

Strategic Partnerships for Entrepreneurs: How to Choose the Right Business Collaborations (and Avoid Costly Mistakes) With Julie Lokun and Dominick Domasky

Not all business collaborations are created equal—some unlock exponential growth, while others drain your time, money, and momentum. In this episode, Julie Lokun and Dominick Domasky break down how entrepreneurs can evaluate strategic partnerships, spot red flags early, and build high-impact collab…
How to Scale Your Business in 2026: 5 Lessons from an Innovation Co-Pilot Chris Cushing
Feb. 12, 2026

How to Scale Your Business in 2026: 5 Lessons from an Innovation Co-Pilot Chris Cushing

In this episode, Air Force veteran and "innovation co-pilot" Chris Cushing explains how creative entrepreneurs can scale their businesses by transitioning from basic delegation to high-level operational management. She shares actionable strategies for overcoming the "control trap," utilizing tools …
AI in the Workplace: Why Original Intelligence (OIQ) is the New Competitive Advantage with Jonathan Aberman
Feb. 9, 2026

AI in the Workplace: Why Original Intelligence (OIQ) is the New Competitive Advantage with Jonathan Aberman

In this episode, venture capitalist and Hupside COO Jonathan Aberman joins the show to discuss why over-reliance on AI is creating a crisis of "Work Slop" and brand invisibility. Discover how to measure and improve your "Original Intelligence Quotient" (OIQ) to ensure your creative value stays ahea…
You Might Also Like: The CJ Moneyway Show
Feb. 5, 2026

You Might Also Like: The CJ Moneyway Show

n this episode, we spotlight The CJ Moneyway Show, a top-ranked podcast hosted by Corwin "CJ" Johnson that explores the grit, faith, and frameworks behind global success stories. If you enjoy our focus on the creative hustle, you'll love CJ’s deep dives into the "unseen years" of legacy builders an…
NFL Business Lessons: Marques Ogden on the Audit of a $20M Failure
Feb. 2, 2026

NFL Business Lessons: Marques Ogden on the Audit of a $20M Failure

NFL veteran Marques Ogden breaks down the "post-mortem" of his $20 million business collapse, offering high-stakes NFL business lessons on overcoming ego and mastering the professional pivot. From the graveyard shift to global stages, this episode provides a masterclass in using athletic discipline…
Defending Gacy: Karen Conti on True Crime, Public Branding, and Media Secrets
Jan. 26, 2026

Defending Gacy: Karen Conti on True Crime, Public Branding, and Media Secrets

In this episode, veteran attorney and WGN Radio host Karen Conti reveals how she leveraged her high-stakes defense of John Wayne Gacy to build a 30-year career as a national media expert and author. She provides creative entrepreneurs with a masterclass on controlling the narrative, mastering "came…
How MrBeast and Alex Cooper Built $200M Creator Empires: Consistency, Hooks, and the Early Adopter Edge with Dom Domasky and Julie Lokun
Jan. 19, 2026

How MrBeast and Alex Cooper Built $200M Creator Empires: Consistency, Hooks, and the Early Adopter Edge with Dom Domasky and Julie Lokun

In this high-energy episode, Julie Lokun and Dominick Domasky deconstruct the $200 million blueprints of MrBeast and Alex Cooper to reveal how relentless consistency and psychological "hooks" create global dominance. Learn how to treat your brand like a Super Bowl halftime show and leverage the "ea…
How to Start a Creative Side Hustle and Become a Successful Entrepreneur in 2026
Jan. 15, 2026

How to Start a Creative Side Hustle and Become a Successful Entrepreneur in 2026

Host Julie Lokun and Lauren Erickson deliver a high-impact blueprint for turning creative passions into profitable businesses by mastering your Unique Selling Proposition and building industry authority. This episode provides the essential roadmap for the "Creative Elite" to scale their side hustle…
Why Your Work-Life Balance is Failing (And How the 5 Ls Fix It) with Mike Mannix
Jan. 12, 2026

Why Your Work-Life Balance is Failing (And How the 5 Ls Fix It) with Mike Mannix

In this episode, Michael Mannix reveals the science-backed "Five Ls" framework to help entrepreneurs defeat burnout and achieve true work-life balance in 2026. Learn how to reprogram your brain chemistry for resilience and why walking away from a high-powered career might be the ultimate strategy f…
How Entrepreneurs Turn Stories Into Authority, Books & Speaking Stages with Porsche Mysticque Steele
Jan. 5, 2026

How Entrepreneurs Turn Stories Into Authority, Books & Speaking Stages with Porsche Mysticque Steele

In this episode of The Creative Entrepreneur Podcast, Chicago-based media strategist Julie Lokun, JD, and publishing executive Dominick Domasky sit down with award-winning book coach and TEDx speaker Porsche Mysticque Steele to explore how entrepreneurs transform personal stories into books, stages…
How Entrepreneurs Can Avoid Burnout: Energy Management and Sustainable Success in 2026 with Julie Lokun
Dec. 30, 2025

How Entrepreneurs Can Avoid Burnout: Energy Management and Sustainable Success in 2026 with Julie Lokun

In this solo episode of The Creative Entrepreneur Podcast, Julie Lokun, JD shares a powerful approach to intentional goal setting for creative entrepreneurs who want success without burnout. Learn how focusing on one personal goal and one professional goal can help you protect your energy, gain cla…
Business Growth, Storytelling, and Risk-Taking for Entrepreneurs with Julie Lokun and Dominick Domasky
Dec. 26, 2025

Business Growth, Storytelling, and Risk-Taking for Entrepreneurs with Julie Lokun and Dominick Domasky

In this episode of The Creative Entrepreneur Podcast, Julie Lokun, JD and entrepreneur Dominick Domasky break down how storytelling, community, and calculated risk-taking drive sustainable business growth. Entrepreneurs will learn how to balance income-generating activities with purpose, family, an…
Sales Lessons Every Entrepreneur Can Learn from Bartending with Neil Rogers
Dec. 22, 2025

Sales Lessons Every Entrepreneur Can Learn from Bartending with Neil Rogers

In this episode of The Creative Entrepreneur Podcast, Julie Lokun and Dominic Domasky sit down with Neil Rogers, author of Bar Tips: Everything I Needed to Know in Sales I Learned Behind the Bar, to explore how bartending teaches powerful sales, communication, and people-reading skills. Neil shares…
How To Network And Grow Your Business With Dominick Domasky and Julie Lokun
Dec. 18, 2025

How To Network And Grow Your Business With Dominick Domasky and Julie Lokun

In this episode of the Creative Entrepreneur Podcast, Julie Lokun and Dom Domasky break down how entrepreneurs can network effectively in 2025 by blending online communities with powerful in-person connections. They share practical, no-pitch networking strategies, real-world examples, and why relat…
Pay to Play: How to Invest in Your Business and Thrive in Today’s Economy with Julie Lokun
Dec. 15, 2025

Pay to Play: How to Invest in Your Business and Thrive in Today’s Economy with Julie Lokun

The economy is tight, organic reach is shrinking, and hoping for the next client is no longer a strategy. In this solo episode, Julie Lokun breaks down why paying to play is the new normal and exactly how entrepreneurs can invest smarter, stay visible, and grow their business even in uncertain time…
Jim Kwik on Becoming Limitless: How to Learn Faster, Think Sharper, and Build a Purpose-Driven Life
Dec. 10, 2025

Jim Kwik on Becoming Limitless: How to Learn Faster, Think Sharper, and Build a Purpose-Driven Life

In Part Two of my interview with Jim Kwik, we explore the power of cognitive flexibility, accelerated learning, and why understanding how to think is the real competitive advantage in today’s world. Jim also shares his journey from early learning struggles to becoming a global educator, offering in…
From the White House to Your House: Admiral Garry Hall on Becoming a High-Impact Leader
Dec. 8, 2025

From the White House to Your House: Admiral Garry Hall on Becoming a High-Impact Leader

In this episode of The Creative Entrepreneur, Admiral Garry Hall shares leadership insights drawn from his journey as a naval aviator, Rear Admiral, and Former National Security Advisor to the President, offering entrepreneurs a clear blueprint for leading with integrity, purpose, and resilience. T…
How to Craft a Powerful Brand Message with The Message Master, Glenn Rudin
Dec. 1, 2025

How to Craft a Powerful Brand Message with The Message Master, Glenn Rudin

This episode of The Creative Entrepreneur Podcast features branding expert Glenn Rudin, The Message Master, who shares powerful strategies for crafting clear, compelling, and consistent messaging that helps entrepreneurs stand out and sell. Julie Lokun and Dominick Domasky guide a dynamic conversat…
4 Questions to Ask Before Chasing Your Next Shiny Object  with Emily Aborn
Nov. 18, 2025

4 Questions to Ask Before Chasing Your Next Shiny Object with Emily Aborn

In this episode, Emily Aborn shares four key questions creative entrepreneurs should ask themselves before taking on new projects or opportunities, helping them ensure their choices align with their goals, time, and capacity. She emphasizes the importance of making decisions that feel genuinely rig…
Write, Publish and Sell Your Book with Alexa Bigwarfe
Nov. 10, 2025

Write, Publish and Sell Your Book with Alexa Bigwarfe

A raw, inspiring conversation on transforming personal hardship into a purpose-driven publishing business—and using a book as a powerful engine for credibility, community, and revenue. You’ll get a clear, actionable roadmap to write with intention, publish professionally, avoid predatory traps, and…
How to Overcome Writer’s Block and Create Content That Converts with Emily Aborn
Oct. 27, 2025

How to Overcome Writer’s Block and Create Content That Converts with Emily Aborn

This episode explores how entrepreneurs can overcome writer’s block and create content that genuinely connects and converts. Perfect for small business owners, coaches, podcasters, and creative professionals, it offers practical strategies for authentic storytelling, audience engagement, and buildi…