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These are all questions I asked after having a viral YouTube video and a successful business. I had achieved all that I wanted and I felt empty. I was winning at life, but had lost my purpose in Christ. 

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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Is it possible to choose to be thankful? Is our lack of gratitude slowing us down?  On today's midday motivation, I want to talk about being thankful when you don't feel like it. Especially when you don't feel like it. There's an element of gratitude and these and we know from so many psychological studies and even spiritual studies, that gratitude has a way of getting us out of our funk. It gets us off of staring at ourself and everything that's going on, and it causes us to be grateful for the things that God's blessed us with.</p><p> I don't know about you, but I do not always feel joyful. I don't always pray and I'm not thankful in all circumstances. But I do know that when I initiate those feelings, and I step into them, and I choose to feel that way, or I try my best to operate from that place, things get a little bit better. You can remind yourself of a truth or reality that kind of helps pull you out of your situation. </p><p>"Always be joyful, never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you who belong to Christ Jesus" 1 Thessalonians 5:16-8 </p><p>Gratitude does that for me to be thankful for things when I'm in my own funk or focused on my own self. When that trigger happens of anxiety, fear, worry your insecurity, you can think of that meditation or that prayer, and just for a moment, it might just lift you above that circumstance and allow you to see it differently.<br /> </p>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Do you feel like you can't ever remember anything? I used to complain about this myself. With all the ideas, the vision, even small thoughts of creativity, what are we to do when they seem to pass us by sometimes. I think it's super important to write everything down. Today, I want to share some practical ways that you can get these ideas from your head onto paper. </p><p>Although I truly do have good memory. I was choosing to make it harder on myself by not creating organization around my way of life. I was opening the door to forgetting things and prolonging the implementation of these new ideas. I was doing what many of us unknowingly do when it comes to productivity and life rhythm. I was chasing the adrenaline of hustle culture and taking pride in the way I was running my life in business.</p><p>To steward plans and thoughts is to value ourselves and all the beautiful things God has placed in us. This will not feel natural at first, but the more you do it, you will quickly see the fruit. I'm not asking you to change your personality or how you work. I'm simply telling you, what's working for me and how to create practices and rhythms around who you are and how you operate.</p><p>There are those moments where you're feeling very creative. You've got that adrenaline rush and you need to get some of these thoughts out of your mind and put them on paper. You don't have to use all those ideas. You don't have to implement every thing that you write down on paper, but by doing it, it gets a lot of those thoughts out of the clutter onto paper where you can see them and allows you to go into the rest of your day into the rest of your week with a clear and open mind.</p><p>Subscribe the Flow Youtube Channel: <a href="https://bit.ly/3NKR0dW">https://bit.ly/3NKR0dW</a></p><p>5 Ways To Improve Your Morning Routine: (Free Challenge) <a href="https://bit.ly/397PZOB">https://bit.ly/397PZOB</a></p><p>Watch Write Everything Down Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DTFlmEfpuw">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DTFlmEfpuw</a></p><p> </p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you feel like you can't ever remember anything? I used to complain about this myself. With all the ideas, the vision, even small thoughts of creativity, what are we to do when they seem to pass us by sometimes. I think it's super important to write everything down. Today, I want to share some practical ways that you can get these ideas from your head onto paper. </p><p>Although I truly do have good memory. I was choosing to make it harder on myself by not creating organization around my way of life. I was opening the door to forgetting things and prolonging the implementation of these new ideas. I was doing what many of us unknowingly do when it comes to productivity and life rhythm. I was chasing the adrenaline of hustle culture and taking pride in the way I was running my life in business.</p><p>To steward plans and thoughts is to value ourselves and all the beautiful things God has placed in us. This will not feel natural at first, but the more you do it, you will quickly see the fruit. I'm not asking you to change your personality or how you work. I'm simply telling you, what's working for me and how to create practices and rhythms around who you are and how you operate.</p><p>There are those moments where you're feeling very creative. You've got that adrenaline rush and you need to get some of these thoughts out of your mind and put them on paper. You don't have to use all those ideas. You don't have to implement every thing that you write down on paper, but by doing it, it gets a lot of those thoughts out of the clutter onto paper where you can see them and allows you to go into the rest of your day into the rest of your week with a clear and open mind.</p><p>Subscribe the Flow Youtube Channel: <a href="https://bit.ly/3NKR0dW">https://bit.ly/3NKR0dW</a></p><p>5 Ways To Improve Your Morning Routine: (Free Challenge) <a href="https://bit.ly/397PZOB">https://bit.ly/397PZOB</a></p><p>Watch Write Everything Down Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DTFlmEfpuw">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DTFlmEfpuw</a></p><p> </p>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Are you the biggest fish in a small pond? Here's the truth, it feels really good to be the person in the room that knows everything and has the most experience. BUT where do you go from there? On today's MidDay Motivation, I want to speak about what it's like growing into a new space and why you need to be willing to grow. </p><p>After seven years of being a videographer in the wedding industry, I kind of reached this wall where I realized, I'm a big fish in a small pond. As we started to step into creating YouTube content, podcasting, I felt like I was starting at zero again. I had no idea what to do. I was completely lost. To be honest, I forgot how hard it was to start something at zero. I went from being a big fish in a small pond to being a small fish in a big pond.</p><p>The beauty of that is there's a huge opportunity for learning and growth! </p><p>Getting around people or fish for lack of better examples, that are bigger than us and better than us can be so beneficial! They've accomplished more than us, lived longer than us, and maybe have wisdom in an area that we don't have. We grow by being around people. You realize that things aren't quite as scary as you thought, when you go to write that book, start the business, or jumpstart that next idea, you begin to take those steps into those areas. </p><p>We want to be in a place where we are willing to grow and can progress as a human, as a creator, as an artist. To say, I'm willing to not be the biggest so I can learn from others and progress at my own pace. </p><p>"As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend." Proverbs 27:17 </p><p>Subscribe the Flow Youtube Channel: <a href="https://bit.ly/3NKR0dW">https://bit.ly/3NKR0dW</a></p><p>5 Ways To Improve Your Morning Routine: (Free Challenge) <a href="https://bit.ly/397PZOB">https://bit.ly/397PZOB</a></p><p>Midday Motivation is a short thought that will help motivate you throughout the day. It's my hope to encourage you in 5 minutes or less!</p>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>How much productivity is too much productivity? Is our drive to be productive 24/7 be hurting us? Productivity in business is a piece of you, it's not all of you. We all see those videos on YouTube telling you how to increase your productivity. They can be motivational but a lot of times these people are out of control with productivity. Today, I want to talk about what these productivity YouTubers get wrong.</p><p>Contrary to what hustle culture will tell you, sometimes you have to slow down to speed up. Sometimes you have to slow down and press pause to even figure out what you're doing. There are times that we need to push through, but there are other times when we just need to take a breather.</p><p>Many of us are so productivity prone that we have to step outside of that and realize that free space is a good thing. Free space is creative space!  I think we need to differentiate being lazy and embracing free time. Give yourself permission to have that free space in your life. Even small pockets of free and alone time in your day will leave you feeling refreshed and ready to get things done!</p><p>We need to extend and receive grace for the things that we may not get right. Growing a business is something I do, it's not who I am. As followers of Jesus we have to create space for God to move in our life. And be willing to be interrupted. We are to make a positive impact on the world around us with what we have been given. </p><p>Click to watch the video version of this podcast: <a href="https://youtu.be/RsMGP8XF6ik">https://youtu.be/RsMGP8XF6ik</a></p><p>Subscribe the Flow Youtube Channel: <a href="https://bit.ly/3NKR0dW">https://bit.ly/3NKR0dW</a></p><p>5 Ways To Improve Your Morning Routine: (Free Challenge) <a href="https://bit.ly/397PZOB">https://bit.ly/397PZOB </a></p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>How much productivity is too much productivity? Is our drive to be productive 24/7 be hurting us? Productivity in business is a piece of you, it's not all of you. We all see those videos on YouTube telling you how to increase your productivity. They can be motivational but a lot of times these people are out of control with productivity. Today, I want to talk about what these productivity YouTubers get wrong.</p><p>Contrary to what hustle culture will tell you, sometimes you have to slow down to speed up. Sometimes you have to slow down and press pause to even figure out what you're doing. There are times that we need to push through, but there are other times when we just need to take a breather.</p><p>Many of us are so productivity prone that we have to step outside of that and realize that free space is a good thing. Free space is creative space!  I think we need to differentiate being lazy and embracing free time. Give yourself permission to have that free space in your life. Even small pockets of free and alone time in your day will leave you feeling refreshed and ready to get things done!</p><p>We need to extend and receive grace for the things that we may not get right. Growing a business is something I do, it's not who I am. As followers of Jesus we have to create space for God to move in our life. And be willing to be interrupted. We are to make a positive impact on the world around us with what we have been given. </p><p>Click to watch the video version of this podcast: <a href="https://youtu.be/RsMGP8XF6ik">https://youtu.be/RsMGP8XF6ik</a></p><p>Subscribe the Flow Youtube Channel: <a href="https://bit.ly/3NKR0dW">https://bit.ly/3NKR0dW</a></p><p>5 Ways To Improve Your Morning Routine: (Free Challenge) <a href="https://bit.ly/397PZOB">https://bit.ly/397PZOB </a></p>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2022 13:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I want to talk to people who feel frustrated or disappointed with some area of your life. When you get in a tough spot, it's easy to begin to hyper fixate on your issues. It's important to remember that whatever you're going through is just a season. </p><p>Seasons change with time and cycles change when you do. A season is only going to change with time. </p><p>"Know the importance of the season you’re in and a wise son you will be. But what a waste when an incompetent son sleeps through his day of opportunity!" Proverbs 10:5 </p><p>When you take time to slow down, you realize there's something in this season for you to receive and give.</p><p>Take The 7 Day Social Media Detox Challenge: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXJBbDBmbkprY3JjUm9Mb25PTWEyOG52S1RBQXxBQ3Jtc0tsTzZDTXp3bFZoUDFRSGNDeUtkYm5RWkdRX3QyNmkzbzRuRkVYRlVVcUs4RExEQllYeVFxUENLUXVxY3VLU3IzM1RtaVhkVVJEQkJtMm45bjJlbGtXLUVVNFZ4dDlkbjctUGplbjNDejBsbk0zYmFmMA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F3K3Gv3w&v=8uF-ls3mYSM" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3K3Gv3w</a></p><p>5 Ways To Improve Your Morning Routine: (Free Challenge) <a href="https://bit.ly/397PZOB">https://bit.ly/397PZOB</a></p><p>Subscribe to the NEW Flow Youtube Channel: <a href="https://bit.ly/3NKR0dW">https://bit.ly/3NKR0dW</a></p><p>Book a coaching call with me: <a href="https://bit.ly/3QKc5b0">https://bit.ly/3QKc5b0</a></p><p>Midday Motivation is a short thought that will help motivate you throughout the day. It's my hope to encourage you in 5 minutes or less! These are exclusive to the podcast only so be sure to subscribe!</p>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Recently i've really tried to narrow down my morning routine. I used to start the day by taking on my biggest task. This lead to frustration because i'd still be working hours later having completed nothing. </p><p>I realized that I need small wins to start the day. A small win is taking your to do list for the day and starting with the smaller tasks. Small wins put winds in your sails. Fear is often times the thing that keeps me from moving forward. </p><p>The more I accomplish, the more I silence fear. No matter what you do, you can take this concept of small wins and implement it into your everyday life.</p><p>💌 Sign up for my free community! <a href="https://www.jordanhawkins.com/join">https://www.jordanhawkins.com/join</a></p><p>Take The 7 Day Reset Challenge: <a href="https://bit.ly/3K3Gv3w">https://bit.ly/3K3Gv3w</a>  </p><p>5 Ways To Improve Your Morning Routine: <a href="https://bit.ly/397PZOB">https://bit.ly/397PZOB</a></p><p>Book a coaching call with me: <a href="https://bit.ly/3QKc5b0">https://bit.ly/3QKc5b0</a></p>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>I can't tell you what your life would be like if you had a healthy relationship with your phone and social media. What I can promise you is that it would be better. If you're like me, you're tired of digital world and ready to make a change. After over 1 million people viewed my "Life without social media" youtube video, I couldn't figure out what was next. </p><p>I knew we all needed a next step, so here it is. A 7 day challenge to step away from social media to focus on your most important asset, YOU! During the next 7 days, I've cultivated a plan for you to create quiet space in your mind and spirit. In our hustle culture, it's easier to just continue on frustrated and empty than to pause, reset and refill. I've created 7 days of videos and a downloadable PDF to guide you every step of the way!</p><p>📝 Join The Social Media Detox Challenge: <a href="https://bit.ly/3K3Gv3w" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3K3Gv3w</a></p><p>Back in 2019, I deleted my Instagram of over 4,000 followers. I was spending SO much time on the app dealing with comparison and rarely spending any time alone. As a photographer people told me this was my "business card" and deleting it would be a terrible decision. After getting rid of social media, I was able to focus more clearly on my tasks, goals, and vision for my life. </p><p>One of the greatest fears of taking time off social media is the belief that you'll be more alone. Today is the day to shut out that voice of insecurity. You are not alone, there are millions of people around the world looking to take back their peace. If for a moment you are alone, you have so much to offer the world and yourself. You are unique and one of a kind, so don't be afraid of that person we've been conditioned into fearing. </p><p>The quiet spaces are waiting, the new day is here, let go of the fear and become who you were always meant to be!</p><p>Youtube Trailer: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VAIMGuzBHM0">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VAIMGuzBHM0</a></p><p>Book a coaching call with me: <a href="https://bit.ly/3QKc5b0">https://bit.ly/3QKc5b0</a></p>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 21 Apr 2022 13:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>We often feel the struggle with staying inspired in our life. We started on the path of growth, but somehow we're now just getting by. This quote started me on the path of realizing that I needed a reset in certain areas of my life. "Everything works better when you unplug it, including you." The world doesn't celebrate rest so how do we begin to take time for ourself in the midst of hustle culture? We have to start by realizing that taking time to rest is easier than we think. </p><p>As much as i'd recommend a 24 hour sabbath, it's not realistic for most of us to start there. Rest is not doing nothing, it's doing something that fills you up. To be alone with yourself is to be at peace with God. Not just being alone, but actually unplugging from the world and putting down our phones and distractions. We often avoid silence and alone time because we're not sure of what we'll find. Our emotions and feelings bubble up in moments of silence. </p><p>We also take the time to journal and remember all we're called to do in life. It causes us to face the realities of the things that matter most. Part of this starts with learning to say no. We have to set healthy boundaries and create space for ourselves to rest and refill. </p><p>We all have a mind, body and soul. I've realized that most of us are not good at one of these. For me, I neglected my body for many years. I realize now that a healthy focus on all 3 of these things creates a balance and wholeness that's needed to be at peace.</p><p>Book a coaching call with me: <a href="https://bit.ly/3QKc5b0">https://bit.ly/3QKc5b0</a></p><p>💌 Sign up for my free community! <a href="https://www.jordanhawkins.com/join">https://www.jordanhawkins.com/join</a></p><p>Receive videos, blogs and challenges from me in your inbox! 😊</p><p> </p>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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      <link>http://www.themakersgrind.com</link>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We often feel the struggle with staying inspired in our life. We started on the path of growth, but somehow we're now just getting by. This quote started me on the path of realizing that I needed a reset in certain areas of my life. "Everything works better when you unplug it, including you." The world doesn't celebrate rest so how do we begin to take time for ourself in the midst of hustle culture? We have to start by realizing that taking time to rest is easier than we think. </p><p>As much as i'd recommend a 24 hour sabbath, it's not realistic for most of us to start there. Rest is not doing nothing, it's doing something that fills you up. To be alone with yourself is to be at peace with God. Not just being alone, but actually unplugging from the world and putting down our phones and distractions. We often avoid silence and alone time because we're not sure of what we'll find. Our emotions and feelings bubble up in moments of silence. </p><p>We also take the time to journal and remember all we're called to do in life. It causes us to face the realities of the things that matter most. Part of this starts with learning to say no. We have to set healthy boundaries and create space for ourselves to rest and refill. </p><p>We all have a mind, body and soul. I've realized that most of us are not good at one of these. For me, I neglected my body for many years. I realize now that a healthy focus on all 3 of these things creates a balance and wholeness that's needed to be at peace.</p><p>Book a coaching call with me: <a href="https://bit.ly/3QKc5b0">https://bit.ly/3QKc5b0</a></p><p>💌 Sign up for my free community! <a href="https://www.jordanhawkins.com/join">https://www.jordanhawkins.com/join</a></p><p>Receive videos, blogs and challenges from me in your inbox! 😊</p><p> </p>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to Part 2 of the "Life Without Social Media" Conversation. Taking steps back from social media has completely transformed my life, mental health, and business. I deleted TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat & Instagram this past year. </p><p>My biggest fear was that I wouldn't be known or that I wouldn't be able to make a difference in the world if I wasn't constantly online. I sat down to share a few of the things I've learned since leaving the social media world. After our video "A Year Without Social Media" went viral, I realized how many people are miserable and connect with the message of finding contentment again. </p><p>With the release of the Social Dilemma and other content, I know there is a rising conversation regarding how technology affects our lives. Learning to be present and finding alone time has helped me control the worry and anxiety that I've dealt with all of my life.</p><p>We do so much for others, but I believe in this new year it's time that we start prioritizing ourselves. We can't pour if we're empty and we surely can't help people if all of our attention is on a device.</p><p>Sign Up for my FREE email list: <a href="https://www.jordanhawkins.com/">https://www.jordanhawkins.com/</a></p><p>My secret tips on how to Break Your Phone Addiction: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lmx7_9iGxaw">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lmx7_9iGxaw</a></p><p>A Year Without Social Media: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2iQaxvqVGSM">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2iQaxvqVGSM</a></p><p>Book a coaching call with me: <a href="https://bit.ly/3QKc5b0">https://bit.ly/3QKc5b0</a></p>
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<p>In this episode, I'm joined by my summer intern James Hall as we discuss a wide range of topics that we will share in an upcoming show.</p>
<p>Click the link to subscribe to our youtube channel for more business content like this: https://bit.ly/2YVCgVj</p>
<p>The business book I mentioned: https://amzn.to/2ejEhkZ</p>
<p>My Website: https://bit.ly/2ZgJwpR</p>
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<p>In this episode, I'm joined by my summer intern James Hall as we discuss a wide range of topics that we will share in an upcoming show.</p>
<p>Click the link to subscribe to our youtube channel for more business content like this: https://bit.ly/2YVCgVj</p>
<p>The business book I mentioned: https://amzn.to/2ejEhkZ</p>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Check out the video version of this show on YouTube:<br />
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<p>Podcast Graphics &amp; Quotes Folder To Share with Friends and on Social Media!<br />
https://bit.ly/2HEiKDk</p>
<p>In today's episode, we sit down for a conversation with small business owner Justin Hawkins. Justin has spent over 20 years growing and building businesses for other people and now at 40 years old, he's decided to build his own. We recorded this episode live at his beautiful new barbershop in South Carolina.<br />
We discuss how to grow your side hustle, create a unique customer experience and how to build a team. Justin is one of the nicest guys I've ever met and I know his wisdom will add so much value to your life and business!</p>
<p>Check out the Brass Beard Barbershop here:<br />
https://bit.ly/2OmWgqZ</p>
<p>Let's Connect!<br />
Jordan's Instagram:<br />
https://bit.ly/2RWAhwd</p>
<p>View My Website:<br />
https://www.jordanvisuals.com/</p>
<p>The books mentioned in this episode:<br />
https://amzn.to/29slL6S<br />
https://amzn.to/2HzOWYD<br />
https://amzn.to/2FklVN4</p>
<p>Share today's episode with a friend and leave us a review!</p>
<p>Email or DM me with your questions for future shows! jordan@jordanvisuals.com</p>
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<p>Podcast Graphics &amp; Quotes Folder To Share with Friends and on Social Media!<br />
https://bit.ly/2HEiKDk</p>
<p>In today's episode, we sit down for a conversation with small business owner Justin Hawkins. Justin has spent over 20 years growing and building businesses for other people and now at 40 years old, he's decided to build his own. We recorded this episode live at his beautiful new barbershop in South Carolina.<br />
We discuss how to grow your side hustle, create a unique customer experience and how to build a team. Justin is one of the nicest guys I've ever met and I know his wisdom will add so much value to your life and business!</p>
<p>Check out the Brass Beard Barbershop here:<br />
https://bit.ly/2OmWgqZ</p>
<p>Let's Connect!<br />
Jordan's Instagram:<br />
https://bit.ly/2RWAhwd</p>
<p>View My Website:<br />
https://www.jordanvisuals.com/</p>
<p>The books mentioned in this episode:<br />
https://amzn.to/29slL6S<br />
https://amzn.to/2HzOWYD<br />
https://amzn.to/2FklVN4</p>
<p>Share today's episode with a friend and leave us a review!</p>
<p>Email or DM me with your questions for future shows! jordan@jordanvisuals.com</p>
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<p>We discuss what it's like to battle insecurity, live up to expectations and be intentional with people in your life.</p>
<p>www.themakersgrind.com<br />
Contact us: jordan@jordanvisuals.com<br />
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordan_visuals/</p>
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<p>We discuss what it's like to battle insecurity, live up to expectations and be intentional with people in your life.</p>
<p>www.themakersgrind.com<br />
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordan_visuals/</p>
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We discuss what it's like to balance a busy schedule, how to define success and to always care for the people around you.</p>
<p>Here's a link to Dan's work.<br />
www.mattervideo.com<br />
Instagram: @MatterVideo</p>
<p>Contact us: jordan@jordanvisuals.com<br />
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordan_visuals/</p>
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We discuss what it's like to balance a busy schedule, how to define success and to always care for the people around you.</p>
<p>Here's a link to Dan's work.<br />
www.mattervideo.com<br />
Instagram: @MatterVideo</p>
<p>Contact us: jordan@jordanvisuals.com<br />
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordan_visuals/</p>
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<p>Here's a link to the film &quot;Harold&quot; that we referenced in this episode.<br />
https://vimeo.com/214222255<br />
www.withcliff.co</p>
<p>Contact us: jordan@jordanvisuals.com<br />
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordan_visuals/</p>
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<p>We discuss what it's like to be a female filmmaker, the importance of empathy and how to begin creating for good no matter where you are.</p>
<p>Here's a link to the film &quot;Harold&quot; that we referenced in this episode.<br />
https://vimeo.com/214222255<br />
www.withcliff.co</p>
<p>Contact us: jordan@jordanvisuals.com<br />
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordan_visuals/</p>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we recline on the floor for a conversation with filmmaker Orion Yorke. Orion shares with us how we can purchase a mug from waffle house and how to make dope videos that sizzle. He's not just an incredible filmmaker but he also has a youtube channel to help educate other filmmakers in the industry. Check out his work and at the links below.<br />
Instagram: @Orion_Yorke<br />
www.youtube.com/orionyorke</p>
<p>Produced by Jordan Hawkins</p>
<p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordan_visuals/<br />
Contact us here: jordan@jordanvisuals.com</p>
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Instagram: @Orion_Yorke<br />
www.youtube.com/orionyorke</p>
<p>Produced by Jordan Hawkins</p>
<p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordan_visuals/<br />
Contact us here: jordan@jordanvisuals.com</p>
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www.indiaearl.com</p>
<p>Produced by Jordan Hawkins<br />
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordan_visuals/<br />
Contact us here: jordan@jordanvisuals.com</p>
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www.indiaearl.com</p>
<p>Produced by Jordan Hawkins<br />
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordan_visuals/<br />
Contact us here: jordan@jordanvisuals.com</p>
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