https://simplecast.com Never Nine to Five gets on the ground and in the spaces of experienced and dynamic indies to share the paths that led them here and their strategies for succeeding in the new world of work 2021 The Solo Project, LLC en Sat, 19 Feb 2022 16:57:07 +0000 Sat, 19 Feb 2022 16:57:18 +0000 https://never-nine-to-five.simplecast.com https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/9127f885-276e-461f-8de6-fa177f96fe9d/dd1d6b0b-1025-4d04-aae6-1ac831b6956e/3000x3000/solo-podcast-covers2.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://never-nine-to-five.simplecast.com episodic Never Nine to Five gets on the ground and in the spaces of experienced and dynamic indies to share the paths that led them here and their strategies for succeeding in the new world of work The Solo Project, Patrick Mitchell, Nicole Dyer, George Gendron no https://feeds.simplecast.com/w_cdyB5o solopreneurs, career, creatives, freelance, makers, startup, work Patrick Mitchell info@thesoloproject.com d66481c6-4d6d-4dab-b714-fb8beb143a00 Sat, 19 Feb 2022 16:57:07 +0000 info@thesoloproject.com (Katie Toupin, Nicole Dyer, Patrick Mitchell, The Solo Project) https://www.thesoloproject.com/blog/katie-toupin One-Woman Show: Musician Katie Toupin Katie Toupin, Nicole Dyer, Patrick Mitchell, The Solo Project 00:52:06 If you're a musician aspiring to blockbuster success, this conversation with singer-songwriter Katie Toupin (formerly of Houndmouth) is a must-listen. But really, anyone seeking to push their creativity to a new level will draw inspiration here. Toupin speaks candidly about her ascent in the notoriously cut-throat music industry, and her insights can be applied to almost any solo endeavor. If you're a musician aspiring to blockbuster success, this conversation with singer-songwriter Katie Toupin (formerly of Houndmouth) is a must-listen. But really, anyone seeking to push their creativity to a new level will draw inspiration here. Toupin speaks candidly about her ascent in the notoriously cut-throat music industry, and her insights can be applied to almost any solo endeavor. social media, business, spotify, career, streaming, katie toupin, houndmouth, radio, music no full 1 2 511b7287-528f-421a-a603-adafa3880d68 Tue, 30 Nov 2021 16:38:12 +0000 info@thesoloproject.com (The Solo Project, Nicole Dyer, Patrick Mitchell) https://www.thesoloproject.com/blog/stonycreek How to Grow a Life: Farmers Kate & Dan Marsiglio The Solo Project, Nicole Dyer, Patrick Mitchell 00:46:27 This upstate New York couple established Stony Creek Farmstead in 2005 with the simple aspiration of raising a family and living a little lighter on the planet. Their small farm has evolved in surprising ways but their mission endures. “The farm has allowed us to stay independent and lead the life we envisioned for ourselves.” This upstate New York couple established Stony Creek Farmstead in 2005 with the simple aspiration of raising a family and living a little lighter on the planet. Their small farm has evolved in surprising ways but their mission endures. “The farm has allowed us to stay independent and lead the life we envisioned for ourselves.” agritourism, food, rural, farm, agriculture, foodies, farming, small business no full 5 1 593fe50a-479e-4e1b-a9ab-bda58a14a45b Sun, 17 Oct 2021 16:17:01 +0000 info@thesoloproject.com (Nicole Dyer, The Solo Project, Patrick Mitchell) https://www.thesoloproject.com/blog/tommy-ardito Irony Is His Middle Name: Fitness and Pizza Guru Tommy Ardito Nicole Dyer, The Solo Project, Patrick Mitchell 00:42:24 Like many during the pandemic, Brooklyn gym owner Tommy Ardito discovered baking. Ever the entrepreneur, he was soon selling (via Instagram!) pizza from his apartment kitchen. Now known as the “Underground Pizza Boss,” Ardito is about to open a brick-and-mortar to share his artisanal slices citywide. We talked to him about his unstoppable drive and motivation, about fitness (he knows a lot), about the financial predicament facing Millennials, about surviving as a soloist, and, of course, we talk a lot about pizza. Like many during the pandemic, Brooklyn gym owner Tommy Ardito discovered baking. Ever the entrepreneur, he was soon selling (via Instagram!) pizza from his apartment kitchen. Now known as the “Underground Pizza Boss,” Ardito is about to open a brick-and-mortar to share his artisanal slices citywide. We talked to him about his unstoppable drive and motivation, about fitness (he knows a lot), about the financial predicament facing Millennials, about surviving as a soloist, and, of course, we talk a lot about pizza. no full 4 1 83a3c10d-957f-4832-8eae-0afab07898b3 Tue, 7 Sep 2021 22:50:55 +0000 info@thesoloproject.com (Patrick Mitchell) https://www.thesoloproject.com/blog/spike-gillespie-podcast Survival Is a Pre-existing Condition: Author Spike Gillespie Patrick Mitchell 00:38:43 Spike Gillespie walked away from her last office job in 1988, and has been soloing ever since — to great success. The key to her longevity as a soloist? Diversification. Gillespie is a self-described serial entrepreneur. In her four decades of independent work, this Texan-by-way-of-New Jersey has been a journalist, a writer, a wedding and funeral officiant, a rancher, a venue owner, and, in her latest venture, a professional scone maker. In this episode, Gillespie shares candidly about her unconventional career path, her experience soloing as a single parent, and the positive daily habits that sustain her creativity. Spike Gillespie walked away from her last office job in 1988, and has been soloing ever since — to great success. The key to her longevity as a soloist? Diversification. Gillespie is a self-described serial entrepreneur. In her four decades of independent work, this Texan-by-way-of-New Jersey has been a journalist, a writer, a wedding and funeral officiant, a rancher, a venue owner, and, in her latest venture, a professional scone maker. In this episode, Gillespie shares candidly about her unconventional career path, her experience soloing as a single parent, and the positive daily habits that sustain her creativity. no full 3 1 4e6848d5-5c33-4f3b-bd09-64bcfd6748e0 Tue, 7 Sep 2021 22:43:39 +0000 info@thesoloproject.com (The Solo Project, George Gendron, Nicole Dyer, Patrick Mitchell) https://www.thesoloproject.com/blog/kraig-adams In Search of Less: YouTuber Kraig Adams The Solo Project, George Gendron, Nicole Dyer, Patrick Mitchell 00:36:53 Kraig Adams' minimalist-but-mesmerizing travel videos offer a peek into his broader philosophy about living with less stuff. For him, it’s all about simplicity and authenticity. He’s wholly uninterested in making videos to “grow an audience.” But despite that, his YouTube channel already exceeds 650,000 subscribers. It must be working. Kraig Adams' minimalist-but-mesmerizing travel videos offer a peek into his broader philosophy about living with less stuff. For him, it’s all about simplicity and authenticity. He’s wholly uninterested in making videos to “grow an audience.” But despite that, his YouTube channel already exceeds 650,000 subscribers. It must be working. no full 2 1 73c3c5a1-58d3-4559-8626-6c7af8882415 Tue, 7 Sep 2021 22:27:22 +0000 info@thesoloproject.com (Patrick Mitchell, Nicole Dyer, The Solo Project) https://www.thesoloproject.com/blog/jennifer-hoppe The Hollywood Model: TV Writer Jennifer Hoppe Patrick Mitchell, Nicole Dyer, The Solo Project 00:37:19 Jennifer Hoppe is an award-winning film and television writer based in Los Angeles. She has written for hit shows like Nurse Jackie, Damages, and Grace & Frankie. Hoppe is currently producing her own show for Apple TV+, a new series starring Patricia Arquette titled High Desert. In this episode, Hoppe shares candidly about her long and winding ascent to the top of a notoriously competitive industry. Her solo path hasn't been easy: She's been fired from nearly every traditional job she's ever held, flunked out of college, and battled years of drug and alcohol addiction. And yet here she is, more productive than ever and thriving as an independent. We delve into it all: Hoppe's best and worst work habits, how the pandemic has transformed television writing, and general tips on how to survive a lifetime of self-employment. Jennifer Hoppe is an award-winning film and television writer based in Los Angeles. She has written for hit shows like Nurse Jackie, Damages, and Grace & Frankie. Hoppe is currently producing her own show for Apple TV+, a new series starring Patricia Arquette titled High Desert. In this episode, Hoppe shares candidly about her long and winding ascent to the top of a notoriously competitive industry. Her solo path hasn't been easy: She's been fired from nearly every traditional job she's ever held, flunked out of college, and battled years of drug and alcohol addiction. And yet here she is, more productive than ever and thriving as an independent. We delve into it all: Hoppe's best and worst work habits, how the pandemic has transformed television writing, and general tips on how to survive a lifetime of self-employment. yes full 1 1 4eb43996-5425-41bd-a16d-432edf5a8af9 Mon, 5 Jul 2021 14:42:32 +0000 info@thesoloproject.com (George Gendron, Nicole Dyer, Patrick Mitchell, The Solo Project) https://www.thesoloproject.com/blog/never-nine-to-five-a-podcast-for-soloists Never Nine to Five: The Podcast for Soloists George Gendron, Nicole Dyer, Patrick Mitchell, The Solo Project 00:02:40 Never Nine to Five is a new podcast from The Solo Project about the booming population of freelancers, indie professionals, creatives, and free agents. We’re Soloists. This is the Solo Movement. And this is our new world of work. Never Nine to Five is a new podcast from The Solo Project about the booming population of freelancers, indie professionals, creatives, and free agents. We’re Soloists. This is the Solo Movement. And this is our new world of work. business, work, career, entrepreneur, independent, culture, solopreneur, freelance, newworldofwork no trailer 1