Creative Courage: The Creative Business Podcast

Are you a creative business owner? Do you ever feel like you’ve got more to give or that there’s a bigger impact you could make? Creative Courage is a creative business podcast hosted by award-winning coach, author, and speaker, Matt Essam. Matt explores the internal battles we all face as creative business owners. From the fear of launching to the anxiety we face around our life purpose, Creative Courage is the first podcast series that will dive deep into the physiology of courage and its key part in our success as business owners, leaders and creatives. Each week, we bring you expert insights and proven strategies from inspiring entrepreneurs and thought leaders who have conquered their creative challenges. If you’re ready to elevate your creative journey and unlock your full potential, so that you can make more impact, win better clients and ultimately be proud of what you’ve built, then subscr

Creative Courage: The Creative Business Podcast is a arts podcast hosted by Matt Essam, with 125 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Matt Essam hosts Creative Courage: The Creative Business Podcast, a arts show with 125 episodes published.

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  Episode #124

  Create a new reality by moving through 'the gap'

  Sep 29, 202619 minS2

  Have you ever found yourself in that weird in-between space between familiarity and a new compelling future? You know there is more available to you, but it's difficult to let go of the comfort and familiarity of your current reality. In this episode I explore “the gap”. The scary space between the life you know and the one you want. I then break down three key principles for closing the gap and moving into that new reality. Whether it's raising your prices, changing industry or leaving a relationship, we all face the gap at some point. This podcast will give you the tools and strategies to navigate it. Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattessam/ Apply to work with me 1:1

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  Episode #123

  Dominate LinkedIn in 2026 with Maria Ledentsova

  Sep 23, 202639 minS2

  If LinkedIn still feels like an enigma, this episode is for you. I sit down with Maria Ledenstova in Hyde Park to unpack how she grew 40k+ followers and now gets steady inbound clients and brand opportunities. We break down exactly how she has done it and how you can aply it to your business. We cover: How to show up authentically without being cringe What to post and when The importance of finding purpose And so much more. If you found this episode useful, please share it with a friend. Connect with Maria on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marialeden/ Work with me 1:1 to grow your creative business here: https://matt-essam.notion.site/A-Private-Invitation-To-Work-With-Me-1-1-3ce1bfbff88681f5b880c4ee39c210cb?source=copy_link

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  Episode #122

  Be The Top 1%: Two Simple Moves Every Founder Must Make

  Sep 16, 202617 minS2

  If you are still pitching with your experience and portfolio, you need to listen to this episode. I had a crazy experience the other day. I posted on LinkedIn asking for help writing some case studies, and I was inundated with DM's. What blew my mind was that not a single person led with any value. They all just shared their experience and portfolio. In 2026, this only gets you drowned out in the noise. It won't win high-value clients, and you are probably leaving thousands on the table. Instead, you must lead with value and insight. The right clients have more money than time; they won’t DIY; they’ll pay for someone who’s showing how it’s done. You must give away your best ideas and thinking before you pitch I break down the exact approach in this episode and what I would have done differently. PS: If you are looking for help landing higher-value clients, you can apply to work with me here: https://social.mattessam.co.uk/coaching-linkedIn

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  Episode #121

  Stop sending proposals - do this instead

  Sep 9, 202614 minS2

  Do you remember the feeling of sending the proposal and then patiently waiting to see if you won the project? What if you never had to feel like that again, and there was a better way... In this episode, I break down why PDF proposals lose projects and what to do instead. I talk about framing, uncovering the real objections and moving people from "let me think about it" to "When do we start?" You can also grab a copy of my One Page Sales Framework which has been used by hundreds of creative founders to close more deals and raise prices. Send me a message on LinkedIn and I will send you a copy back

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  Episode #120

  Finally Eliminate Procrastination By Making Friends With Your Inner Child

  Sep 2, 202637 minS2

  What would it be like if you could eliminate procrastination by improving the relationship with your inner child? Sounds like a strange concept right? That's exactly what happened to Lucio in this session. This episode pulls back the curtain on a real coaching session. What starts as business stress quickly becomes something deeper: a childhood wound, a lonely 6‑year‑old, and a surprisingly simple way to reconnect that unlocks confidence and better decisions. It’s honest, intimate, and practical. You’ll hear the moment Lucio meets that younger part of himself, the 5‑minute practice he commits to, and how a week later things have already shifted. Stick around; this one feels like a chat with a friend that actually helps. Connect with Lucio on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucio-di-giacinti/ Connect with Matt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattessam/ Apply to work with me 1:1: https://social.mattessam.co.uk/coaching

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