A few months ago, Edward had over $30,000 worth of his camera gear stolen. In this episode, Paul and Ed talk about how it all went down to the frustrating aftermath of police reports, insurance claims, and trying to rebuild. Sometimes setbacks are inevitable, but how you bounce back and overcome the challenges is what counts. Hope you enjoy this story time that includes a few laughs and practical pieces of advice for anyone going through a sudden hardship.Connect with us on InstagramEdward Lee: https://www.instagram.com/edwardleefilms/Paul Weaver: https://www.instagram.com/paulwheatthins/Subscribe to our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@midconvo
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Starting a Studio and Working With Adidas (with Alina Tsvor) - 092
In this episode, we sit down with Alina Tsvor, a Chicago-based commercial photographer and creative director. She’s worked on set with global brands such as Adidas, Nike, Wilson, Chicago Bulls, and more. We unpack her journey from posting passion projects on Instagram to building a community focused photography studio and landing major brand partnerships. If you are looking for a good story, actionable advice, and inspiration to pursue your passion, you’ll want to give this one a listen.Follow Alina:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alinatsvorConnect with Paul & Ed:Edward Lee: https://www.instagram.com/edwardleefilms/Paul Weaver: https://www.instagram.com/paulwheatthins/Subscribe to our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@midconvo
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The Art of Asking Questions - 091
Season 2 Chicago is here! In this episode, we dive into one of the most underrated tools in a creative freelancer’s toolkit: asking the right questions. In many ways, this can make or break your success. We break it down into three categories: credibility, learning, and filtering questions and share how each one can improve your conversations with decision makers or when networking with others. Connect with us on InstagramEdward Lee: https://www.instagram.com/edwardleefilms/Paul Weaver: https://www.instagram.com/paulwheatthins/Subscribe to our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@midconvo
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Here’s How The Podcast Season Went - 090
Thats a wrap on Season 1 in Toronto! In this closing episode, we discuss what we learned from this season and how we're feeling about the podcast. We appreciate everyone who has tuned in for this season of the podcast and we can't wait to keep it going. Can you guess which city is next?Connect with us on InstagramEdward Lee: https://www.instagram.com/edwardleefilms/Paul Weaver: https://www.instagram.com/paulwheatthins/Subscribe to our YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@midconvo
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Rediscovering Your Creativity (with Chris Hau) - 089
How do you balance all the creative highs and lows that come with being a freelance creative? In this episode, Toronto based creative, Chris Hau, shares his thoughts on the current landscape of the content economy. He also dives into topics covering mental health, business, and mindset.
Follow Chris:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrishau
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thechrishau
Connect with Paul & Ed:
Edward Lee: https://www.instagram.com/edwardleefilms/
Paul Weaver: https://www.instagram.com/paulwheatthins/
Subscribe to our YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@midconvo
Tune into the middle of the conversation between creatives, freelancers, and entrepreneurs who discuss how to achieve success in your business. Hosted by Edward Lee and Paul Weaver.
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