Ep 36. Rebuild a Relationship with Creative Work with Ananya Ohri
What is it like to leave a leadership job that you felt so attached to, and go on your own and explore your creative potential? No one can answer this question better than Ananya Ohri. In this episode, Ananya shares her experience of pivoting from the role of a film festival leader, to a self-employed writer, producer, and arts consultant.
Her journey is a testament to the power of doing deep inner work. We all owe it to ourselves to build and rebuild a healthier relationship with work.
Key Highlights:
- 03:51 Exploring Ananya's Journey
- 07:32 Transitioning Mid Career
- 10:04 The Power of Play
- 14:26 Combatting Creative Exhaustion
- 18:08 Tuning into Intuition
- 21:56 Blending Creativity and Play
- 30:05 Leadership with Impact
- 32:16 Guidance for Creatives who are Considering a Career Pivot
This episode is also available on Youtube. Watch it here:
About the guest:
Ananya is an Arts Management Consultant, Writer and Producer in Toronto. She was the Executive Director at the Regent Park Film Festival (RPFF) for 7 years, where she founded and directed the Lieutenant General Award winning storytelling and preservation project, Home Made Visible. Motivated by her experience programming for school aged children and consuming media alongside her own kids, Ananya is currently Producing/Writing/Creating content for children that centres BIPOC narratives.
Connect with Ananya:
Email: ananya@ananyaohri.com
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/therealananyaohri/?hl=en
Website: http://www.ananyaohri.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ananya-ohri-42337836/
Watch Ananya’s pilot Mixed Up on CBC Kids
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C3oCD8OGO2U
About Betty
Betty Xie is a creative and a career coach for creative. Her 1:1 coaching program has helped photographers, filmmakers, visual artists, arts leaders, and arts consultants to design and implement intentional growth in their practice so that they can make their art and make happier money. Book a free consultant call today here: https://app.practice.do/me/betty-xie/book/fundraising-discovery-call
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The Everyday Talent Podcast is produced by Betty Xie and Benice Detoon.
