Bold voices. Messy journeys. Zero apologies.
A Podcast about Empowering Creatives, Embracing Uniqueness & Redefining Success
Creatively Eccentric is a podcast about radically redefining what it means to be a creative in a world that still prefers conformity — where unapologetically bold, unconventional, and underrepresented creators get real about breaking rules, navigating rejection, and carving out success on their own terms.
Too many creatives feel pressure to fit into narrow industry boxes that don’t reflect who they are.
The creative industry still upholds gatekeeping, homogeneity, and burnout culture.
There’s a lack of platforms that celebrate messy, multi-passionate, neurodivergent, and culturally diverse creators who are doing things differently.
Join Graphic Designer and host Heather Ebanks, who will be offering honest solo reflection episodes, alongside conversations with talented creatives, and practical tools for thriving outside the traditional path.
Creatively Eccentric doesn’t ask you to “find your niche” or play to the algorithm — it encourages you to build a career by being more of yourself.
Bold voices. Messy journeys. Zero apologies.
A Podcast about Empowering Creatives, Embracing Uniqueness & Redefining Success
Creatively Eccentric is a podcast about radically redefining what it means to be a creative in a world that still prefers conformity — where unapologetically bold, unconventional, and underrepresented creators get real about breaking rules, navigating rejection, and carving out success on their own terms.
Too many creatives feel pressure to fit into narrow industry boxes that don’t reflect who they are.
The creative industry still upholds gatekeeping, homogeneity, and burnout culture.
There’s a lack of platforms that celebrate messy, multi-passionate, neurodivergent, and culturally diverse creators who are doing things differently.
Join Graphic Designer and host Heather Ebanks, who will be offering honest solo reflection episodes, alongside conversations with talented creatives, and practical tools for thriving outside the traditional path.
Creatively Eccentric doesn’t ask you to “find your niche” or play to the algorithm — it encourages you to build a career by being more of yourself.
In this episode, I chat with Jeba, founder of Beast Mode Media and BTS Brunch Club, about the realities of building a creative career. We dive into the importance of community, cultural identity, and resilience while unpacking the challenges of balancing authenticity, self-care, and ambition.
Jeba shares her journey, insights on empowering underrepresented creatives, and the beauty in embracing the messy, behind-the-scenes side of creativity.
How do you stay in your creative “beast mode” while keeping it real and avoiding burnout?
Share your thoughts or biggest takeaway from this episode on social media @creativelyeccentric — tag us and join the community of creatives owning their messy journeys and chasing what they love.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Jeba and Her Ventures
03:00 Navigating the Messy Journey of Creativity
05:59 The Beast Mode Mindset
08:59 The Importance of Networking
12:00 Building a Supportive Creative Community
14:54 Empowering New Creatives
18:01 Cultural Identity and Its Impact on Creativity
18:30 Cultural Perspectives on Career Choices
21:25 The Journey to Embracing Creativity
24:27 Self-Care and Avoiding Burnout
27:39 Authenticity in the Age of Social Media
32:16 Behind the Scenes: Creative Chaos
38:22 Inspiration and Empowerment
Mentions:
Jeba Nessa: BTS Brunch Club
UGC & Influencer Management: Beast Mode Media
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