the creative type: embracing a multi-dimensional journey

I vividly remember my kindergarten teacher going around the room, asking each child, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" When she reached me, I proudly declared, "I want to be an artist!" To my surprise, she gently responded, "Choose something else, dear." Confused by her rejection of my dream, I obediently replied, "Okay, I'll be a teacher!" Little did she know that I had always wanted to be an artist and I was going to be.

Today, I am an artist, defying the limits that teacher imagined for me.

But I'm not just an artist.

I have been an Artist &... an entrepreneur, a marketer, a salesperson, a Director, an Auntie, a Sister, a Daughter... The list goes on.

In 2013/14 the idea for the Creative Practices Institute was born from a personal problem I encountered after graduating with a Fine Art degree. While many of my peers struggled to find relevant jobs, I was fortunate enough to work in an art gallery. However, even with theoretical knowledge, we lacked practical guidance on becoming professional artists.

Thus, the Creative Practices Institute was established, offering gallery and studio space, events, practicum programs, and workshops, all geared towards equipping emerging artists with practical skills led by seasoned professionals.

I have been an Artist &... an Events and Programming Coordinator at eHUB, an entrepreneurship center at the University of Alberta. Here, I collaborated with student entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, witnessing how creativity extends beyond the realm of artists.

I realized that "the creative type" encompasses a wide range of individuals, including entrepreneurs—a breed of creatives that opened my eyes to the world of business.

Fast forward to 2020, and I became an Artist &... a Service Designer, Business Writer, Salesperson, and Business Owner of BKRx Inc., a creative company.

Working at a marketing and design agency, I honed my Service Designer approach, focusing on the user/customer experience holistically. This realization led to the creation of BKRx Inc., where we prioritize the outcome and sustainability of a company, rather than superficial rebranding.

I started my own blog, "Throb," to build a creative community, share insights, and explore what it means to be creative. It serves as a platform to connect with other entrepreneurs and creative individuals, to exchange stories and ideas, and to empower creative people to become leaders in their own right.

Looking back to that kindergarten question, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" I realize now that I don't have to choose just one thing. As an entrepreneur and multi-faceted creative, my journey has been diverse and fulfilling.

I started this blog as a business writer, to share my thoughts and improve my writing skills. It became a way to challenge limiting beliefs and embrace my authentic self.

Through "Throb," I invite dialogue with fellow entrepreneurs and creative minds to explore the power of creativity in our lives and how it can benefit us.

So, what does it mean to be creative? And how can embracing creativity elevate our lives?

Join me on this ever-evolving journey of discovery and empowerment for "the creative type." Let's rise together and become leaders in our unique styles, creating a world where imagination knows no boundaries.