Hello! I’m Carrie McConkey

I’m a creative who coaches other creatives, including:
Early to mid-level solopreneurs seeking career guidance
Experienced professionals ready to go out on their own

The Conundrum of Creativity

Creativity is flighty. We wait for the muse… when will she appear?

Creativity is intimidating. The blank canvas is before us… where do we start?

Creativity is elusive. We get a great start on a project, then nothing.

Like many artists, I’ve experienced all of the above.

To access my creativity, I thought:

I needed a cup of tea.
I needed to hold my mouth right.
I needed more talent.

Now, I view things differently.

I pursued creativity for nearly 50 years.

In the process, I realized that creativity is not something to be pursued. It does not exist in a vacuum; it is meant to be put to use and enjoyed. And it’s up to us to nourish, nurture, and grow it.

Today, I believe that creativity

. . . is life-giving.
. . . is within each of us.
. . . is accessible to all.

All creatives can become happier, healthier, and more productive… on their terms.

My Mission

I specialize in five facets of a professional creative’s life:

Vision (Career Discernment)
Although you’re capable of many creative endeavors, it is important to choose the ones that fit your temperament, lifestyle, and values. What projects, processes, and services make you feel the most alive?

Image (Clothing and Appearance)
What you wear communicates your brand, aesthetic, and the way you think. Are you aware of your signature style, and are you using it to motivate others as well as yourself?

Branding (The Personality of Your Business)
Clarifying how your business is perceived sets a solid foundation for your future. If your business had a personality, what would it be? How would it speak? What would it say?

Connections (Networking)
At the heart of every creative’s work is the human connection, and meeting new people is an entryway to give and receive inspiration. Do you look at networking with apprehension or anticipation?

Health (Physical, Spiritual, Professional)
Creatives are like athletes in art: we need a confident mindset, a proper diet of inspiration, dedicated time to practice, and the space to recover. Are you feeling well-rounded in your work? Your life?