Another Live Creative Mixer recorded in Nairobi, Kenya 🇰🇪 with my friend. We discussed the topic ‘Collaboration over Competition & Confidence in Your Craft’.

Talked through how creatives can thrive in today’s fast-evolving creative space. Explored the power of collaboration, mastering your craft, shared values, partnership etiquette, and knowing when to walk away from misaligned collaborations.

I personally shared my experience into building confidence in my work, navigating imposter syndrome, choosing consistency, committing to continuous learning, taking intentional risks, and leaning into community.

A timely reminder that creativity opens doors, but clarity, confidence, and collaboration sustain growth.

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Timestamp:

(0:08) - Talent wins Attention

(2:24) - Learn to Collaborate Smartly

(3:27) - Similar Values Create effective Collaboration

(6:23) - Know Your Role

(8:22) - Bring Value, Not Vibes

(10:26) - Observe Partnership Etiquette - Communicate Early & Clearly

(13:57) - Honour Timeline

(15:10) - Give credit, you won’t die

(17:35) - Collaborate when the vision excites

(18:54) - Walk away, When the energy keeps draining.

(20:15) - Share, don’t gate keep opportunities

(24:05) - Building Confidence in your Craft

(24:55) - Personal Story on Imposter Syndrome

(27:55) - Be Self Aware - Strength & Weakness

(31:11) - Consistent and Continuous Learning

(32:38) - Study People, Industry and Trends

(36:16) -Environment Shapes your confidence

(37:09) - Take a Risk to Grow

(37:35) - Community Creates Accountability

(42:52) - When to Sign a Contract for Collaboration - Q&A

(48:10) - Collaboration & Partnership - Q&A

(52:53) - Closing & Connect with us