Creators That Crush
Creating isn't just hard—it's one of the hardest things you can do. There's no step-by-step guide, no guarantees, and no one telling you what to do. For creators, the biggest challenges often lie outside their craft: navigating self-doubt, battling burnout, and pushing through the frustration of slow progress. That's where 'Creators That Crush' comes in. Hosted by certified high-performance coach Shawn Buttner, this show helps you tackle what's holding you back—perfectionism, fear of failure, and overwhelm—so you can thrive sustainably as a creator. Through actionable advice and personal insights, Shawn breaks down the four key areas of creative success: positive psychology, punchy physiology, purposeful productivity, and persuasive people skills. Whether you're seeking to reignite your creative spark, build healthier habits, or overcome imposter syndrome, you'll discover the tools needed to build the life and career you've been working toward. Subscribe today to cut through the chaos, master your craft, and enjoy the process!
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Feel like you're creating but your content isn’t landing? The solution could be as simple as treating your content like a product. Not sure what that means? In this episode, Diana Ordoñez explains how to define the “job” of your content, clarify your audience, and create content that connects. You’ll learn a simple ex
If your publishing feels heavy, your positioning probably is. In this episode, Shawn shows professional creators how to define their audience using AAM—Audience, Aspiration, Method—and a 10-second one-liner you can actually say out loud. When AAM is crisp, creation gets easier, outreach lands, and platform changes don’
You know your stuff... so why are you still struggling as a creator? Are you undervaluing your work or confused about your message? In this episode, branding coach Christine Blosdale breaks down how confidence (not talent) is holding you back and what it takes to own your expert power. If you're afraid to charge more f
The Three Transformations of Creators, 9 Things to Improve The Show, And 3 Things To Solve It. | Episode 30
Most creators are told the answer to slow growth is more output, more tactics, or more courses. But what if the real breakthrough comes from looking inward? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my own podcast and walking you through the nine things I believe are wrong with Creators That Crush. From a name
Remember when podcasting used to be fun? If you're feeling uninspired or like your show is running on autopilot, you may be due for a creative reset. Kev Michael of Grow the Show is a podcast growth expert, but even he found himself stuck in the 7-year creator burnout cycle. In this episode, he shares what he did to ge
Free Strategy Session: If you want help breaking through creative burnout, grab a free 30-minute strategy call at www.shawnbuttner.com/30 ------- You were the creative star — the ideas, the voice, the energy that made it all happen. But somewhere along the way, success turned your spark into caution. And here’s the tru
