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The Type Convo is a podcast that dives into the world of typography, design, and creative journeys. Each episode brings you behind the scenes with top designers and type experts who share insights, challenges, and inspiration from their work. Hosted by SilverStag Type Foundry, this series is perfect for creatives eager to learn from the industry’s most innovative minds. Join us for real conversations that go beyond the surface of design.
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Learn how to create a passive income for your design business so you can reclaim your creative and financial freedom. Passive Income for Designers will teach you how to uncover profitable passive income business ideas, create irresistible products and reach your ideal audience that can't wait to buy what you release. Passive Income for Designer's is hosted by Dustin Lee, owner of RetroSupply, an online marketplace that provided digital design resources for Photoshop and Illustrator.
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11. The Monday Break(Through) 006 - Time to Recharge
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I recently realized how easy it is to get swept up in the whirlwind of the design world, always striving for the next project, the next deadline. But I've learned that true creativity requires moments of pause, moments of disconnection. In this week's Monday Break(Through), I share my own journey toward prioritizing rest and offer insights I've gat…
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10. Timeless Principles of Elliot Jay Stocks
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In this episode of The Type Convo Podcast, I sit down with the multi-talented Elliot Jay Stocks—a creative force whose influence spans over two decades in the world of typography and design. From shaping the evolution of web fonts as the Creative Director of Typekit and Adobe Fonts to publishing acclaimed magazines like Eight Faces and Lagom, Ellio…
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09. The Monday Break(Through) 005 - One Thing No One Tells You About Selling Digital Products
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In this episode of Monday Break(Through), I’m diving into the truth behind selling digital products—what it really takes to succeed and why the idea of “passive income” is one of the biggest myths out there. From Flash templates to WordPress themes, social media assets, and fonts, I’ve spent over 15 years building a career around creating and selli…
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Get ready for a truly inspiring conversation with Sam Parrett, the creative genius behind Set Sail Studios. Sam’s fonts have shaped the visual identities of iconic brands and projects like Netflix, Spotify, Victoria’s Secret, the FIFA World Cup, and even Katy Perry! In this episode of The Type Convo, we dive deep into Sam’s incredible journey—from …
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07. The Monday Break(Through) 004 - The Art of Font Pairing
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Are you struggling with font pairing and feel like it’s more of a headache than it should be? You’re definitely not alone. In this week’s Monday Break(Through), I’m breaking down simple, actionable tips to help you master the art of font pairing—so your typography works for your design, not against it. I’ll share some key principles I’ve learned ov…
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06. The Monday Break(Through) 003 - Why Kindness Is More Powerful Than Criticism
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In this Monday Break(Through) episode, I’m challenging the toxic culture of unnecessary critique and self-doubt in the design world. Let’s talk about why kindness—not criticism—creates stronger creative communities and helps you grow as a designer. Whether it’s dealing with social media negativity or shutting down your inner critic, this episode is…
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05. The Monday Break(Through) 002 - AI vs. Creativity: The Truth About Staying Relevant as a Designer
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In this episode of Monday Break(Through), I dive into one of the biggest debates in the design world: the rise of AI. Will it replace designers, or is there a way to stay ahead? Spoiler: The magic of design lies in the human touch—your creativity, perspective, and personal connection to the work. Tune in to hear why AI is a tool, not a threat, and …
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04. The Monday Break(Through) 001 - Just Start
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Kick off your week with the very first Monday Break(Through) episode of The Type Convo! In just a few minutes, I share a simple yet powerful idea that’s been resonating with me lately—a message of inspiration for anyone looking to take that first step toward their goals. Tune in for a quick dose of motivation and start your week with purpose!…
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In this episode of The Type Convo, I sit down with the bold and innovative designer Cihan Tamti. Known for his groundbreaking work with brands like Nike, Netflix, and Calvin Klein, Cihan shares his journey from a small design community in Germany to the global stage. We dive into his creative process, how he pushes boundaries in typography, and why…
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In this episode of The Type Convo, I sit down with Stacy Terry from Blanc Salvage, a type designer with an inspiring journey from brand design to creating her own unique fonts. We talk about her start in type design, which began with a hand-lettering course she discovered while working as a creative director, and how the challenges of learning kern…
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In the first episode of The Type Convo, I go live for the very first time on Instagram, sharing my story and insights as a type designer with all of you. I talk about my journey, from my early days in website design working with Flash and WordPress, to branding and logo design, and finally discovering my passion for font design. Font creation has b…
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What I Would Do If I Was Starting from Scratch
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A while back, I asked the Passive Income for Designers Facebook group “what is your biggest passive income question?” — and the winner by far was the following question. “If you were starting from scratch today with no list and no friends, how/where would you start?” I thought for quite a while about what I would do. And the answer surprised me a b…
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How Jason Carne Made Over 100K from His Love of Vintage Lettering
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Jason Carne was about to give up his design career to do construction. A string of bad freelance work and the monthly struggle to get by had sucked all the fun out of design. That was when Jason, on a whim, made a small tweak to his business Lettering Library (a subscription for rare vintage lettering books). The result was $15,000 over the course …
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Episode 15 | Your Questions Answered About Creative Market Pro (Featuring Aaron Epstein of Creative Market)
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Creative Market Pro was released last week. The release generated a lot of excitement and for many shop owners a lot of questions. In this exclusive interview, Creative Market CEO Aaron Epstein answers all your questions about the new platform.
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Episode 014 | Interview with Dina Rodriguez
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In this in-depth interview, Dina Rodriguez of LetterShoppe shares her best secrets for creating a full-time passive income, building a loyal following, and standing out in a crowded market.By Dustin Lee
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A lot of people follow trends on sites like Creative Market to make sales. But did you know that almost any well-made product can sell well if you use the tactics discusses in this episode?
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Episode # 012 | How Jeremy Vessey of Hustle Supply Co. Would Build a New Business from Scratch
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This week we’re continuing our two-part interview with Jeremy Vessey of Hustle Supply Co. If you missed last weeks episode I highly recommend going back and listening to that episode first. It will add some context to today's episode. Today, we’re going to dig deeper into Jeremy’s business. We'll talk about: What Jeremy would do if he was building …
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How Hustle Supply Co. founder Jeremy Vessey built a six-figure type foundry
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A lot of designers and creatives assume you need to be a business genius to make a passive income. But the truth is that you just need to practice making a simple shift in your mindset. If you want to make an income online you need to make a habit of carefully studying what sales online and why. In this episode, I talk to Jeremy Vessey, owner of Hu…
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What I Learned About Passive Income in 2016
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I love running my own business and creating digital products. There's always something new to learn. In this episode, I'll share with you the top 11 lessons I learned about creating a passive income in 2016 including the value of partnerships, why sticking to stuff is more important than talent, how to eliminate the stress of running your business …
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How Lisa Glanz Built a Full-Time Income Selling Products on Creative Market
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I’m really excited about today's show. Why? Because I love success stories, especially ones that happen on Creative Market. Creative Market quite literally changed my life and I love hearing about other people that have had a similar experience. Lisa Glanz had a successful career as a graphic designer. But she knew she wanted to do something differ…
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Aaron Epstein shares the secrets of successful Creative Market shops
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I’m really excited about today's guest. He’s the CEO of one of the top design goods sites in the world (and in my opinion easily the best. His name is Aaron Epstein and he’s the CEO of CreativeMarket. I’m excited to share this interview with you because we dig deep. Aaron shares a massive amount of information about making an income on CreativeMark…
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How David O'Hara Built a Best-Selling T-Shirt Company Using Extreme Collaboration
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I met David O'Hara in 2015 while attending Creative South. waiting for a table at Mario's Restaurant and Pub in Columbus, Georgia. I was waiting with a large group for a table at Mario's Restaurant and Pub in Columbus, Georgia - but there wasn't enough room at the table. So David and I decided to have dinner together. This was my first meeting with…
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When you're first starting your passive income business it canbe a challenge to make your first sale. In this episode, I'll share13 proven (and specific) ways you can get those first sales. Choose2-3 of these methods and use them for a few weeks. I promise you'llsee some sales come in!
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How Rocky Roark launched a passive income business over the weekend
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Learn how designer/marketer Rocky Roark launched a passive income business over the weekend. Plus, discover his secrets to raising over $7000 on Kickstarter to create Slap! Stickers, a subscription sticker site. This interview is packed with tons of action-based tips to help you grow your own business fast. If you like what you've been hearing on t…
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How Jeff Finley Helped Pioneer Selling Digital Design Products Online
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Jeff Finley is the co-founders of Go Media Arsenal, one of the first online marketplaces for designers. He's also the co-founder of Weapons of Mass Creation, a beloved design conference in Cleveland, Ohio. In this in-depth interview, you'll learn how Jeff has done such amazing work (and get inspired to create your own big things). Plus, Jeff will s…
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Episode 003 | Making Your First Dollar Online
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I've literally seen hundreds (probably thousands) of designers and would-be entrepreneurs try to start businesses. Want to know what the #1 thing that stops them is? Getting the first product out the door. When it comes down to it, we're all afraid of rejection and failure. So we often sabotage ourselves by never releasing our products. In this epi…
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How Brad Woodard Used Dribbble to Build His First Passive Income Business
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Today's guest is Brad Woodard, who built a full-time passive income businesses by leveraging his Dribbble following. Learn how he did it and used his new found freedom to quit his job, move to Austin, Texas and focus on the work he loves.
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