The Causey Consulting Podcast

In this continuation of my journey through Julia Cameron's book The Artist's Way, I'll cover my own experiences with Morning Pages and Artist Dates. ✔️ Sometimes art can be highbrow and cerebral. Other times we just wanna cheer the protagonist and boo the baddie.✔️ We're skeletons in flesh suits on a rock in space. You can afford one night a week to do what YOU want to do.✔️ Taking the time in the morning to sort out your own thoughts is more important than we give it credit for. Links:https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-25th-Anniversary/dp/0143129252 ****Decoding the Unicorn is live on Amazon! Check it out: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DSCS5PZTPlease note: I am not looking for guests for this podcast. If you message me from ihustleandgrindalldayeverydayandobsessovermoney.org, it's an automatic no. You clearly haven't listened to this series or absorbed the point!

5/8/25 • 22:06

How does someone go from the corporate world to fully embracing life as an artist? I can only speak for myself and this is my backstory.In this initial kick-off to my miniseries "From Hustle to Flow: My Artist’s Way Experiment," I peel back the curtain on how I got into staffing & HR work in the first place, what made me good at it, and why I ultimately walked away from the corporate burnout.But this isn’t just about me. This is also about you.Because here’s the deal: if you’re still clinging to the idea that creativity is optional—that it’s only for “artists” with paint under their nails—you’re setting yourself up to fail in the modern economy. The people who thrive now are the ones who can pivot, innovate, and create. Doesn't matter if you're an accountant, a doctor, a carpenter, a barista, etc. Whether you’re in business, tech, HR, or something that doesn’t even have a label yet, creativity isn’t a luxury. It’s survival.In this miniseries, I’ll share my journey through Julia Cameron's book The Artist’s Way and show how unlocking creativity isn’t just about making art—it’s about reclaiming your life.Links:https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-25th-Anniversary/dp/0143129252 ****Decoding the Unicorn is live on Amazon! Check it out: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DSCS5PZT

4/24/25 • 26:26

Do artists have to starve before they "make it?" Are all creative jobs drying up? Is Gen X having a "career meltdown?" Or is everyone having a career meltdown?Key topics:✅ The world itself has changed so much since the 90s. How could the job market NOT change in that same span of time?✅ Are you doing the same thing because you're stuck in a rut? Do you even enjoy what you're doing? Or is it like a familiar safety blanket?✅ Are you living a cliche because you have bought into the stereotypes and limiting beliefs of others?✅ Do you have a game plan if your corporate job disappears? ✅ The human resources department is finna ta be the robot department. ✅ If you are not your source, you are not free. Period. Links:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RPyLvi2gvxEhttps://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/03/28/style/gen-x-creative-work.html?unlocked_article_code=1.7k4.8hhO.hoNk3A21vFg0&smid=url-sharehttps://medium.com/minds-without-borders/make-more-money-by-not-caring-f1c93b84c138****Decoding the Unicorn is live on Amazon! Check it out: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DSCS5PZT

4/10/25 • 31:45

When you're standing at the edge of a big life change—finding a new career, launching a creative dream, starting over—do you go all in and burn the ships, or do you build a long, sturdy bridge to ease the transition?In this episode, I'll explore both approaches to change: the bold, no-turning-back leap and the thoughtful, strategic phase-out. Which one is braver? Which one is wiser? And is it ever really that black and white?Links:https://www.amazon.com/Meant-This-Mindset-Strategy-Impossible/dp/1098351169****Decoding the Unicorn is live on Amazon! Check it out: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DSCS5PZT

3/27/25 • 23:10

🔴 Is the dream of a stable, high-paying job with benefits really over? Entrepreneur and Shark Tank investor Robert Herjavec recently posted that the traditional $100K career path is “dead and gone.” In this episode, I break down his claim, what it means for the future of work, and how you darn well better adapt in this shifting economy.Links:https://www.linkedin.com/posts/robertherjavec_the-days-of-a-secure-lifelong-job-with-steady-activity-7300693366332133377-Vn0H/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAg_dycBIFdR4Ml0hP3epObGLSzd5JODvIkhttps://www.oxfam.org/en/press-releases/richest-1-bag-nearly-twice-much-wealth-rest-world-put-together-over-past-two-yearshttps://www.theguardian.com/technology/2016/may/20/silicon-assassins-condemn-humans-life-useless-artificial-intelligencehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vz3HKkVrJE4****Decoding the Unicorn is live on Amazon! Check it out: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DSCS5PZT

3/13/25 • 22:13

Are you playing too small without realizing it? In this episode, I'll dive into the dangers of aiming too low—how it limits your growth, keeps you stuck, and leads to hidden opportunity costs. Whether it’s fear of failure, imposter syndrome, or just playing it "safe," setting the bar too low is one of the biggest threats to success. ****Decoding the Unicorn is live on Amazon! Check it out: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DSCS5PZT

2/27/25 • 30:35

Have you ever wished you could go back and change a past business failure, a bad deal, or a financial mistake? What if I told you that you can—at least in your consciousness? In this episode, we’re diving into Neville Goddard’s powerful concept of revision and how it can reshape your business mindset, boost your confidence, and help you rewrite your story.Links where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/****Decoding the Unicorn is live on Amazon! Check it out: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DSCS5PZTFor updates, please visit: https://decodingtheunicorn.com/.You can also follow my author journey on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saracauseyauthor.

2/13/25 • 21:52

Have you ever been tempted by an offer that seemed too good to be true? Maybe it was a promise to fast-track your success, help you find love, build your dream career, or solve your problems overnight . . . for a price. In this episode, I'm diving into the murky waters of cottage industries and exploring how predatory tactics are used to exploit vulnerable individuals, from indie authors and small business owners to creatives and entrepreneurs.We’ll uncover:Common Predatory Tactics: From high-pressure sales pitches to vague promises of success.Universal Red Flags: How to spot scams across any industry, no matter the disguise.The Psychology of Scams: Why we’re drawn in and how predators prey on our emotions.Empowering Solutions: Practical tips to protect yourself, including what questions to ask and where to find trustworthy resources.Whether you’re navigating the self-publishing world, running a small business, or simply trying to make informed decisions in your personal life, this episode will empower you to spot the red flags and safeguard your time, money, and energy.Links:David Bayer's podcast episode that I mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iI6eCcD09kkLinks where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/****Decoding the Unicorn is live on Amazon! Check it out: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DSCS5PZTFor updates, please visit: https://decodingtheunicorn.com/.You can also follow my author journey on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saracauseyauthor.

1/30/25 • 31:25

Have you ever been let down by someone who promised big but failed to follow through? In this episode, we’re diving into the psychology of flakiness—why people overpromise and underdeliver, and how it affects relationships, trust, and your own energy. We’ll explore whether it’s insecurity, avoidance, or something deeper. Plus, I’ll share my personal experiences with overpromisers, how I’ve learned to let go of false promises, and why surrounding yourself with sincere, “yes” energy people is a game-changer. Tune in for an honest, relatable discussion about recognizing flaky behavior, setting boundaries, and reclaiming your peace of mind. Links where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/****Decoding the Unicorn is live on Amazon! Check it out: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DSCS5PZT For updates, please visit: https://decodingtheunicorn.com/.You can also follow my author journey on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saracauseyauthor.

1/16/25 • 26:47

2024 is gone. We're leaving that energy in the dust. It's time to level up, to be seen, to make a splash. Links:https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2024/12/02/from-isolation-to-belonging-finding-your-tribe/Links where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/****Decoding the Unicorn will go live on Amazon on January 7th!I am the author of the forthcoming book, Decoding the Unicorn: A New Look at Dag Hammarskjöld, where I explore Dag's leadership style and his personal journey in greater depth. For updates, please visit: https://decodingtheunicorn.com/.You can also follow my author journey on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saracauseyauthor.

1/2/25 • 18:35

...it's just probably not gonna happen through the "new year, new me" stuff.Every late December / early January, millions of people set New Year's resolutions, only to watch them fizzle out by February. But what if there’s a better way? In this episode, I dive into why resolutions so often fail and how to create meaningful, lasting change instead.Let's examine:The common pitfalls that sabotage resolutions.Proven strategies for making change stick.Why focusing on who you want to become matters more than the goals you set.Whether you’re looking to improve your health, grow in your career, or cultivate deeper relationships, this episode is packed with insights to help you transform intentions into sustainable habits.Join me as we move beyond fleeting promises and step into real transformation—because you deserve more than just another resolution.Links where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/****I am the author of the forthcoming book, Decoding the Unicorn: A New Look at Dag Hammarskjöld, where I explore Dag's leadership style and his personal journey in greater depth. For updates, please visit: https://decodingtheunicorn.com/.You can also follow my author journey on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saracauseyauthor.

12/19/24 • 38:41

In this episode, I will explore the unexpected realities of freelancing. Many of us leave the 8-to-5 grind searching for freedom—our own schedules, creative control, and the dream of being our own boss. But what happens when freelancing turns into another exhausting hustle? In this episode, I share my journey of leaving corporate life only to find myself caught in a different kind of trap. We'll discuss how to break free from the relentless hustle and redefine what true freedom looks like—so that your work can be meaningful, joyful, and sustainable. Tune in and discover how to turn freelancing into a lifestyle that works for you, not the other way around. Links where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/****I am the author of the forthcoming book, Decoding the Unicorn: A New Look at Dag Hammarskjöld, where I explore Dag's leadership style and his personal journey in greater depth. For updates, please visit: https://decodingtheunicorn.com/.You can also follow my author journey on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saracauseyauthor.

12/5/24 • 27:43

In a world that often settles for "good enough," what does it mean to go the extra mile? This episode dives into why being "extra" is not just a personality trait but a valuable approach in business. I'll explore how adding value beyond the bare minimum can set you apart, especially when others are raising their prices without raising the quality of their service. Links where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/ ****I am the author of the forthcoming book, Decoding the Unicorn: A New Look at Dag Hammarskjöld, where I explore Dag's leadership style and his personal journey in greater depth. For updates, please go here: https://sara-causey.kit.com/2d8b7742dd.You can also follow my author journey on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saracauseyauthor.

11/21/24 • 25:47

People want to project their stuff onto you. Perhaps not for long, but it can derail your attempts to find freedom if you let it. Links: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2024/11/04/welcome-to-opinion-city/ Links where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/Need more? Email me: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/contact-causey/ 

11/7/24 • 22:40

I decided I just didn't wanna! And it felt great. 🤗Links where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/Need more? Email me: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/contact-causey/ 

10/24/24 • 21:26

Concepts like freedom and independence are abstract. Bob Proctor taught that if you want to make money, you can't simply say, "Well, I want a lotta money." You need to set an amount. Saying "a lot" or "plenty" is too vague. The same is true for freedom - financial freedom, workplace freedom, etc. What does it truly mean to you? Links where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/Need more? Email me: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/contact-causey/ 

10/10/24 • 31:43

Limiting beliefs and gloom-and-doom predictions are more powerful than we care to admit. However: YOU CAN bust through these roadblocks.  Links where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/Need more? Email me: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/contact-causey/ 

9/26/24 • 21:24

Greg Behrendt has a program about refusing to take "stuff" from jerks. Right now it seems the job market is rife with weirdos, con artists, and general goofs. So what to do? Links where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/Need more? Email me: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/contact-causey/ 

9/12/24 • 18:03

The market is crazy. We don't know what will happen in the coming months, so the onus is on you to be careful with prospective jobs or freelancing gigs. If it seems too good to be true or if you're getting sketchy info, BE CAREFUL. Links:https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2024/08/28/more-intense/Links where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/Need more? Email me: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/contact-causey/ 

8/29/24 • 12:13

Are you in scurrying mouse mode, expecting everyone else or some guru to solve all of your problems? Or are you working for someone like that? "At 9am do this, at 2pm do this, at 4:55pm get on the phone with me and talk me off the ledge..." 😵‍💫➡️ You don't have to allow someone else to disturb your peace.➡️ If you think everyone else is responsible for solving YOUR problems, you're gonna have a bad time.➡️ Be careful of energetic chokeholds. If you frame a situation as the last lifeboat off the Titanic, you're probably gonna sink.Links where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/Need more? Email me: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/contact-causey/ 

8/15/24 • 20:37

I talk often about nightmare freelancing clients. Sadly, there are a lot of them. However, as the job market worsens, more people are turning to gigging out of necessity and some of them have no clue what they are doing. They're happy to take your money and ghost you, which is something you don't need. How can we avoid this?Links where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/Need more? Email me: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/contact-causey/ 

8/1/24 • 10:21

Companies and industries that are typically insulated from recessions are laying people off. It's scary out there and I don't see it getting better in the near term. Please do not wait for a crisis to prepare yourself. Links where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/Need more? Email me: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/contact-causey/ 

7/18/24 • 09:55

Have you ever been in a meeting where the loudest, shoutiest extroverts won the day? Or ever been told you'd "fit in" a lot better if you socialized more and gave up your time on the weekends to hang out with coworkers? Stinks, doesn't it? In a world so very full of noise and bragging and posturing, how much would change if we used a sense of quiet diplomacy? Links:https://www.amazon.com/Quiet-Power-Introverts-World-Talking/dp/0307352153https://themanhattanherald.com/finding-dag-hammarskjolds-quiet-in-noisy-political-times/https://thejobmarketjournal.com/f/its-all-about-control-alwayshttps://theintercept.com/2023/09/23/tim-gurner-speech-unemployment/Links where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/Need more? Email me: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/contact-causey/ 

7/11/24 • 22:11

Three meetings at once? Constant emails? Shuffling papers? Is this really what "knowledge work" has been reduced to? Links:https://medium.com/@amandaclaypool/are-knowledge-workers-producing-value-in-the-economy-err-not-really-53f53303ca47https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2024/07/02/this-is-not-a-copilot-i-want/https://www.amazon.com/Markings-Dag-Hammarskjold/dp/0571060153(Every introvert should own a copy of Markings, IMO.) Links where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/Need more? Email me: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/contact-causey/ 

7/4/24 • 11:14

The economy is in the dumper. In spite of the MSM's efforts to gaslight us, we know things are bad. A Catch-22 emerges: clients have less money to spend yet it takes more money to live. Some folks are trying to overcome this by issuing a minimum charge. Is this a good idea? Or does it turn too many prospects off? Links:https://thejobmarketjournal.com/f/america-is-full-of-flakeshttps://clairecoxtranslations.wordpress.com/2014/04/07/minimum-charges-should-you-shouldnt-you/https://www.markupandprofit.com/articles/a-minimum-price/https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/business-services-charge-how-much-30158.htmlLinks where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/Need more? Email me: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/contact-causey/ 

6/27/24 • 15:21

I'm not sure how else to describe it, but that's what I'm seeing in real time in the job market: short, cheap bursts of hiring.Links:https://www.cnbc.com/2024/06/13/the-job-market-is-strong-but-competitivehow-to-land-a-role-right-now.htmlhttps://thejobmarketjournal.com/f/i-dont-even-care-to-live-at-this-pointhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1125110/15110791https://www.businessinsider.com/college-graduates-cant-find-jobs-earn-less-strong-labor-market-2024-6https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7XddJ5OW_Uhttps://finance.yahoo.com/news/college-graduates-stepping-tougher-job-170701571.htmlhttps://www.businessinsider.com/applied-hundreds-jobs-struggling-get-hired-bridge-job-2024-6https://finance.yahoo.com/news/trump-says-doesn-t-want-181936555.htmlhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1125110/14323130https://www.buzzsprout.com/2289560/15096820Links where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/Need more? Email me: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/contact-causey/ 

6/20/24 • 12:46

Yeah, I bet they have cuz lil boi got rolled. Did he do this on his own or was he prompted to do this? For me, it's tone deaf and I have to wonder what the thought process was. I'm sure he had no negative intent, but good grief.Had I been allowed to comment, I would have reminded everyone of the time when Phil Gramm told the US that we were in "a mental recession" and not a real recession back in 2008. 🤦🏻‍♀️Links:https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7200937587908227073/https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2024/06/05/thats-cause-no-one-can-afford-to-buy/https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202403/11/WS65ee5cfba31082fc043bbcd3.htmlhttps://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/us-gdp-growth-head-fake-number-larry-kudlow-says-grain-salthttps://budget.house.gov/press-release/families-crushed-as-bidens-total-inflation-breaks-17https://www.shadowstats.com/alternate_data/inflation-chartshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6KcTY8W6MXohttps://thejobmarketjournal.com/f/ha-ha-the-numbers-were-lieshttps://www.shadowstats.com/alternate_data/unemployment-chartshttps://thejobmarketjournal.com/f/i-dont-even-care-to-live-at-this-pointhttps://thejobmarketjournal.com/f/like-the-house-crony-capitalism-winshttps://causeyconsultingllc.com/2022/04/04/when-the-pendulum-swings/https://www.buzzsprout.com/1125110/12513883https://www.buzzsprout.com/1125110/12975283https://consaracytheories.com/f/your-dollar-has-lost-99%25-of-its-valueLinks where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/Need more? Email me: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/contact-causey/ 

6/13/24 • 48:33

➡️ Some areas are still without power post-tornado. Some of those folks have been told, "You need to call an electrician for yourself." 😐 ➡️ I saw people even younger than me at the heart hospital. I think we have a pretty good idea what is going on here. ➡️ Pre-tornado, we were seeing a decline in properties. Houses where no one was putting forth any effort. ➡️ "A sign of labor marketing weakening." Uh, the job market is in the toilet, dude.➡️ Civil unrest & November. Links:https://www.cnbc.com/2024/06/04/job-openings-report-april-2024-job-openings-fell-again.htmlhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1125110/13606864https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=htVewx5YxgUhttps://consaracytheories.com/f/of-course-theyre-not-concernedLinks where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/Need more? Email me: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/contact-causey/ 

6/6/24 • 21:02

Subtitle: this is why you absolutely MUST be a prepper, IMO.➡️ Could you make it through a grid down situation?➡️ Even in small, homespun communities you can have crime and looters. ➡️ The authorities decide the priorities, not you. ➡️ When the stores re-open, you may be surprised at how little is there. ➡️ Are you prepared for mandatory curfews and members of law enforcement and the military ensuring you obey the edicts? Links:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1125110/13781130 Links where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/Need more? Email me: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/contact-causey/ 

5/30/24 • 35:29

No, it isn't a joke. The Fed was pretty clear in 2022 that it intended to crash the job market. Were you listening? Links:https://thejobmarketjournal.com/f/the-targeting-of-smalls-midshttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/fed-interest-rate-hikes-unemployment-increase-layoffs-inflation/https://youtu.be/Ml2mKROvpUAhttps://thejobmarketjournal.com/f/i-dont-even-care-to-live-at-this-pointLinks where I can be found: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/2023/01/30/updates-housekeeping/Need more? Email me: https://causeyconsultingllc.com/contact-causey/ 

5/23/24 • 15:50