Ep. 15 – Know Thy Creative Self: Naoma Serna-Zahn on Standing Out as a Creative

Описание: In this episode of The Flame Podcast, host Bob Raynor talks with Naoma Serna-Zahn, founder of the branding agency Nuevo, about creativity, confidence, and career longevity in today’s design industry.

They discuss why designers struggle to stand out, how networking actually works behind the scenes, the impact of “design by committee,” and why separating self-worth from creative work is essential. Naoma also shares her perspective on AI in design, women in business, professional etiquette, and how travel and curiosity fuel better creative thinking.

This episode is essential listening for designers, creative leaders, freelancers, and anyone navigating rejection, visibility, or career pivots in a rapidly changing creative industry.


CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
01:20 Late Night Reflections and Creative Connections
02:40 Building Community in Creativity
04:24 The Journey of Entrepreneurship
07:40 Women in Business: Challenges and Triumphs
11:50 Networking: The Key to Career Advancement
18:15 Navigating the Job Market as a Designer
18:56 The Impact of Design by Committee
22:04 The Importance of Creative Conviction
27:40 Navigating Client Relationships
31:26 The Importance of Communication in Design
35:23 Finding Your Authentic Voice as a Designer
39:56 Dealing with Rejection and Self-Worth
44:20 The Mindset of Entrepreneurship


RESOURCES & LINKS
• Episode page: https://www.theflamepod.com/episodes/[episode-slug]/
• Guest LinkedIn:   / naomaserna  
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