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    Author: Medeia Cohan

    Hey there. Thanks for checking out my profile. If you've made it here you might already know that I'm one-half of the brains behind the Creative Entrepreneurs' Club which, I hope you're enjoying so far (lots more to come!). But it might be worth knowing a bit more about me and my background. I have established a career out of successfully bridging the sometimes colossal gap between the creative and business sectors and in 2013 I was recognised for my work within the world of creative entrepreneurship by being named a Woman of Achievement by Director Magazine (aren't I fancy!). Previously I've held roles such as Head Curator at University of the Arts London, Co-Founder and Creative Director at School for Creative Startups and as a freelance creative consultant all of which I enjoyed tremendously. Although each role was totally different, the thing that joins them together is my compulsion to help people realise their creative visions. I thrive on building great networks and connecting people to realise brilliant collaborations, mutually beneficial investments, sustainable businesses, unique projects and mind-blowing moments. CEC is the culmination of all that experience and some additional research and what you see now is what we believe our community needs to become stronger than the sum of our parts and totally empowered. Listening to you guys is a huge part of making this place magical, so you can always ping me an email with thoughts and ideas. We are a work in progress, but the big vision is awesome, so stick with us and we'll get there sooner than later.

    Turning Your Side Hustle into Your Day Job with Anthony Andrews

    Determination and drive can often lead to impatience in business and impatience can often lead to compromise. But in this case of this month’s Elevenses…

    Medeia Cohan 06/04/2021
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    Virtual Studio Visit with Free Embroidery Artist Tina Crawford

    This month we travel (virtually) to Deptford, South East London to the studio of free embroidery artist, Tina Crawford. In addition to her creative practice…

    Medeia Cohan 08/02/2021
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    Why Nailing Your Bio Matters

    Few people find it easy to capture their essence and write succinctly and intelligently about themselves, but it’s a skill worth developing because …
    Medeia Cohan 22/01/2021
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    Spinning Plates & Striking a Work Life Balance

    This week on Elevenses with CEC we speak with the infallible Helen Swan, Creative Director at design & fabrication studio Lucid Creates and mother to …
    Medeia Cohan 14/01/2021
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    To Hell with Resolutions

    I didn’t make any New Year’s resolutions and I’m far from dry this January. Who needs more pressure to perform? More things to fail at or feel g…
    Medeia Cohan 13/01/2021
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    Virtual Studio Visit with Artist, Serena Caulfield

    While the pandemic has thrown much of the world into chaos, for some it’s been a chance to work uninterrupted and enjoy a normally unachievable…

    Medeia Cohan 10/12/2020
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    Supporting Ourselves as Leaders with Arit Eminue

    This week on Elevenses Medeia Cohan speaks with multi-award winning entrepreneur and career and leadership coach, Arit Eminue about how we can best support ourselves…

    Medeia Cohan 25/11/2020
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    An Introduction to Podcasting

    Toying with the idea of starting your own podcast? Join Lisa Kennedy, host and producer of The Braw and The Brave- a podcast about people…

    Medeia Cohan 24/11/2020
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    When It’s All Too Much

    Everyone occasionally experiences the ‘it’s all too much’ feeling of overwhelm and exhaustion. It’s a natural human condition and you are neit…
    Medeia Cohan 21/11/2020
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    Running an Social Purpose Fashion Brand with Katie Ellis

    This week on Elevenses we speak with adaptive clothing brand founder Katie Ellis who, inspired by her grandmothers diminished mobility and desire for …
    Medeia Cohan 12/11/2020
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    Working with the Weather

    As the seasons change it can be hard to keep motivated and stay focused so it's important to listen to your body and make adjustments in order to stay…
    Medeia Cohan 10/11/2020
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    Everything You Need to Know About Tax and Legal for Your New Business

    Join this powerful duo for an hour of clarity around what you need to do to set up your busy to succeed financially and legally. Get answers to your b…
    Medeia Cohan 26/10/2020
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    Creativity & Resilience in the Hospitality Sector

    The last 7 months have seen unapparelled challenges face the hospitality industry. Join host Claire Stuart and a panel of Glasgow based hospitality bu…
    Medeia Cohan 13/10/2020
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    What it Really Takes to be a Full-time Writer with Emily Ballou

    This week on Elevenses with CEC we chat with Australian-American poet, novelist and screenwriter Emily Ballou about what it really costs you to be writer,…

    Medeia Cohan 30/09/2020
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    Life as an Actor/Producer with Louise Oliver

    Hear from Actor and Producer, Louise Oliver. An insightful organiser with a taste for revolution, she’s made work and waves all over the world and h…
    Medeia Cohan 23/09/2020
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    Diversity in Digital Marketing with Andrew Davis

    This week on Elevenses with CEC we’ll be joined by renowned keynote speaker and digital marketing expert, Andrew Davis to discuss his views on diver…
    Medeia Cohan 16/09/2020
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    The Reality of Exiting Your Business with Frankie Snobel

    Meet powerhouse entrepreneur and drinks industry disrupter, Frankie Snobel about exiting her cocktail business (Tipplesworth) and how agility led to s…
    Medeia Cohan 19/08/2020
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    The Future of Live Events Panel

    Hear from our panel of events industry heavyweights doing their best to implement creative solutions and new ways of realising brilliant events across…
    Medeia Cohan 19/08/2020
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    What Makes an Attractive Investment with Sanja Moll

    Hear from entrepreneur and investor turned coach, Sanja Moll about her tips for getting investment-ready.
    Medeia Cohan 13/08/2020
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    Studio visit with Bookbinder Gillian Stewart of Juju Books

    This week we head to the East End of Glasgow to meet award-winning bookbinder Gillian Stewart to take a nosey around her studio space and hear about h…
    Medeia Cohan 29/07/2020
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    Building a culture of inclusion with Shaheena Janjuha-Jivraj

    This week on Elevenses with CEC we speak with Shaheena Janjuha-Jivraj, Associate Professor at Henley Business School, Diversity and Innovation consult…
    Medeia Cohan 22/07/2020
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    Diversity & Inclusion in the Digital Sector with Jamie Jefferson

    Meet Chief Creative Officer & Co-Founder of Equator, Jamie Jefferson and hear about her experience of transitioning within her digital business and ho…
    Medeia Cohan 15/07/2020
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    Producing a Major TV Production from Home with Jason Giberti

    Meet Gold Rush Executive Producer Jason Giberti who due to the pandemic is now managing a large-scale, 25 episode television production, being filmed …
    Medeia Cohan 02/07/2020
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    Studio Visit with Artist Pippa Gatty

    Join artist Pippa Gatty for a look around her converted barn studio and the rural Mull landscape around it and gain an insight into how her environmen…
    Medeia Cohan 30/06/2020
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    Understandable Finance for Business with Accountant Peter Evans

    Hear from everybody's favourite accountant, Peter Evans and find out about funding for self-employed folk, HMRC eligibility rules, new deadlines, payo…
    Medeia Cohan 24/06/2020
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    The Cost of Money for Your Business

    If you're thinking about taking on external funding then it's time to consider which kind of funding is right for your business or project and what th…
    Medeia Cohan 18/06/2020
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    The Future of Arts Institutions with Angelica Sule

    This week on Elevenses with CEC we chatted with Site Gallery Curator, Angelica Sule about the role that curators, galleries and institutions will play…
    Medeia Cohan 17/06/2020
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    Adapting to Lockdown Life with Author Gavin Oattes

    This week we hear from author, comedian and entrepreneur, Gavin Oattes who’ll be sharing his perspective on our new world. A highly sought-after Key…
    Medeia Cohan 12/06/2020
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    Taking Stock & Planning for the Future

    Big and very overdue change is afoot and it’s now integral to our survival that we pay attention and start thinking differently to be prepared for w…
    Medeia Cohan 11/06/2020
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    Top-line Legal Musts for Businesses with Lawyer Lucy Gannon

    This week on Elevenses with CEC we’ll be chatting with corporate and commercial lawyer and mother of 3, Lucy Gannon.
    Medeia Cohan 02/06/2020
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    5 Things to do if You’re a Creative Who is Feeling Overwhelmed Right Now

    Feeling overwhelmed? That’s fair enough. In this short video, Sandy offers helpful panic management strategies and exercises to help creatives and entrepreneurs step away and…

    Medeia Cohan 02/06/2020
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    Creative Collaboration for the Soul

    In this moment of enforced isolation collaboration is the key to staying grounded, unconsciously social, positivity productive and to get those creative juices flowing for…

    Medeia Cohan 27/04/2020
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    Navigating the New Landscape for Artists with Eamonn Maxwell

    Hear from fine art curator and mentor Eamonn Maxwell for an insightful and rather sweary conversation exploring how artists can continue work in this …
    Medeia Cohan 23/04/2020
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    In Conversation with Mark Logan – Resilience in Tough Times

    Enjoy this recording of our recent riveting hour-long conversation with business expert and investor, Mark Logan.
    Medeia Cohan 08/04/2020
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    5 Skills You Already Possess for Your Business to Thrive in the New Normal

    Spare cash aside, entrepreneurs, freelancers and small businesses have some real advantages that big businesses just can’t touch.
    Medeia Cohan 07/04/2020
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    The Truth About Working from Home with My Family During COVID-19

    CEC Co-founder Medeia Cohan shares her reality of working from home with her family and her tips for keeping sane.
    Medeia Cohan 01/04/2020
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    A Step by Step Guide to Universal Credit

    Interested in finding out more about Universal Credit and seeing if it could be right for you? Read up on all the ins and outs…

    Medeia Cohan 31/03/2020
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    A list of Hardship Funds for Creatives

    There are loads of wonderful creative organisation that have responded positivly to the financial issues facing the creative sector in light of the Corvid-19 pandemic…

    Medeia Cohan 31/03/2020
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    Information for those who are in the UK on a work visa during Covid-19

    Here is some current info for those who are in the UK on a work visa: Info is from a FB thread from an immigration…

    Medeia Cohan 31/03/2020
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    The Institute for Chartered Accountants’ Practical Business Advice: COVID-19

    The Institute for Chartered Accountants has some really useful tips and clearly explained guidance for employers, employee, business owners and freelancers. Get helpful information about…

    Medeia Cohan 31/03/2020
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    Coronavirus Business FAQs – your key questions answered

    With the huge range of coronavirus information coming at you daily and the support packages being updated constantly, it’s hard to know what you can…

    Medeia Cohan 31/03/2020
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    Furlough Letter & Work Authorisation Letter Templates

    Here are two very useful template letters developed by Make UK for employers to use. The first is a Furlough letter for employers to use…

    Medeia Cohan 31/03/2020
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    5 Tips to Maximise Your Market Stall Business

    A market stall is a great way to of exploring if you have a sellable product or if you want to grow your maker business…

    Medeia Cohan 18/03/2020
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    How to Build a Relevant Network Quickly

    Networking doesn’t have to be all cheap wine, name badges and awkward sidling up. When done well, it can be both painless and hugely advantageous. W…
    Medeia Cohan 11/10/2019
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    Don’t Book Your Christmas Lunch Until You Read This!

    Those emails and flyers telling you to book now for your Christmas do are already arriving in our inboxes (can you believe it!?), but don’t book any…
    Medeia Cohan 11/10/2019
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