Teaching Art Students Creative Career Skills - Doug Jaeger

In Chapter 16 of 17 in his 2012 interview, entrepreneur Doug Jaeger shares "How Are You Teaching Young Creative Professionals How to Survive and Succeed"  Jaeger shares what he is learning teaching at the School of Visual Arts (SVA) in New York City.  He provides his students both introductions to senior creative professionals as well as putting students on real world project teams to strengthen academic skills while learning real life skills.  Doug Jaeger is the co-founder of JaegerSloan, a multimedia design services firm in New York City.  His street front office doubles as the JS55 Gallery. Jaeger is also an adjunct professor at the School of Visual Arts (SVA).  He graduated from Syracuse University.

How Art Projects Become Creative Careers - Doug Jaeger

In Chapter 17 of 17 in his 2012 interview, entrepreneur Doug Jaeger answers "How Can Art Projects Lead to Creative Careers?"  By teaching students and running a gallery, Jaeger pushes young creative talent to turn art passion projects into commercial, money making efforts.  He shares how changing tools, from Etsy and Tumblr to Square, are helping lower barriers to entry for young creative talent.  Doug Jaeger is the co-founder of JaegerSloan, a multimedia design services firm in New York City.  His street front office doubles as the JS55 Gallery. Jaeger is also an adjunct professor at the School of Visual Arts (SVA).  He graduated from Syracuse University.

Finding Meaning Connecting the Global Creative Class - Phil McKenzie

In Chapter 3 of 21 in his 2011 interview, Phil McKenzie answers "What Makes Your Work Meaningful?"  McKenzie finds meaning and purpose creating and growing a conference that connects the next frontier of leadership, the creative class.  He sees the artists, the entrepreneurs, the philanthropists, and the technologists as the next wave of change makers and sees a need to bring them together. By connecting them and creating value, McKenzie finds personal reward in return.  McKenzie is the founder of Influencer Conference, an international event series bringing together tastemakers across the arts, entrepreneurship, philanthropy and technology.  He is also managing partner of influencer marketing agency FREE DMC.  Previously he worked in Domestic Equity Trading at Goldman, Sachs, & Co.  He earned his BA from Howard University and MBA from Duke University. 

Creating a Global Incubator for the Creative Class - Phil McKenzie

In Chapter 7 of 21 in his 2011 interview, Phil McKenzie answers "What Criteria Have You Used When Considering International Expansions?"  McKenzie notes the importance of understanding his core purpose, to facilitate the global development of the creative class.  He then ties that back into the cornerstones of his initiative, keeping a close eye on when to move forward or when to hold back expanding into new cities.  McKenzie is the founder of Influencer Conference, an international event series bringing together tastemakers across the arts, entrepreneurship, philanthropy and technology.  He is also managing partner of influencer marketing agency FREE DMC.  Previously he worked in Domestic Equity Trading at Goldman, Sachs, & Co.  He earned his BA from Howard University and MBA from Duke University. 

How Passion Improves Storytelling Prowess - Marc Ferrentino

In Chapter 13 of 16 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview, cloud computing technology executive Marc Ferrentino answers "How Have You Learned to Be a Better Storyteller?"  Ferrentino questions whether storytelling is a learned or innate skill.  He notes how having passion for your story and believing what you are saying helps get points across and energize others.  With this passion as a base, he notes how then dramatic tools can be layered in to increase effectiveness.  Ferrentino is Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of cloud computing at BMC Software.  Previously, he was Chief Technology Architect (CTA) at Salesforce.com.  Previous to Salesforce.com, Ferrentino worked in mobile and Internet startups and at Goldman Sachs.  He earned a BSEE in electrical engineering from the University of Michigan.

Matt Ruby on Finding Joy Performing Standup Comedy

In Chapter 1 of 18 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, standup comedian Matt Ruby answers "Why Do You Consider Stand-Up Comedy to Be the Best Thing in the World?"  He is drawn to the shaman-like, truth telling aspect that is rooted in a raw, subjective environment.  Further, he finds great reward standing on stage making people laugh. 

Matt Ruby is a standup comedian based in New York City.  He co-produces the weekly show "Hot Soup", co-hosts the monthly show "We're All Friends Here", and manages a comedy blog "Sandpaper Suit".  Ruby graduated from Northwestern University. 

How Flow State of Mind Elevates Stage Performance - Matt Ruby

In Chapter 2 of 18 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, standup comedian Matt Ruby answers "When Are You at Your Best?"  Ruby notes how he does his best work when in a flow state.  An analytic person, Ruby learns to let go and immerse himself in an open state where he can trust his subconscious and perform on stage. 

Matt Ruby is a standup comedian based in New York City.  He co-produces the weekly show "Hot Soup", co-hosts the monthly show "We're All Friends Here", and manages a comedy blog "Sandpaper Suit".  Ruby graduated from Northwestern University.

Matt Ruby on Advancing a Standup Comedy Career

In Chapter 3 of 18 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, standup comedian Matt Ruby answers "Since Our Last Interview, What Has Been the Most Meaningful Development in Your Career?"  Ruby notes how producing two shows, "Hot Soup" and "We're All Friends Here" provides him consistent stage time and varied experiences he uses to hone his craft.  He complements these by traveling outside New York City where it is easier to gain access to longer form stage time. 

Matt Ruby is a standup comedian based in New York City.  He co-produces the weekly show "Hot Soup", co-hosts the monthly show "We're All Friends Here", and manages a comedy blog "Sandpaper Suit".  Ruby graduated from Northwestern University. 

What Gets Easier and What Gets Harder - Matt Ruby

In Chapter 4 of 18 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, standup comedian Matt Ruby answers "What is Getting Harder and What is Getting Easier in What You Do as a Standup Comedian?"  He shares how experience is making some things easier.  He notes the the challenge of maintaining a unique voice or point of view as he gains performance experience. 

Matt Ruby is a standup comedian based in New York City.  He co-produces the weekly show "Hot Soup", co-hosts the monthly show "We're All Friends Here", and manages a comedy blog "Sandpaper Suit".  Ruby graduated from Northwestern University. 

Matt Ruby on How to Improve Comic Timing

In Chapter 5 of 18 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, standup comedian Matt Ruby answers "How Has Your Comedic Timing Evolved as You've Built Experience and Refined Your Delivery?"  By performing regularly, Ruby not only learns to get into a rhythm with existing material, but also to deliver new material to audiences in a more engaging way. 

Matt Ruby is a standup comedian based in New York City.  He co-produces the weekly show "Hot Soup", co-hosts the monthly show "We're All Friends Here", and manages a comedy blog "Sandpaper Suit".  Ruby graduated from Northwestern University. 

Matt Ruby on Creative Writing and Editing Advice for Artists

In Chapter 6 of 18 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, standup comedian Matt Ruby answers "How Have Side Projects Helped You Develop as a Standup Comedian?"  Side projects help Ruby gather more ideas, edit ruthlessly or critically, and generate resulting work.  He notes how the creative process - generate and edit - applies across disciplines including photography, comedy, music, and writing.  Ruby is a standup comedian based in New York City.  He co-produces the weekly show "Hot Soup", co-hosts the monthly show "We're All Friends Here", and manages a comedy blog "Sandpaper Suit".  Ruby graduated from Northwestern University. 

How Social Media Transforms Standup Comedy Career - Matt Ruby

In Chapter 7 of 18 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, standup comedian Matt Ruby answers "Where Has Using Social Media Been Most Valuable in Your Work as a Standup Comedian?"  Ruby finds social media useful making his art less temporal and more lasting.  Moreover, engaging social media helps Ruby connect with fans, creating a recognizable point of view, and testing new ideas. 

Matt Ruby is a standup comedian based in New York City.  He co-produces the weekly show "Hot Soup", co-hosts the monthly show "We're All Friends Here", and manages a comedy blog "Sandpaper Suit".  Ruby graduated from Northwestern University.

How Note Taking Helps Comedian Generate New Material - Matt Ruby

In Chapter 8 of 18 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, standup comedian Matt Ruby answers "What Role Does Note Taking Play in Your Creative Process?"  Carrying a notebook and writing things down allows Ruby to capture ideas and material in spontaneous life moments.  He prefers the continuous process rather than a formalized and structured idea generation process. 

Matt Ruby is a standup comedian based in New York City.  He co-produces the weekly show "Hot Soup", co-hosts the monthly show "We're All Friends Here", and manages a comedy blog "Sandpaper Suit".  Ruby graduated from Northwestern University. 

Matt Ruby on What Entrepreneurs and Standup Comedians Have in Common

In Chapter 9 of 18 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, standup comedian Matt Ruby answers "What Do Entrepreneurs and Standup Comedians Have in Common?"  He shares how he gets connected to Peter Sims, author of "Little Bets: How Breakthrough Ideas Emerge from Small Discoveries."  Ruby finds parallels between entrepreneur and standup life in the idea or product testing and editing through the feedback process. 

Matt Ruby is a standup comedian based in New York City.  He co-produces the weekly show "Hot Soup", co-hosts the monthly show "We're All Friends Here", and manages a comedy blog "Sandpaper Suit".  Ruby graduated from Northwestern University. 

Matt Ruby on Finding Inspiration by Interviewing Peers

In Chapter 10 of 18 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, standup comedian Matt Ruby answers "Where Have You Found Inspiration Interviewing Others on Your Podcast?"  By interviewing comedians offstage on his "Sandpaper Suit" podcast, Ruby connects with artists in a more personal way.  These experiences motivate him to take a more direct and personal approach to his standup comedy work. 

Matt Ruby is a standup comedian based in New York City.  He co-produces the weekly show "Hot Soup", co-hosts the monthly show "We're All Friends Here", and manages a comedy blog "Sandpaper Suit".  Ruby graduated from Northwestern University. 

How Success Shapes Standup Comedy Career Growth - Matt Ruby

In Chapter 11 of 18 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, standup comedian Matt Ruby answers "What Interests You Most About the Arc of a Standup Comedy Career?"  Ruby notes how comedians get more interesting with age and experience.  Experience and time allow a comedian not only to build a set but also to build a brand.  Over time, it becomes less about being an anonymous name in a large room to being the featured performer in a fan-filled room. 

Matt Ruby is a standup comedian based in New York City.  He co-produces the weekly show "Hot Soup", co-hosts the monthly show "We're All Friends Here", and manages a comedy blog "Sandpaper Suit".  Ruby graduated from Northwestern University.

How to Control Comedy Voice Entertaining Audiences - Matt Ruby

In Chapter 12 of 18 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, standup comedian Matt Ruby answers "Why Do You Choose to Write Comedy for Yourself and Not Other People?"  Ruby prefaces his answer with understanding that satisfying the audience is a huge goal.  He notes, however, that it not always about giving the audience what it wants because they may not know what they want.  Ruby is a standup comedian based in New York City.  He co-produces the weekly show "Hot Soup", co-hosts the monthly show "We're All Friends Here", and manages a comedy blog "Sandpaper Suit".  Ruby graduated from Northwestern University. 

How Comedian Creates Meaningful Career Goals - Matt Ruby

In Chapter 13 of 18 in his 2011 Capture Your Flag interview with host Erik Michielsen, standup comedian Matt Ruby "How Is Gaining Standup Comedy Experience Affecting Your Approach to Who You Want to Be on Stage?"  Ruby notes how he is going through a metamorphosis, evolving his act and performance.  He begins by thinking about his audience and what he can do to create more memorable experiences.  The process leads him to a deep introspective analysis of what makes his work meaningful and how he can improve. 

Matt Ruby is a standup comedian based in New York City.  He co-produces the weekly show "Hot Soup", co-hosts the monthly show "We're All Friends Here", and manages a comedy blog "Sandpaper Suit".  Ruby graduated from Northwestern University.