I’ve been a freelancer the majority of my creative career, first as a designer, and then as a copywriter. I purposefully chose this DIY path for the freedom it entailed (hello, coffee shop-turned-offices and makeup-free workdays). But for all the perks, there’ve been just as many tear-drenched days and head-hitting-wall nights when I would’ve given anything for creative guidance – someone to help navigate those tough challenges on the page and in the field. Eventually, I found my way…with flailing arms, hard work, my husband’s insightful advice, and experience teaching me what didn’t work.

But here’s the insider secret: Whatever route you choose (freelance or agency life), there’s no need to be the lone creative trekking the wilds of the advertising jungle on your own. In fact, asking for help and guidance is exactly how many of the industry’s top visionaries achieved success. Following in their wise footsteps, we turned to them for counsel on finding and making a kick-ass mentor/mentee relationship. Check out my full article in Communication Arts Magazine below: