Masterminds Podcast
What if one idea could completely change your life?
Hosted by Richie Mensah, Masterminds Podcast dives deep into the conversations, lessons, and mindset shifts that turn ordinary people into extraordinary leaders. Every Wednesday, Richie sits with brilliant thinkers, creators, and innovators to explore the habits, stories, and strategies behind their success. And every Sunday, he shares solo insights from his own journey, raw, direct, and practical steps to help you sharpen your mind and elevate your life.
Whether you’re chasing personal growth, building a business, or simply looking for inspiration to level up, Masterminds Podcast is your weekly dose of clarity, motivation, and transformation.
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Why Most Creatives Stay Broke, and How to Fix It: BlacVolta - Masterminds EP11
So many talented people are creating incredible work — but still struggling to make a living from it.
In this episode of the Masterminds Podcast, Richie Mensah sits down with Joey Adjaye, the visionary behind BlacVolta, to talk about the real reason most creatives stay broke, and what it takes to break free from the cycle.
This conversation goes beyond art, content, or culture. It’s about systems, strategy, and self-worth, how to build a creative brand that doesn’t just get likes, but lasts.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why creativity alone isn’t enough
- The business mistakes most creatives make
- How to build a community instead of just a following
- Turning creative ideas into sustainable income
- The power of structure, collaboration, and consistency