Networking doesn't have to be awkward or expensive - even when you have no big name attached to you. I spent 4 days at FMX (VFX industry event) and discovered a completely different approach to making meaningful connections.

🔑 Key takeaways:

• Why paying more for business passes is actually cheaper (speaker lounges access = 10x value)
• The preparation paradox: logistics planning frees your mind for authentic connections
• How to break into exclusive spaces with simple confidence (got my friend into a VIP dinner!)
• My "uncomfortable for 5 minutes" rule that transforms networking anxiety

💼 Industry insights:

• Immersive experiences getting bigger budgets (Netflix House)
• AI reality check: 50% quality easy, final pixel quality still needs humans
• Emerging markets in Africa/Middle East leveraging AI to compete globally

If you're tired of awkward business card exchanges and forced conversations, this is my honest look at approaching events as a genuine connection game rather than a sales opportunity.

#EventNetworking #CreativeIndustry #VFXCommunity #NetworkingTips

This honest conversation captures what happened 1 YEAR after life-changing coaching sessions between filmmaker Arne Palluck and coach Julien Klein.

From burned-out VFX artist with health issues to thriving independent filmmaker, Arne shares the turning points that transformed his career, health and family life.

Discover how learning to trust his body's resistance (when he literally couldn't click his mouse on draining projects) led him to find his authentic creative path.

Hear Arne's powerful insights on:

* How the coaching helped him transform AI anxiety into opportunity

* Why his workdays now "feel like playing a video game" instead of 15-hour burnout sessions

* The perfect creative partnership he discovered with his wife

* How saying "NO" to prestigious but misaligned projects freed him to create educational content now reaching millions across Germany

If you're feeling stuck in your career or creative life, this conversation reveals how resistance might actually be your internal compass pointing toward authentic work.

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www.monexpansion.com for coaching.

0:00 Intro

1:27 Blocked

4:30 Questioning

8:17 Reframing

18:00 Boundaries

22:50 Flow

Soyons honnêtes, on est tous passés par là - coincés dans un boulot qui nous bouffe l'âme pendant qu'on se répète "tout va bien" comme le mème du chien dans la maison en flammes. Mais voilà la réalité : la plupart d'entre nous courent après la validation externe comme des drogués après leur dose. On optimise notre vie pour l'approbation des autres au lieu de résoudre les problèmes qui nous tiennent vraiment à cœur.Cette conversation plonge dans la vérité brute sur les transitions de carrière et l'alignement personnel. Pas de BS de "suis ta passion" qui font de super citations Instagram mais des conseils de vie pourris. Non, on parle de :

• Pourquoi courir après la reconnaissance est un jeu perdu d'avance (spoiler : tu ne peux pas contrôler les autres)
• La vraie différence entre survivre et s'épanouir dans son travail
• Comment ton corps garde les traces quand tu te mens à toi-même sur ta carrière
• Pourquoi choisir ses problèmes est toujours mieux que courir après le plaisir

Attention : Ce n'est pas un énième discours motivant du style "démissionne et suis tes rêves". C'est un regard lucide sur ce qu'il faut vraiment faire pour reconstruire ta vie professionnelle quand tout va mal mais que tu ne sais pas pourquoi.Pas d'arcs-en-ciel, pas de licornes, juste une conversation honnête sur le travail inconfortable de se reprendre en main. Plus quelques étapes pratiques qui pourraient vraiment aider, si tu es prêt à faire le boulot.Le choix t'appartient : Continue de faire semblant que tout va bien, ou regarde la vérité en face et commence à résoudre des problèmes qui comptent vraiment pour toi.

Looking to break into the VFX, gaming, or animation industry? Or maybe you’re struggling to land a job in today’s competitive market? This interview is for you! 🚀

In this deep dive conversation, Julien (Mon Expansion) sits down with Simon Davies, an industry veteran and recruiter with 15+ years of experience in visual effects and gaming, to uncover everything you need to know about hiring trends, resumes, interviews, and career growth.

🔹 What You'll Learn in This Video:
✅ The current state of the creative job market (Europe, North America & Asia)
✅ How to make your resume stand out (and what mistakes to avoid!)
✅ Why applying to 100 jobs blindly is hurting your chances
✅ How AI is changing recruitment & what you should do about it
✅ The top skills recruiters look for in candidates
✅ The real reason applications get rejected (and how to avoid it)
✅ How to ace your job interview and make a lasting impression
✅ The future of hiring in VFX, games, and digital art

🔹 Who Should Watch?
🎨 Artists, designers, and technical professionals in VFX, animation, gaming, and creative tech
📢 Anyone struggling to get hired in the creative industry
💼 Professionals looking to transition into a new role
🔍 Anyone curious about how recruiters think behind the scenes

💡 Key Takeaways from Simon:
🛑 Your resume is NOT a finished product—it should be tailored for every job.
🤖 AI is filtering applications—generic CVs don’t work anymore.
🔎 Hiring managers spend seconds scanning your CV—make it clear and easy to read.
💬 Relationship intelligence matters! Your attitude and collaboration skills are as important as your experience.

🔥 Want more expert insights?
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💬 Drop your questions in the comments & let’s discuss!

#VFXJobs #GamingIndustry #Recruitment #CareerGrowth #AnimationJobs #CreativeIndustry

Are you feeling stuck in your creative career, like you’re running in circles no matter how hard you try? You’re not alone—and there’s a reason why it feels this way.

In this video, we uncover the surprising truths behind what’s holding you back and, more importantly, how to break free. Whether you’re facing self-doubt, lack of clarity, or the constant grind of the creative industry, the solution lies in understanding and transforming your approach.

Ready to take control of your career and unlock your full potential? Join our Navigator program—a step-by-step guide designed specifically for creatives like you, to regain momentum and achieve your goals with confidence.

👉 Click here to register now: monexpansion.com/navigator

Your creative breakthrough is just one decision away.

Et si on vous proposait 100 millions d’euros en échange de vos principes les plus profonds, que feriez-vous ? 🤔 Dans cet épisode, Julien, coach business, et Maureen, coach en développement personnel et énergétique, explorent l’intégrité, cette force invisible qui définit qui nous sommes vraiment. 🌟

Découvrez :

✔️ Ce qu’est l’intégrité et pourquoi elle est essentielle à notre estime de soi.

✔️ Des exemples concrets, comme les hackers éthiques ou les dilemmes du quotidien.

✔️ Un défi en 3 étapes pour honorer vos valeurs et devenir un leader authentique.

💬 Participez à la discussion : Quelle est la valeur fondamentale qui guide votre vie ?

👉 Abonnez-vous pour plus de vidéos inspirantes et concrètes sur la réussite personnelle et professionnelle.

🎯 Défi de la semaine : Identifiez une valeur essentielle, observez-la dans votre quotidien et prenez une décision alignée avec vos principes, même si c’est difficile. 💪

L’intégrité, c’est votre superpouvoir. 🌍✨