Say Yes! Vannesia Darby Shares Uncommon Steps to Creator Success (and Shondaland)

About this episode

Vannesia Darby discusses her unique journey in the creative industry and how faith played a role in her success.

Have you been unknowingly saying 'no' to the creator opportunities you are praying for - because they don't show up the way you expected? From classical pianist, to music industry intern, to becoming a sought after consultant and eventually the digital marketing director of Shonda Rhimes' production company, Shondaland, Vannesia Darby's uncommon path proves that God positions you when you're faithful and available. In this episode, Vannesia shares the pivotal decisions that helped her u...

People in this episode

Host: Allen C. Paul

Guest: Vannesia Darby

Topics covered

• creator opportunities
• faith
• digital marketing
• music industry
• consulting
• success

Keywords

• creator success
• faith
• digital marketing
• Shondaland
• music industry
• consultant
• opportunities

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Shondaland

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