Joaquin Felipe https://joaquinfelipe.info/ Entertainer. Creator. Storyteller. en Wed, 02 Sep 2026 04:31:26 GMT I Almost Burned Out Completely — Here's What Pulled Me Back https://joaquinfelipe.info/i-almost-burned-out-completely-heres-what-pulled-me-back/ https://joaquinfelipe.info/i-almost-burned-out-completely-heres-what-pulled-me-back/ There was a stretch of time where I was performing, posting, engaging, and creating around the clock — and slowly becoming someone I didn't recognize. Creator burnout is real, it's sneaky, and it almost cost me the thing I love most. This is the honest version of that story. Joaquin Felipe Personal Stories Wed, 02 Sep 2026 04:25:57 GMT What Audiences Are Actually Buying When They Buy a Ticket https://joaquinfelipe.info/what-audiences-are-actually-buying-when-they-buy-a-ticket/ https://joaquinfelipe.info/what-audiences-are-actually-buying-when-they-buy-a-ticket/ There's a silent agreement made the moment someone decides to spend their time and money on you. Understanding that agreement — and honoring it — might be the most underrated skill in the entertainment business. Here's what I've learned about the invisible currency between creator and crowd. Joaquin Felipe Career & Craft Wed, 02 Sep 2026 04:25:57 GMT How to Actually Build an Entertainment Career in the Algorithm Era https://joaquinfelipe.info/build-entertainment-career-algorithm-era-2024/ https://joaquinfelipe.info/build-entertainment-career-algorithm-era-2024/ The rules for breaking into entertainment have changed faster than most advice columns can keep up with. This is a practical, honest breakdown of what's working right now for emerging performers — from platform strategy to community building — and what you can stop wasting time on. Joaquin Felipe Career & Craft Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:25:40 GMT Why My Worst Moments On Stage Became My Biggest Brand Assets https://joaquinfelipe.info/worst-moments-on-stage-became-brand-assets/ https://joaquinfelipe.info/worst-moments-on-stage-became-brand-assets/ I used to delete every blooper, every awkward pause, every off-script stumble. Turns out, those were the moments people actually wanted to see. Here's how leaning into imperfection changed everything about how I connect with an audience. Joaquin Felipe Personal Stories Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:25:40 GMT 5 Skills That Turned My Side Hustle Into a Real Entertainment Career https://joaquinfelipe.info/5-skills-that-turned-side-hustle-into-real-entertainment-career/ https://joaquinfelipe.info/5-skills-that-turned-side-hustle-into-real-entertainment-career/ Everyone's got a talent. Not everyone knows how to build a career out of one. After years of trial, error, and a few expensive lessons, here are the five skills that actually separate people who do this professionally from those who are still waiting for their big break. Joaquin Felipe Career & Craft Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:25:39 GMT Shaking Knees to Standing Ovations: My Honest Journey Through Performance Anxiety https://joaquinfelipe.info/shaking-knees-to-standing-ovations-journey-through-performance-anxiety/ https://joaquinfelipe.info/shaking-knees-to-standing-ovations-journey-through-performance-anxiety/ I used to throw up before every single performance. Not metaphorically — like, actually throw up. Here's the real story of how I went from a terrified kid frozen under stage lights to someone who genuinely loves being in front of a crowd, and the techniques that actually made the difference. Joaquin Felipe Personal Stories Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:25:39 GMT