Shannon Malone-deBenedictis shares her journey of embracing her individuality and finding joy in being herself. She talks about how she moved away from trying to fit in and hiding her true self, and instead embraced her big hair and unique style. Shannon also discusses the challenges of standing out in a room and how she navigates that for herself. She emphasizes the importance of not hiding who you are and finding confidence and joy in being authentic. In this conversation, Shannon Malone-deBenedictis discusses the process of problem-solving and idea development in the creative industry. She emphasizes the importance of stepping back and analyzing the work when it's not working, and seeking input from others to gain a fresh perspective. She also highlights the need to recognize when an idea is not viable and to be willing to let it go. Shannon shares her definition of success, which is making a positive impact on others and changing their perspectives. She advises aspiring creatives to consider the audience and not take themselves too seriously. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★