The Nourish Podcast

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Formerly Variable, The Nourish Podcast sparks soulful conversations with filmmakers exploring the intertwining paths of creativity, wellness, and purpose. We also invite you, the listener, to join The Nourish Community; a community of filmmakers in pursuit of wellness, meaningful relationships, and purpose. https://www.thenourish.community https://www.instagram.com/thenourish.community
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Episode 43: "What Filmmakers Get Wrong About LinkedIn & Networking (and Why It’s Costing You Work)" w/ Director Michael Fagan
Monday, 23 February, 2026

2 Week Free Trial: The Nourish Community: thenourish.communityBook a 1-on-1 coaching call: jonathanbregel.com/coachingMost filmmakers avoid LinkedIn because it feels corporate, awkward, or “not for creatives.” Director Michael Ryan Fagan thinks that mindset is quietly costing people jobs.Michael is a comedy commercial director (Best Buy, LG, PayPal) who doubled down on LinkedIn over the last year and saw a real increase in meaningful conversations with decision-makers and booked work. In this episode, he breaks down what actually works, in a way that’s specific, practical, and doable.We explore:• Why LinkedIn’s algorithm helps you reach people you don’t know• How to network without feeling gross or spammy• What to post (including when the final work can’t be shared)• The balance between “perfect work” and staying present• How BTS and simple on-set moments can open doors• Why “put yourself in a box” can make you easier to hire--Join the Nourish Community: thenourish.communityBook a 1-on-1 coaching call: jonathanbregel.com/coaching