<p>In this episode, we chat with Olivia Bé Nguyen, aka Fiyab0mb, about her journey from a kid watching Bob Ross to a powerhouse artist whose work hangs on Wall Street. We dive into the highs and lows of turning art into a thriving business—from last-minute venue changes to earning a TEDx nomination. Along the way, Olivia shares why being genuine online, trusting your ideas, and knowing when to say “no” are just as important as your craft.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/fiyab0mb/">https://www.instagram.com/fiyab0mb/</a> </p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://fiyabomb.com/">https://fiyabomb.com/</a></p><p><strong>Key Topics:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Building Resilience in Creative Entrepreneurship:</strong> Facing tough clients, blown-out venues, and major debts—and how to push through.</li><li><strong>Authentic Storytelling on Social Media:</strong> Why sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly helps you connect and grow your audience.</li><li><strong>Trusting &amp; Acting on Your Ideas:</strong> How to spot the right ideas, jump on them fast, and avoid letting them slip away.</li></ul><p><strong>Takeaways:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Vulnerability Is Strength:</strong> Being honest about your struggles builds trust, deepens community, and can turn fans into lifelong supporters.</li><li><strong>Ideas Choose You:</strong> Your unique ideas deserve action—don’t wait, or someone else will bring them to life.</li><li><strong>Set Boundaries for Balance:</strong> Saying “no” and pacing your schedule protects your creativity and mental health, so you can keep showing up at your best. Melissa @ deMelis Atelier <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://demelisatelier.com/">https://demelisatelier.com/</a> Matt @ Bards <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.bardsclothing.com/our-story">https://www.bardsclothing.com/our-story</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></li></ul>