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EPISODE · Sep 2, 2026 · 57 MIN

Motion That Moves, Going Freelance, Betting on Yourself, Leaving Certainty Behind — Justin Sottile

from WHAT DOES YOUR MUM THINK · host Kristian Shepherd

We sit down with Justin Sottile — multidisciplinary creative, motion designer, illustrator, he does a lot! We have an honest conversation about betting on yourself and leaving certainty behind. Justin opens up about discovering motion design, building his career through curiosity and self-initiated work, and the decision to leave the security of a senior role to go freelance.We explore the difference between motion that simply looks good and work that genuinely moves people, the realities of building a client base, and why being multidisciplinary has opened more doors rather than closed them. Expect honest lessons on self-doubt, moonlighting, trusting your instincts and knowing when it’s time to leave something good for something uncertain.There will never be a perfect time to take the leap. Confidence comes from doing the work, not waiting until you feel ready.Want more from Justin? Follow his work for motion design, illustration, filmmaking and a look behind the scenes as he builds the next chapter of his creative career.Guest: Justin SottileWebsite: https://www.justinsottile.com/Subscribe:If you liked this episode, subscribe to WDYMT for more honest conversations with creatives. Like, comment and share — and tell us about a time you chose to bet on yourself.Follow WDYMT:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wdymt_official/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whatdoesyourmumthinkSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UQ1fAYGya2gOpUlyXSaPkSubscribe on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / YouTubeProduced by: What Does Your Mum Think

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