Mike LaValley AIA, LEED AP's Linkedin Analytics

Hello, my Creative Friend. 🧙🏻‍♂️ I’m Mike. My business cards say things like Architect, Designer, Project Manager, and LEED AP. 🏗 But when I’m not designing buildings, I’m helping other Creative Pros (Architects, Designers, Engineers, Writers…) design and build better lives for themselves. Why? I used to be one of the most career-obsessed people I knew. Every move I made was to fulfill my professional goals—at any cost. — 🔥 In 2017, I burned out in spectacular fashion. • I no longer recognized the man in the mirror staring back at me. I knew I needed to make a change. • So I refocused that obsession from being the best Architect into becoming a better person. A better version of me. → I dropped everything I could. → I stopped saying, “Yes.” → I started saying, “No.” I sought out everything I could about burnout, mental health, and personal growth. 6 months later, I was a different human. I had run my first 5k, lost 75 lbs, and leveled up my mindset on life. — ▶ Now I help other Creatives struggling with the same demons. • How do I balance the chaos of my creative work with my family, friends, health, and responsibilities? • How do I build a life that reduces the chance of ever experiencing burnout again? • How do I design a life full of creativity and personal satisfaction? • How do I find the time and energy to manage my life? • How do I improve my wellness and mental health? • What are the best habits to build a better life? • Who do I want to be in 10 years? • How do I become that person? Real, meaningful change isn’t quick. It’s sustainable. — ▶ That’s why I believe in Creativity Self-Care. Creativity Self-Care is the process of building a life that sustainably supports who you want to be as a creative person long-term. It means: • Evaluating who you are today • Designing a vision of who you want to become • Identifying the hurdles you’ll need to overcome • Building that vision through consistent action • Checking in with your progress • Pivoting when necessary — ▶ I don’t know where you’re at in the journey, but here are three ways I may be able to help. → ✉ SideNotes Newsletter - Every week, I share one actionable tip, story, or idea to help you build a sustainable, burnout-resilient creative life. (Link in Featured) → 👨🏻‍🔬 1-on-1 Coaching - Coming Soon (Q1 2024) - DM me if you'd like to be on the waitlist. → 👨🏻‍🏫 Self-Guided Courses - Coming Soon (Q1 2024) Follow me for daily-ish tips on personal growth to help you build a sustainable, burnout-resilient creative life.