In this episode hear from Ania Staskiewicz, a sketchnoter, graphic recorder, and visual thinking teacher in Poland. Learn how she made the leap from manager in a government office to full-time visual practitioner, fulfilling her childhood passion of drawing brought a huge energy boost that keeps her going.SPONSORED BYThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Neuland, the innovative maker of visual thinking tools. Every Neuland product is designed with passion to be durable and sustainable.Now you can get your own custom printed Neuland Markers! Neuland prints your company’s logo, slogan, URL, or an individual message on markers – even in small batches. These markers are the ideal gift for workshop participants and customers.Save 15% with code neuland@sketchnotearmy-2021 at Neuland.com until May 30th, 2021RUNNING ORDERIntro: Who is Ania?Ania’s origin story: from government work to visual workThe enjoyment Ania gets from challenging topics to capture visuallyAnia’s online workshopsOn becoming a full-time graphic recorder and sketchnotingThe benefits of learning what you love before you go full-timeToolsTipsOutroLINKSAmazon affiliate links below support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Ania’s Website in PolishAnia’s Website Translated into EnglishAnia on InstagramTOOLSAmazon affiliate links below support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Neuland MarkersMolotow MarkersMoleskine SketchbookCanson SketchbookiPad Pro 12.9”Apple PencilProcreateTIPSDraw regularly for 10-15 minutes every dayFind sketchnotes you admire, extract ideas and practice themDon’t limit yourself - challenge yourself with tools and papersCREDITSProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSUBSCRIBE ON ITUNESYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes.SUPPORT THE PODCASTTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!