A Creative Calling

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What’s the song

that all of your past experiences are singing?

I’m Jon Barnes and in my brief years on this planet I’ve had the good fortune of experiencing a wide variety of places, careers, and experiences. Whether growing up in Germany, becoming an Eagle Scout, going to automotive design school, or sitting in a Lamborghini Huracan, I’ve been blessed with opportunities and the ability to learn from them. My life now is about gathering people together and inspiring them. I find the deepest joy in being able to share my story about finding the “creative thread” between all my past careers and experiences, and being able to cast a vision to others of what their lives could be and that their dreams could actually become their reality. Today, I’m helping people at all stages of life learn how to create, leverage, and love their personal brands in order to make the next big move in their life. I wear a lot of different hats these days.

Marketer. Dad. Teacher. Author. Coach. Husband. All these things are true. And all these things are me.

Personal Brand Coach

Jon Barnes: Bio

A true creative communicator, Jon Barnes has lived enough seemingly disconnected careers to confuse any guidance counselor. With a background that spans automotive design, youth ministry, advertising, marketing, coaching, teaching, and YouTube, Jon’s journey is a living example that creativity isn’t a job title—it’s a mindset.

He’s helped over a million people through his videos, workshops, and coaching, offering practical guidance to those navigating transitions as they chase the big “what’s next” in their lives. Jon is the author of Creative Threads, Brand Thyself!, and How to Become a Marketing Consultant, a hands-on guide for turning existing skills into a thriving consulting business. Jon is also an unapologetic super fan of Knight Rider, David Blaine, victorian-era BBC shows, house music, Lamborghinis, and old school lowriders. 

Today, Jon mentors people who are ready to move forward with both passion and a plan—whether they’re launching something new or rediscovering their purpose. He lives in Maryland with his wife and their five amazing kids.