# The Creative Power of Letting Go: Why Quitting Can Be Your Biggest Breakthrough

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**Date:** March 12, 2026 · 10:30 PM  
**Location:** Hilton Austin Downtown / Salon A  
**Format:** Presentation  
**Track:** Creator Economy track  
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## Speakers

- **Kerry FlynnMedia** — ReporterAxios
- **Charlie EngelmanCreatorOdd Animal Specimens**

In a culture built on hustle, knowing when to walk away can be a Creator’s most powerful advantage. Emmy-winning Creator and TIME Next 100 honoree Charlie Engelman joins Axios Media reporter Kerry Flynn for a candid conversation exploring the surprising role that quitting plays in creative success.  After eight years chasing projects that never took off, Charlie found success only when he stepped back and started fresh. Together, they’ll explore how to recognize when a project is holding you back, why letting go is not failure but a strategic move, and how smart quitting can be an essential skill for anyone building a sustainable career in today’s Creator Economy.

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