293. Writing for Impact: Shazad Carbaidwala on Creativity and Helping Others

In this episode of Creative Chats, Mike Brennan interviews Shazad Carbaidwala, who shares his journey from a childhood filled with creativity and athletics to becoming an author and mentor. Shazad discusses the importance of personal branding, the role of mentorship in his life, and the challenges he faced while writing his books. He emphasizes the impact of his work on others, particularly through his recent children's book, and reflects on his aspirations to continue helping people through his experiences and stories.

 

3 Key Takeaways:

🎨 Turn Life Experiences into Creative Fuel Shazad shares how both good and challenging life experiences have shaped his creative process. By embracing your journey and transforming it into art or service, you discover meaning and create value for others.

🎨 Mentorship & Accountability are Game Changers Shazad credits coaching and mentorship—especially from his athletic background—with instilling discipline and resilience. He emphasizes the lifelong impact of finding supportive mentors, asking for help, and later giving back as a mentor yourself.

🎨 Creativity Evolves with Service in Mind Shazad’s work, from his memoir to his children’s book co-created with his daughter, highlights how creativity is most powerful when tied to service and community. Giving proceeds to charity, visiting prisons, and centering family in his work show creativity’s profound ripple effect.

 

Links and Resources:

• Shazad Khorbidwala on LinkedIn: Contact Shazad - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shazad-carbaidwala-mba-csm-1088ab91/ 

• Mike Brennan’s Website: mikebrennan.me

• Daily Creative Habit resources & free Facebook group: dailycreativehabit.com

• Buy Shazad’s Books:

  • Row - https://amzn.to/4krZlUP

  • The Case of the Missing Mughal Bakery Cookies - https://amzn.to/44BzXXY

    • For signed copies, contact Shazad directly through LinkedIn.

     

 

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