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What do espionage and creativity have in common?
As creativity becomes increasingly important for innovation and problem-solving, the field of espionage offers intriguing parallels. Both require quick thinking, adaptability, and the ability to see things from a different perspective.
Matthew Dunn, a British spy novelist, media talent, creative adviser, and former MI6 intelligence officer, explores how these elements intertwine. With his extensive work experience, he shares how the principles of espionage–such as observation, adaptability, and tactical thinking–mirror the creative process.
He also provides practical advice on how to harness these principles to overcome challenges and foster a more imaginative approach to life and work. From his latest projects to his philosophy on creativity, Matthew offers a fresh perspective on how these seemingly disparate fields intersect.
In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius is joined by Matthew Dunn, who will share how his background in MI6 has profoundly influenced his creative process. He discusses how the pressures and routines of everyday life can stifle creativity and offers practical advice on rekindling one's imaginative abilities through exercises and fresh perspectives.
Overall, this conversation will provide a thought-provoking look at how the skills honed in the world of intelligence can enhance creative thinking and inspire new ways of approaching life's challenges.
Topics include:
Connect with Matthew:
Website: https://www.matthewdunnauthor.com/
LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/matthew-dunn-30731a17
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthewdunnauthor/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorMI6/
Connect with Darius:
Website: https://therealdarius.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/
YouTube: https://therealdarius.com/youtube
Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708
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What do espionage and creativity have in common?
As creativity becomes increasingly important for innovation and problem-solving, the field of espionage offers intriguing parallels. Both require quick thinking, adaptability, and the ability to see things from a different perspective.
Matthew Dunn, a British spy novelist, media talent, creative adviser, and former MI6 intelligence officer, explores how these elements intertwine. With his extensive work experience, he shares how the principles of espionage–such as observation, adaptability, and tactical thinking–mirror the creative process.
He also provides practical advice on how to harness these principles to overcome challenges and foster a more imaginative approach to life and work. From his latest projects to his philosophy on creativity, Matthew offers a fresh perspective on how these seemingly disparate fields intersect.
In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius is joined by Matthew Dunn, who will share how his background in MI6 has profoundly influenced his creative process. He discusses how the pressures and routines of everyday life can stifle creativity and offers practical advice on rekindling one's imaginative abilities through exercises and fresh perspectives.
Overall, this conversation will provide a thought-provoking look at how the skills honed in the world of intelligence can enhance creative thinking and inspire new ways of approaching life's challenges.
Topics include:
Connect with Matthew:
Website: https://www.matthewdunnauthor.com/
LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/matthew-dunn-30731a17
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthewdunnauthor/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorMI6/
Connect with Darius:
Website: https://therealdarius.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/
YouTube: https://therealdarius.com/youtube
Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708
Sponsors:
Timeline - Timeline is offering 10% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to timeline.com/GREATNESS.
Shopify - Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/darius.
Constant Contact - Go to ConstantContact.com and start your FREE trial today.
Mint Mobile - Cut your wireless bill to $15 a month at MINT MOBILE.com/great.
Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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