Create like you’re going to fail. Not because we want you to, but because it gets you started.
Achieving goals is fun for a few weeks, but the real win is who you become in order to achieve those goals.
The Beatles were just white guys attempting to do Motown. They failed to hit their original target, but what we got as a result was a unique sound that hadn’t been produced before.
By attempting to replicate their own version of something successful, they created an original take on an existing product.
Creativity is more about the process, rather than outcome.
We’re not looking for what you’re attempting to create, but rather what manifests from the bi-product. Let's discuss..
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You sent in your questions on creativity and innovation and we got answers!
QUESTION 1: I am a I lone wolf, do I need to collaborate?
QUESTION 2: Can Creativity be learned, or am I screwed?
QUESTION 3: I cant come up with new ideas, will I ever be innovative?
QUESTION 4: Can you spark creativity, or is it a random and unpredictable "AHA moment" process?
QUESTION 5:  Does Creativity decline with age?
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In this episode we discuss creative agile.  A collaborative way to se a project from start to finish.
I used agile methodology while working in the software world. Instead of building and testing an entire project, it’s split into small iterations. The stakeholders, and the development teams take a collaborative approach, sharing ideas to build the system piece by piece. 

Setting time constraints on the project, but split it up into small intervals, so that we get the changes out the door to see how it works, rather than overanalyze every small detail.

Creative projects work the same way, and I think artists can benefit by applying some tactical methodology to their creative process, in an effort to develop their ideas. 

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The compound effect is a principle that small actions, when taken consistently over time, can lead to significant results.
This can be applied to personal development, business, health, etc..
But when it comes to creative work, Creative Compounding is the point in your creative career when results start showing up for all the previous work because of your one viral piece.

In this episode, I’m going to break it down into 5 digestible chunks.
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What is most important when achieving success in a creative career?
Mindset or Skillset?

While skillset represents the technical prowess and proficiency in a particular craft, mindset embodies the attitudes, beliefs, and approaches that shape the creative process.
In this episode, we'll explore the dynamic relationship between mindset and skillset, and how finding the right balance can unlock new levels of creative achievement for your projects.
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Today we sit down with Jack Cook – director of the highly anticipated directorial debut "The Private Eye", starring Matt Rife.

In this episode, we discuss:

-The importance of having a team, and surrounding yourself with people more talented than you

-Balancing creative right brain, with business left brain

-Avoid wasting your time, by only working with people with a track record

-Working horizontal vs vertical. Instead of getting the biggest actors, get the best actors to elevate your project organically. 

-Why people invest in momentum, rather than an idea.

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Do you need a re-invention?

Invent: To create or design something that hasn’t existed before.
Re-invent: creating something new, based on something that already exists.

Miyamoto Musashi said: “Once you understand the way broadly, you see it in all things”.

What we break down in this episode is how to take the skills and experience you already have an skill stack them to create the FUTURE you.
If you have dedicated focus, 3 hours a week for 1 year, you could be top 5% in the world!
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In this episode we sit down with actor Denzel Whitaker, starring in the new film "The Private Eye".
You've also seen his work in Training Day, with Denzel Washington. Other films like "The Great Debaters" and Marvels "Black Panther.

In this episode, we discuss:
-Nature vs nurture when parenting young artists.
-What he does BETWEEN films in order to create new opportunities.
-What Denzel Washington taught him about the awards he’s won and his perspective.
-What he would do with 250M, and how it would affect his creativity.
-How to eliminate idol time and leverage the connections and opportunities you have in the moment.

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Are you waiting until retirement to pursue your creative endeavors? 
Maybe you’ve dabbled a bit, but feel silly, because you’re a mother of 2 children and should be in the carpool line at school, instead of writing songs between meetings?

It’s time to take your inner child on a play date.

In this episode, we'll discover how to break out of your comfort zone, and change the perception of your day job, by fostering an environment where employees share outside interest with each other.
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I heard a statement made recently that “A great life is living up to your potential”. Which is interesting, because we all have different potential depending on what we’re capable of. 

A great percentage of the population does not live up to their potential, because it would take them out of their comfort zone, and expose them to whatever fear has been ingrained in them since childhood.

Maybe instead of all the added pressure to “chase your passion”, why not follow your curiosity instead? 

Let’s discuss….

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