Creative Chats podcast
250 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 52 ratingsCreativity can be a lonely path. If we want to reach our full potential (and have a good time doing it), we Creatives need cheerleading and insights from our creative colleagues.
In the Creative Chats podcast, I speak to some of the best Creatives around, about creativity and their process, and I share stories of Artists, Makers, and Content Creators. In fact, anything that will help you do your best work yet!
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247. Greg Wasserman on How Castmagic Can Supercharge Your Content
July 10, 2024 07:03 - 42 minutes - 58.9 MBIn the latest episode of Creative Chats, I had the pleasure of chatting with Greg Wasserman about the revolutionary platform, Castmagic. If you're a podcaster, artist, musician, or any form of content creator, this episode is a must-listen! 🎙️ Here are some Key Highlights: - Unlock New Opportunities: Greg breaks down how Castmagic helps users make money, save time, and open up new business opportunities with its robust content creation and editing features. - Efficient Content Repurpos...
246. Pinterest Success and Strategy: Expert Tips for Creatives from Heather Farris
July 03, 2024 07:30 - 42 minutes - 59.3 MBOur latest episode of Creative Chats, I had the pleasure of hosting the incredible Heather Farris, a former accountant turned Pinterest strategist, who shared her valuable insights on leveraging Pinterest for creative business growth. Here are three key takeaways from this insightful and how-to episode: - 📊 Optimize with Keywords: Strategically place keywords in pin titles, descriptions, board titles, and display names to maximize visibility on Pinterest. This ensures your content remai...
245. Change Agents: Fresh Takes on Familiar Creations
June 26, 2024 07:03 - 17 minutes - 23.6 MBIn this episode, I dive into an unexpected creative journey inspired by two unique concerts I attended in while in Nashville. Here are some key takeaways for all you artists, makers, and content creators out there: 🔹 Revitalize Your Work: Just like Cypress Hill and the Nashville Symphony or the band Stryper with their acoustic set, you can breathe new life into your creations by introducing new elements. It's all about taking something familiar and giving it a fresh twist. 🔹 Embrace Curi...
244. Fun, Hijinks, and Breaking the Content Creation Mold with Duke Harten
June 19, 2024 07:30 - 44 minutes - 62.6 MBThis week, I'm excited to bring you a delightful and insightful conversation with none other than Duke Harten, the mastermind behind the viral office antics and engaging content at Shinesty.com. We dive deep into the importance of fun in the workplace and the art of creating contagious content. Episode Highlights: - Fun at Work: Duke shares his story about almost impersonating his CEO and how simple, fun competitions can become viral sensations. He demonstrates the significant impact of ...
243. Life Through the Lens with Jason Gardner: Culture, Music, and More
June 12, 2024 07:30 - 40 minutes - 57.3 MBIn our latest episode, I sit down with the eloquent and insightful photographer Jason Gardner to delve into his captivating journey from marketing guru to a prolific chronicler of culture and tradition. Jason shares his exceptional experiences documenting rituals, lifestyle, and music across the globe, with a notable focus on carnival cultures. Key Takeaways: - Cultural Connection: Understand the profound importance of building trust and relationships within communities to authentically ...
242. Transforming Ideas Through Creative Leadership with Geoff Thatcher
June 05, 2024 07:30 - 48 minutes - 67.4 MBI just wrapped up a fascinating conversation with Geoff Thatcher, the visionary founder of Creative Principles. Our chat spanned a variety of rich topics from leadership and creativity to embracing courageous ideas. Geoff's insights are brimming with valuable takeaways for anyone in the creative industry, and I couldn't resist sharing some highlights with all of you. 🎙️ Episode Highlights: - Evolution of Ideas: Learn about the collaborative nature of creativity and how ideas transform wi...
241. The Strategic Creative: Chelsie Tamms on Blending Creativity with Business Acumen
May 29, 2024 07:30 - 50 minutes - 70.6 MBIn the latest episode, I had the pleasure of hosting Chelsie Tamms, the visionary behind Lettering Works. Chelsie shared her journey from passionate lettering artist to strategic entrepreneur, blending creativity with impactful business strategies. 🎙️ Episode Highlights: - Journaling for Success: Discover how Chelsie uses journaling to track accomplishments and steer her projects. Don't miss out on her free journaling guide available at letteringworks.com to unlock your potential. - St...
240. Creativity for Happiness part 2
May 22, 2024 07:30 - 48 minutes - 67.2 MBWe're thrilled to bring you a thought-provoking and inspiring new episode from Creative Chats that you won't want to miss. Episode 240 features an engaging panel with myself, and special guests Amanda McNamara, Glen Stevens and Angie Carel. This episode is part two of a two-part series that delves into the intricate relationship between creativity and mental health. In This Episode: - Angie and Glen provide actionable insights on how embracing change, modifying one's routine, and using s...
239. Creativity for Happiness part 1
May 15, 2024 07:30 - 45 minutes - 63.7 MBWe're thrilled to bring you a thought-provoking and inspiring new episode from Creative Chats that you won't want to miss. Episode 239 features an engaging panel with myself, and special guests Amanda McNamara, Glen Stevens and Angie Carel. This episode is part one of a two-part series that delves into the intricate relationship between creativity and mental health. In This Episode: - Amanda McNamara shares her personal journey as an artist coping with bipolar disorder and how art has be...
238. Unlocking Creativity: Elisa Di Napoli on Overcoming Anxiety and Building Creative Confidence
May 08, 2024 07:30 - 54 minutes - 76.2 MBIn this engaging episode, we hear from the multi-talented Elisa Di Napoli, a true force in the realms of psychology, personal development, and music. Here are some episode highlights: - Daily Creativity: Unlock the potential of regular engagement in creative practices to build your creative muscles and confidence. - Constructive Feedback: Learn the art of receiving and selecting feedback that truly enhances your creative work, and understand why not all feedback is equal. - Overcomin...
237. Passion Meets Purpose: Getting Real with James Victore
May 01, 2024 07:30 - 35 minutes - 50 MBArt and Intention: "Your work is a gift. Because if you can think about your work as a gift and not like a chore, or not like something you do for a job or something you do for money, it changes how you think about the work. And it changes who you work for. It changes you. Changes what your intention is. And now your intention is to give a part of yourself."— James Victore We’re super excited for this episode of Creative Chats because we feature none other than design hero James Victo...
236 Calvin Correli: Infusing Spirituality into Entrepreneurship
April 24, 2024 07:30 - 54 minutes - 75.9 MBDive into the latest episode of Creative Chats where we welcomed the incredible Calvin Correli, CEO of Simplero, for an enriching conversation that's as much about personal development as it is about business growth. Listen as Calvin delves into his unique journey, overcoming personal challenges, and integrating spirituality into successful business practices. 👇🏼 Here are 3 key takeaways from our inspiring discussion: - Embracing Your True Self: Calvin shares his story of self-acceptance...
235. The Secret Sauce of Burnout to Breakthrough: Celebrating 12 Years of Daily Creativity
April 17, 2024 07:30 - 34 minutes - 49.2 MBIn the latest episode of Creative Chats I'm celebrating a personal milestone of 12 years of daiy creating, and I've got an exciting offer that I hope will resonate with all of you! Here's a glimpse of some secret sauce of my 12-year journey of a daily creative habit, and why it's worth your time to listen in: 🔄 Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs: I'll share how I shattered the old narrative that held me back from embracing my identity as a "real artist." 🛠️ The Power of Daily Practice:...
234. Not Another Self-Help Book: A Creative Conversation with Lindsey Leaverton
April 10, 2024 07:30 - 58 minutes - 81.6 MBJoin us for an inspiring conversation with Lindsey Leaverton on embracing the raw journey of creativity, self-acceptance, and finding joy amidst adversity. Lindsey, a wealth management professional, passionate singer-songwriter, and author, opens up about the intersection of her multifaceted life. 🔑 3 Key Takeaways from our thought-provoking episode: - Embrace Your Origin Story: Learn how vulnerability in storytelling can empower you to own your past, craft your future, and connect with ...
233. Chris Bent on Making Creativity Accessible and Engaging
April 03, 2024 07:30 - 44 minutes - 62.6 MBJoin us to discover how the innovative mind of multi-faceted entrepreneur Chris Bent is changing the landscape of creativity, community, and collaboration with the power of his creative platform, Piccles. We dive into a conversation that expands the definition of creativity beyond the canvas and into everyday life. ✨ **Key Takeaways from the Episode:** Creativity Unleashed: Learn about Chris Bent's journey from seeing creativity as merely artistic to developing Piccles, a coloring book pr...
232. The Journey of "Night Swimming" - Insights from Filmmaker Andrea Grant
March 27, 2024 07:30 - 46 minutes - 65.4 MBIn the latest episode of Creative Chats, we sit down once again with the multifaceted creator Andrea Grant to delve into the intricacies behind her latest spoken word film, "Night Swimming". The discussion illuminates the passion and perseverance it takes to bring a creative vision to life and navigate the complexities of the film industry. Episode Takeaways: - 🎬 Strategic Filming and Revision: Learn how Andrea tackled filming logistics, from pre-recording vocals to using drones, and why...
231. Uncovering Work Play Secrets with Mark Suroviec
March 20, 2024 07:30 - 38 minutes - 54.4 MBWelcome to another inspiring episode of Creative Chats with your host Mike Brennan. Today we sat down with the remarkable Mark Suroviec, who is revolutionizing the way we think about work by turning it into play. If you struggle with team building that feels forced, Mark's your guy—with unique, interactive events he's reshaping company culture and leadership effectiveness. We also dove into the transformative power of DISC profiling and other tools for professional growth. Mark even gave u...
230. Writing Your Way to Success: A Conversation with Author and Coach Bailey Lang
March 13, 2024 07:30 - 43 minutes - 60.8 MBIn our latest episode, we dive deep into the world of writing habits and creativity with the founder of The Writing Desk, writer, editor, and coach Dr. Bailey Lang. Bailey shares her experiences and insights on building sustainable writing practices, understanding the role of shame in creativity, and the value of community support. This is a must-listen for any writer looking to level up their creative process! Here are 3 key takeaways you won't want to miss: 🌟 Embrace the Process - Wr...
229. The Art of Curation
March 07, 2024 19:18 - 22 minutes - 32.4 MBI had the opportunity to visit the Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, and it got me thinking about the power of curation. In the latest podcast episode on Creative Chats, I delve into the unexpected places where we can learn about curation and how it impacts our lives, both personally and professionally. 🔍 Key Takeaways from this Episode: 1. Curation Goes Beyond The Traditional: Whether it's creating a playlist on a streaming service, curating a social media feed, or...
228. Crafting Your Leadership Language: Gina London’s Tips for Intentional Communication and Creativity.
February 28, 2024 08:30 - 48 minutes - 67.4 MB"What's the most impactful leader style? It's balance of credibility and authority and warmth, and how do you bring up your warmth if you're overly rational in terms of perception from others? It's by story. It's by asking questions. It's by stoking those human creative moments that you might still have when you're off hours and bringing it in to the workday." — Gina London Are you ready to unlock the power of creativity and intentional communication in leadership and life? Tune in t...
227. How to Crush It as a Podcast Guest
February 21, 2024 08:30 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MBAs creatives, stepping into the public eye (and ear) can be a game-changer for your brand and exposure. In our latest episode, we delve into the art of being an exceptional podcast guest. Whether you're an artist, writer, or any creative professional, this episode is packed with invaluable tips on how to amplify your message through podcasts. I drops some serious tips, including why crafting a "one-sheet" is your golden ticket to podcast guest success! 🔑 Key Takeaways for Creative Prof...
226. Igniting Creativity and Fun in the Workplace
February 14, 2024 08:30 - 29 minutes - 41.3 MBEver wonder if FUN has a place in the workplace? Or how creativity really benefits a company? I had an amazing opportunity being a special guest on the Life Upgrade podcast with Fulfillment Obi. We delved into the power of creativity and fun, and how it can impact our personal and professional lives. It was such an insightful converdsation I decided to reshare on Creative Chats podacst. Here are three key takeaways from our insightful conversation: 1. Integrating Creativity and Fun: ...
225. Creative Confidence: Combating Impostor Syndrome
February 07, 2024 08:30 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBIn today's episode, I shared strategies for managing impostor syndrome. We discussed challenging negative thoughts, reframing internal validation, and connecting with others to combat this common struggle. I also shared my personal experience with impostor syndrome and offered tips for creators. Join our free community for creators and let's navigate through impostor syndrome together. Remember, you're not alone, and together, we can overcome self-doubt and thrive as creators. Order yo...
224. Embracing Creative Compassion with Guest Ali Horriyat
January 31, 2024 08:30 - 50 minutes - 69.9 MBGet ready to be inspired and motivated to create from a place of compassion and purpose! In this episode of Creative Chats, Ali Horriyat shares his transformative journey from the world of finance to founding the Compassivist movement. Discover how Ali challenges the societal emphasis on money and advocates for a healthier relationship with wealth. From personal experiences to global activism, Ali's raw and honest insights will spark creativity and drive positive change. Tune in now and jo...
223. The Business of Creativity: Embracing Innovation and Authenticity in Corporate Leadership with Jason Frazell
January 24, 2024 08:30 - 39 minutes - 54.8 MBIn the latest episode of Creative Chats, host Mike Brennan engages in a conversation with Jason Frazell about the nuances of creativity, collaboration, and resilience in the creative process. Jason, an executive coach, training facilitator, and podcaster, shares his journey of embracing creativity and applying it to various aspects of his life and work. We delved deep into the topic of collaboration in creative processes and the challenges of balancing personal creativity with group contri...
222. Empowering Your Creative Process: Daily Affirmations for Creators
January 17, 2024 08:30 - 18 minutes - 27.1 MBIn this episode, we explored the power of creative affirmations in nurturing and enhancing our creative mindset. 🌟 Key takeaways: 1️⃣ Affirmations as Mental Workouts: Affirmations act as a compass guiding us through the labyrinth of our minds, reshaping neural pathways and challenging self-doubt to foster a positive creative mindset. 2️⃣ Consistency is Key: Incorporating affirmations into our daily routine, whether through a morning or evening practice, fortifies our creative spirit an...
220. Breaking Boundaries: Sean Osborn on Creativity, Resilience, and Personal Growth
January 10, 2024 08:30 - 43 minutes - 60.4 MBIn today's episode, host Mike Brennan and guest Sean Osborn explore the profound connection between creativity and success. They delve into the power of intuition, the science behind creativity, and the impact of personal experiences on one's creative journey. Sean shares his inspiring story of resilience and resourcefulness, underscoring the importance of defying limitations and embracing creativity. From envisioning big futures to the role of education in fostering creativity, this episode...
219. Unleashing the Power of Creativity and Team Innovation with guest, Amy Climer
January 03, 2024 08:30 - 46 minutes - 65.4 MBIn this week's podcast episode, guest Dr. Amy Climer, a creativity consultant and innovator, shared her inspiring journey of rediscovering her passion for art and integrating it into her professional work. She discussed the misconceptions around creativity and the transformative power it holds in team development. Key Takeaways: - Creativity is not limited to art: Amy emphasized the broader definition of creativity and the value of novelty in various aspects of life, beyond traditional a...
221. Achieving Creative Success: Assessing Goals, Celebrating Milestones, and the 30-Day Creative Challenge
December 20, 2023 00:32 - 25 minutes - 35.6 MBIn this episode of Creative Chats, host Mike Brennan reflects on the end of the year and the importance of pausing to assess creative goals. He shares insights on the necessity of celebrating accomplishments, setting realistic goals using the SMART criteria, and visualizing success. Additionally, Mike unveils an exciting 30-day creative challenge designed to help listeners cultivate a daily creative habit and prioritize their creativity. So, if you're ready to reflect, set new creative goa...
218. Managing Seasonal Depression as a Creative: Insights and Self-Care Tips
December 13, 2023 08:30 - 30 minutes - 42.6 MBIn this episode, our host Mike Brennan delves into a topic that many creative individuals can relate to - seasonal depression. He shares his personal experiences and discusses the challenges of navigating mental health issues as a creative person, especially during the holiday season. This episode is a candid and empathetic exploration of the complexities of mental health and the importance of seeking help and support. Mike also offers encouragement and valuable tips from his own journey, ...
217. The WOW Factor: Tammy Fink Shares Keys to Standing Out and Building Connections
December 06, 2023 08:30 - 49 minutes - 69.4 MBEpisode 217 of Creative Chats is an insightful one with guest Tammy Fink, a seasoned 'Wowologist' with over 30 years of experience in marketing and design. Our conversation delved into the evolving nature of creativity and the art of wowing clients to build lasting connections. Here are the top 3 takeaways from our chat: 1. Create Unforgettable Experiences: Going beyond basic client interactions is key. Tammy shared invaluable insights on the significance of creating a "wow" factor to buil...
216. From TV and Theater to Entrepreneurship: Diane Strand's Story of Creativity and Purpose
November 29, 2023 08:30 - 51 minutes - 70.3 MBWelcome back to another episode of Creative Chats! I am beyond excited to have a special guest joining us, Diane Strand. Diane is an award-winning serial entrepreneur, marketer, speaker, and coach who helps entrepreneurs turn their creative passions into profitable businesses — as she did with her own business JDS Productions, a seven-figure media company creating engaging video content for organizations, people, and products. In 2024, she is releasing the mindset-leadership book Cre...
215. Evolving as a Creator: Mike Brennan's Unconventional Path to Significance and Self-Expression
November 22, 2023 08:30 - 50 minutes - 69.6 MBThe Importance of Self-Reflection: "I think it is probably one of the most important things ever because if you don't know yourself, you're going to spend a lot of time, energy, and effort in places, doing things that are not aligned. And you're going to be frustrated, and you're going to have this sense of wandering your whole life and not really being able to put your finger on why." — Mike Brennan On this episode of Creative Chats, I'm sharing a conversation I had with Lisa Robbin Young...
214. Embracing Adaptability: Navigating Community and Tech Journey with James Quick
November 01, 2023 07:30 - 42 minutes - 58.7 MB"If you wanna be known for something, go find those communities, find where those people are, and be there consistently, show up and participate and comment, ask questions, provide value to people." — James Quick Are you someone who welcomes change with open arms or someone who struggles with it? In the latest episode of Creative Chats, I had the pleasure of speaking with James Quick, a developer, content creator, and speaker who shared invaluable insights on the power of adaptabilit...
213. The Power of Feedback: Exploring How Taste Shapes our Creative Endeavors
October 25, 2023 07:30 - 27 minutes - 37.5 MBThe Importance of Confidence in the Creative Process: "Invite someone else into your process. Have someone else that you can use as a sounding board who can help bring their taste to match your taste or maybe not even sometimes match it, but sometimes to challenge it. So that you can really be clear on what it is that you are aiming at, what quality you consider to be the standard and what you're willing to accept and not accept when it comes to what you're creating." — Mike Brennan I rece...
212. Embracing Risks and Seizing Opportunities: The Journey of a Creative Entrepreneur with Rob Jelinski
October 18, 2023 07:30 - 52 minutes - 73 MBThe Emotional Rollercoaster of Entrepreneurship: "Many times you feel the high highs of the mountains and the low lows of the valley minutes, in between each other, days in between each other." — Rob Jelinski I had the pleasure of having Rob Jelinski as a guest on this episode of Creative Chats podcast, where we discussed taking risks, embracing opportunities, and the power of mentorship in the creative industry. With 20 years of creative entrepreneurship, Rob brings a wealth of experti...
211. The Eventful Canvas: Unleashing the Power of Experiences with Phil Mershon
October 11, 2023 07:30 - 51 minutes - 71.4 MB"Everything slows down when you're at an event sometimes. If it's a well-run event, there can be this moment where nothing else matters except what is happening right in this space." — Phil Mershon In this episode, Phil shares his insights and experiences from creating new and unforgettable experiences for over 25 years, with experiences as a worship pastor and as the director of experience for Social Media Marketing World. 🎶💡 Here are 3 key takeaways from this enlightening epi...
210. Making Fun a Habit: Igniting Fun and Creativity in Your Personal and Professional Life
October 04, 2023 07:30 - 48 minutes - 66.1 MBIn this episode of Creative Chats, host Mike Brennan finds himself in the hot seat as guest Kabrina Ashely turns the tables and delves into his new book, Make Fun A Habit. The conversation focuses on the concept of infusing more fun and intentionality into our lives and work. As Kabrina asks Mike deeper questions about his book, they explore how to unlock the power of fun, find meaning in work, and create fulfilling personal experiences. Here are a few takeaways: 1️⃣ No matter if we're t...
209. Mindset, Creativity, and Empowerment: A Creative Chat with K-Rahn Vallatine
September 27, 2023 07:30 - 44 minutes - 60.7 MBImportance of Self-Identity in Personal Growth: "No one operates beyond the boundaries of their own self-image."— K-Rahn Vallatine In this episode of Creative Chats, I am thrilled to have K-Rahn Vallatine joining me. K-Rahn is a passionate communicator and advocate for empowering and inspiring people to fulfill their potential. He believes in the power of mindset and self-identity to create positive change in communities. We dove deep into K-Rahn's journey and discussed how creativity, ...
208. Creative Chats with Ryan Holck: Building Blocks of Storytelling: Crafting Clear Messages for Positive Change
September 20, 2023 07:30 - 54 minutes - 74.8 MBThe Power of the Whiteboard: "So for me, as non-creative as it sounds, there is something magical that can happen at a whiteboard."— Ryan Holck In this episode, I had the pleasure of hosting my good friend Ryan Holck, a talented marketer and brand message strategist. Join us as Ryan shares invaluable insights on storytelling, messaging clarity, and the creative process. ✨ Here are 3 key takeaways from our chat: 1️⃣ Being intentional and clear in your messaging is essential for logical...
207. Embracing Your Inner Author: Making Book Writing Feasible for Creatives
September 13, 2023 07:30 - 44 minutes - 60.8 MBFinding Fun in Life: "This is an important message of making fun a habit of looking for those places in our lives, discovering and rediscovering those places in our lives where we can have fun again, where things don't have to be so heavy."— Mike Brennan In episode 207. Embracing Your Inner Author: Making Book Writing Feasible for Creatives, I take you behind the scenes of my book-writing process. From brainstorming chapters to designing the book cover, I'll share my journey of turning an ...
206. The Power of Experience: Developing Confidence in Your Creative Journey
September 06, 2023 07:30 - 25 minutes - 34.8 MB"Experience produces confidence": Confidence and self-assurance are not inherent traits but are developed through lived experiences and self-reflection.— Mike Brennan In this episode, I dive into the power of experience, challenges, and mindset when it comes to building confidence as a creator. Here are three key takeaways to remember: 1️⃣ Experience Produces Confidence: Embrace challenging moments in your creative process. These moments are opportunities for growth, learning, and de...
205. Nurturing Creativity & Building Community: A Conversation with Terry Weaver & Mike Brennan
August 30, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 84.7 MBThe Importance of Investing in Community: "You know, everybody looks at the cost of going to a conference or going to an event or the cost of hiring a coach, the cost of joining a community. But no one considers the cost of what it would be like if you were the same person a year from now." — Terry Weaver I'm thrilled to announce that the latest episode of the Creative Chats podcast is a mashup with Terry Weaver's podcast, Making Elephants Fly! In this episode, Terry Weaver and I sit down ...
204. The Toy Maker's Haven: Discovering the Wonders of Dan Klitsner's San Francisco Studio
August 23, 2023 07:30 - 27 minutes - 37.5 MBThe Power of Recyclable Innovation: "Keep your old workaround, recycle some things, use it as a springboard for building on top of cannibalized parts of it for new things, because there's no sense in trying to always reinvent something from scratch, especially when you've put a lot of work and effort into something." — Mike Brennan I had the incredible opportunity to visit Dan Klitsner's studio in downtown San Francisco recently, and it was an experience I won't soon forget! As the host...
203. How to Unlock Your Creative Potential: Discover the Surprising Benefits of a Daily Creative Practice
August 16, 2023 07:30 - 1 hour - 84.8 MBRediscovering Creativity: "And one day I was thinking to myself, is this all there is? Because if this is it, this is pretty disappointing, and I'm not even really enjoying what I just did."— Mike Brennan I'm coming in with a special episode of Creative Chats, where I share a recording of a talk I did at a recent tech conference called "That Conference." The talk is titled "How to Unlock Your Creative Potential: Discover the Surprising Benefits of a Daily Creative Practice", and I unpack ...
202. The Power of Creative Learning: Projects, Passion, Peers, and Playfulness Explored
August 10, 2023 16:40 - 26 minutes - 36.7 MBThe Importance of Intentional Creative Learning: "And if you're someone who doesn't necessarily think of yourself as a creative person, then I hope that this challenges you to think about creativity in different terms. And not so much the art, music, and again, the expressive arts, the performing arts, but more so in terms of problem-solving, critical thinking, maybe some more of the logical problem solving and creative uses."— Mike Brennan Welcome back to Creative Chats, the podcast where...
201. Creativity in Unexpected Places: Reflections from THAT Tech Conference
August 02, 2023 07:30 - 33 minutes - 45.9 MB"Creativity knows no boundaries, whether you're an artist, a programmer, or a decorator. Embrace your creative potential in all aspects of your life." - Mike Brennan In episode 201 of Creative Chats, join host Mike Brennan as he shares his enlightening experience attending a tech conference in Wisconsin called "That" conference. As a creative entrepreneur and artist, Mike found himself in a sea of programmers and developers, a stark deviation from his usual audience. Despite this, he d...
200. Why You Need to Remember and Celebrate Your Journey
July 26, 2023 07:30 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MB"The more opportunity we take to celebrate our achievements, the easier it will become and it's such a vital part of our creative journey and process." — Mike Brennan Get ready to celebrate on this episode of Creative Chats with your host, Mike Brennan! This episode marks the 200th episode of Creative Chats! We're diving into the power of celebrating successes and why it's so important to share them with others. In a world that often downplays achievements or tells us not to boast, Mike ...
199. Delegation and the Entrepreneurial Mindset: Harnessing Your Zone of Genius with Micah Foster
July 19, 2023 07:34 - 54 minutes - 75.5 MB"What would it be like to focus on your areas of genius and release everything else? When you do that, you're going to see explosive growth and a lot of opportunity."— Micah Foster On this episode of Creative Chats, host Mike Brennan welcomes his guest Micah Foster, who helps people find executive assistance for their businesses. They dive into various topics including entrepreneurship, delegating tasks, and the importance of starting even if you're not ready. They discuss the challenges ...
198. Playful Creativity: Sarah Moyle's Perspective on Creativity in the Workplace
July 12, 2023 07:30 - 45 minutes - 62.9 MB"We want people to go kind of back and forth dipping into zones of anxiety and zones of boredom and in between is called the flow zone. So we want people kinda dipping in and out of that through the session because that's when you stay the most engaged."— Sarah Moyle Discover how Sarah Moyle, our guest on Creative Chats podcast, brings the power of visual storytelling to ignite creativity and engagement in her work! Sarah's unique role as a graphic recorder and LEGO® Serious Play® facil...