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🙌🏾 fully agree!! Sitting in stillness and sitting in new environments without the pressures of back-to-back meetings, is where my best problem solving and creative executions are birthed My recommendations: 1. Intentionally block out 4 none negotiable “no meeting days” each month. 2. Intentionally try work from a coffee shop, different part of the office building/office park or/and try working from a business partners office spaces (agency’s or suppliers) twice a month. 3. Sit in a book shop (coffee in hand 😉) once a month and just “window shop” through the new book releases. #aMarketersBrain #career #lifeLessons

One of the most prevalent problems faced by creatives is the “feeling” that they are losing their inspiration. Take note of the word “FEELING” because, in truth, you haven’t lost your mojo; in fact, it never left you. But for this article, let’s say you think you’ve lost your superpower. I can also tell you another truth for free You're not alone So here are some tips to get you feeling like yourself again. #creativeblock #inspirationrevival #creativeinspiration #artisticjourney #creativecommunity #findyourspark

Here's 3 reasons why I bounce ideas off other creatives: 1. Faster growth: Being able to learn from others who understand the issues I face or will face allows me to apply things that would otherwise taken forever to figure out on my own. 2. Outside perspective: I don't have all the answers. Getting a fresh perspective that's outside my mind helps me view things more clearly and realistically. 3. Teams > individuals: A community can do in a day what an individual can do in months. "If you want to go fast, go alone, if you want to go far, go together." Anyone else see the value in bouncing ideas off other creatives/entrepeneurs? #creatives #creativeentrepeneur #TeamWorkMakesTheDreamWork

I was knee-deep in a creative slump last year around this time. You know the deal – that frustrating moment when ideas that used to flow smoothly suddenly hit a brick wall. 🚧 But let's be real, it's part of the creative rollercoaster we signed up for—a journey with its ups, downs, and loop-de-loops. 🎢💡 Amid this block, I learned that pushing too hard for quick fixes adds to the frustration. Instead, I decided to roll with the punches, acknowledging that these slumps are a legitimate part of the creative process. Think of it like a cocoon stage – ideas brewing beneath the surface, waiting for their grand reveal. 🦋✨ Here are some no-nonsense tactics that helped me through the fog: 1️⃣ Take a Break: Seriously, step away. Go for a walk, binge-watch something, or just chill. Sometimes the best ideas hit you when you're not stressing about them. 2️⃣ Seek Inspiration: Whatever floats your boat – books, art, nature, random chats. Variety is the spice of creativity. 3️⃣ Collaborate and Connect: Chat with other creatives. Vent about your struggles. Odds are, they've been there too. Collaboration can stir up fresh ideas. 4️⃣ Set Small Goals: Break down your project into bite-sized tasks. Small victories can kickstart that creative mojo. 5️⃣ Reflect and Iterate: Take a moment. Reflect on what worked, and what tanked. Learn and tweak your approach. Remember, creative blocks aren't showstoppers; they're detours. Embrace the process, ride the waves, and trust that inspiration will swing by again. 💪✨ How do you handle creative blocks? Share your wisdom! 👇🚀

Just Unveiled My Creative Superpower! I took the Creative Types test and guess what? I'm officially a VISIONARY! Living in a world of infinite possibilities, imagining the impossible, and fueled by a passion for turning dreams into reality! Creative Strengths: Overflowing with big ideas and the ability to spot potential and possibility everywhere. Untapped Potential: Channeling those visions into consistent daily action. Ideal Collaborator: The one and only THINKER. Life is limited only by the boundaries of our beliefs, right? So here's to pushing limits and embracing the wild, wonderful world of creativity! To my fellow Visionaries out there: Let's keep dreaming big, but remember, our true power lies in taking consistent daily action to shape the future we envision. Shoutout to the THINKER types – you're my ideal collaborators! Your deep perception and probing intellect bring powerful clarity to my visions. Let's join forces and create some magic! Charismatic, expressive, and on a mission to inspire, I'm all about creating a community around shared values and ideals. Let's connect, collaborate, and make the impossible happen together! Huge shoutout to Adobe for this incredible initiative that made me feel amazed about my creative type! And special thanks to my dear crew member Yukta Menghani who is The DREAMER, for recommending me to take this journey. Try it out and discover your creative superpower too! Here's the link https://lnkd.in/dzydmhv8 Adobe👌 #MyCreativeType #CreativeJourney #VisionaryMindset #DreamBigActBigger #CollaborationOverCompetition #CreativityUnleashed #AdobeCreativeTypes

Is it too early to resurrect this? 🙈 Because we need to revisit the Marc Jacobs x Nara Smith collab. Mary Korlin-Downs, a smaller creator, came forward. Backstory: she alleges Nara stole her concept from December 2023, which was part of a gifted collab with Marc Jacobs. But I want to know 👀 What’s the line between copying and originality? From Marc’s point of view: If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. This concept worked the first time, so it's something their audience will gravitate towards again. Nara’s viewpoint: Social media evolves content. As a creator known for her “making things from scratch” videos, it’s possible she might not have seen this video before. Social media trends often build on and repurpose existing content. It's also possible the crossover went unnoticed due to Marc Jacobs' global structure; they might have separate teams handling small and big creators. Pro tip: ↳ Creators, know your worth. Carefully consider which partnerships should be paid to avoid future situations like this. What are your thoughts on this situation? Was Marc Jacobs at fault for not conducting proper due diligence?

In the world of creativity, it's not just about the highs—it's about the journey, with all its twists and turns. From moments of inspired brilliance to challenges that test our resolve, each step shapes us into better creators. 🌟 Want to dive deeper into navigating the highs and lows of your creative journey? Check out my latest blog post for insights and tips on finding balance in the rollercoaster ride of creativity! 📝✨ https://lnkd.in/g-YhBqzu #Creativity #EmbraceTheJourney

🤭Your team will love you if... You follow these steps dilligently 🎯Constructive feedback is an art that needs to be learned by all and not just creatives. Share your best feedback tips with me in the comments. #designcommunity #thebestdesigners #thebestchallenge30 #thebestdesignerslinkedinchallenge #communicationdesign #communicationskills

🌟 Let's Get Creative: Sparking Ideas with Imagination! 🚀💭 Hey everyone! Today, let's celebrate the awesome power of imagination in fueling our creativity! 💡🎨 It's like having a superpower that helps us think up cool stuff and make amazing things happen. 🌈 **Thinking Outside the Box**: Imagine you're coloring with crayons, but instead of sticking to the lines, you go wild and draw whatever you want! That's what imagination is all about—breaking rules and having fun. 🌟 **Dream Big, Do Big**: When we let our imaginations run wild, we come up with awesome ideas that can change the world! So let's dream big, take action, and make those dreams come true. 🚀 **Join the Fun**: How do you use your imagination to come up with cool stuff? Share your thoughts in the comments and let's inspire each other to keep being awesome! 💬💡 #ImagineItCreateIt #CreativeVibes #

What are we doing it for? Help people + your talent = your purpose - Brendon Collinsworth It’s something I wrestled around with a lot. Why do you want to create? Where I got to after years of ‘the doing bit’ is it isn’t about the thing, or even what the thing does, it’s what the thing does for others. This is the top bit of ‘why creativity’. Creativity is the way forward, because we are all needing the next bit. A way of doing something only lasts up to the point it doesn’t really work anymore. So we create, to re shape, and produce something greater than what we did before. Then others get to take that thinking, inspiration or concept, and reshape what they’re doing. And this is what makes us great creatives. We’ve helped change things, they’re better now. And things happen as a result. It’s a pattern of benefit. Our creativity is everyone else’s creativity. That’s why it’s worth it. It’s not hard work. It’s meaningful work.