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May 13, 2025
The Creativity Choice
In this episode, we dive deep into what it really means to choose creativity, rather than simply waiting for inspiration to strike. We open with the fascinating origin story of Photoshop—how a grad student’s simple problem-so...
May 6, 2025
How To Stay Optimistic, and the DNA of Great Brands
In this episode, we dive deep into why optimism is far more than just wishful thinking—it's a practical, essential quality for doing brave, creative work and leading others with clarity. We explore how maintaining optimistic ...
April 29, 2025
Why You Get Stuck (and What To Do About It)
In this episode, we dig deep into the experience of “stuckness” that every creative pro and leader faces when tackling hard problems. We challenge the typical advice of “just push through,” and instead reveal the true root ca...
April 22, 2025
Are You a Collector, Or a Curator?
In today’s episode of Daily Creative, we dive into the crucial distinction between being a collector and a curator in the digital age. With endless streams of information bombarding us daily, it’s easy to fall into the trap o...
April 15, 2025
Manage Up
In this episode, we dive into managing uncertainty with Todd Henry and special guest Melody Wilding. We share insights on thriving in uncertain times, including building chaos-proof rituals, asking transformative questions, a...
April 8, 2025
The Magical Power of Strategic Indifference
In this episode of Daily Creative, we delve into the concept of "Strategic Indifference," a powerful approach to leadership and creativity. We share insights on how Steve Jobs exemplified this concept when he returned to Appl...
April 1, 2025
Reverse The Search
In this episode of Daily Creative, we discuss how to make yourself stand out in a competitive job market by reversing the traditional job search approach. We highlight the inspiring story of Nina Mufleh , who broke through th...
March 25, 2025
Wild Courage
In this episode of Daily Creative we are joined by Jenny Wood , author of Wild Courage and former executive at Google. We delve into the concept of mediocrity and how many bright creatives can inadvertently settle for less du...
March 18, 2025
Trust + Enough
In this episode of Daily Creative, we dive into the essential dynamics of trust within creative organizations and our personal relationship with money. We start with a discussion on how trust is foundational in the creative p...
March 11, 2025
Two Moments
In this episode of Daily Creative, we share insights from my recent (grueling, yet rewarding) speaking tour across the United States, where I delivered nine keynote presentations in just 14 days. My travel provided me with v...
Feb. 25, 2025
Bambino (replay)
Chances are, you're probably not taking enough shots. In this episode, we explore the importance of starting more and letting go of the pressure to finish everything. We discuss how embracing parallel creation and being unafr...
Feb. 18, 2025
Brave New World
In this episode we delve into the concept of adopting a brave mindset in our daily lives, drawing inspiration from Todd Henry's book "The Brave Habit." Throughout the episode, we discuss the significance of choosing which na...
Feb. 11, 2025
10% Better?
In this episode, we delve into the powerful concept of incremental improvement, using the inspiring example of one writer's simple but effective writing routine. We're joined via a 2016 interview by Dan Harris, author of "10%...
Feb. 5, 2025
Outsiders
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating story of Fred Cox, a former NFL kicker for the Minnesota Vikings, who transitioned from the football field to becoming the inventor of the Nerf football. His story showcases how i...
Jan. 28, 2025
Inspire
In today’s episode, we welcome Adam Galinsky, social psychologist, leadership expert, and author of the book "Inspire." Galinsky discusses the concept of the "leader amplification effect" and describes his visionary-exemplar-...
Jan. 21, 2025
Assassins
In today's episode of Daily Creative, we dive into the subtle yet powerful dynamics that can undermine our creative potential. Imagine you're driving down a familiar road, and your car begins to pull to one side, requiring co...
Jan. 14, 2025
Defy
In this episode, we explore the nature of taking a stand. Our guest, Dr. Sunita Sah (author of Defy ), a professor at Cornell University and an organizational psychologist, joins us to delve deep into the concept of defiance....
Jan. 7, 2025
Hunch
In this episode we explore the importance of remaining open to unexpected detours and serendipitous moments in our creative and personal lives. Our guest, Bernadette Jiwa, a recognized authority on storytelling in business i...
Dec. 17, 2024
Good Thinking
In this episode, we explore the importance of the narratives we surround ourselves with, as highlighted by our guest, Gabriel Reilich, the head of content and innovation at Upworthy and author of the book Good People . Gabrie...
Dec. 10, 2024
So Emotional
Show Notes: Daily Creative - "So Emotional" In this episode of Daily Creative, we explore the profound impact of emotion in our creative processes. We begin with a captivating story about Walt Disney and how his emotional res...
Dec. 3, 2024
Early Bird, Second Mouse
In this episode, we delve into the question of whether it's better to be first to market... or second. Safi Bahcall, author of "Loonshots," discusses the importance of nurturing big ideas and differentiates between product-ty...
Nov. 19, 2024
Why Productive Passion Is Your Advantage (keynote)
In this episode we revisit Todd's powerful talk delivered at Schermerhorn Symphony Hall in Nashville, TN for the Story Conference. Todd discusses the importance of shunning comfort zones, overcoming fear, and identifying your...
Nov. 12, 2024
Kinder
In this episode, we reflect on the importance of vulnerability and kindness in fostering meaningful relationships, both personal and professional. Our guest, James Rhee, author of Red Helicopter , recounts an impactful kinde...
Nov. 5, 2024
Say What They Can't Unhear
In today's episode, we dive deep into the intriguing world of perception and communication. It all begins with a story about how a seemingly simple movie night turned into a revelation about differing perspectives. We explore...