Is creativity just for artists? Nope.

In this episode, we break down what creativity actually is – and how to cultivate more of it in your everyday life. From Martha Beck’s take on left-brain vs. right-brain thinking to AI’s role in amplifying (not replacing) creativity, we explore what it means to think expansively.

Plus, how a spontaneous subway adventure (with a little AI help) turned into the ultimate exercise in creative thinking.

Want to tap into your own creative genius? Let’s dive in.

Episode Highlights:

• Left brain vs. right brain: What Martha Beck teaches about creativity
• AI and creativity: Why better questions lead to better answers
• Why creativity isn’t just about art—it’s about how we think
• How a subway ride became an unexpected creative adventure

Resources:

• Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert – Amazon
• The Way of Integrity by Martha Beck – Amazon
• Beyond Anxiety by Martha Beck – Amazon
• A Whole New Mind by Daniel Pink – Amazon

If you had to give advice to a group of students about life and career – without a script – what would you say? Join us as we unpack a spontaneous talk given to postgrad PR students and explore the bigger questions: What makes you, you? How do you bring that into your career? And why do so many of us chase external success before understanding ourselves?

From the power of self-reflection to Keith Cunningham’s game-changing P = G + C formula, we discuss why figuring out who you are is the key to doing meaningful work. Plus, how many people would stay in their chosen careers if money weren’t a factor?

Episode Highlights:

• Why self-awareness matters more than skills.
• A powerful thought experiment: What if money wasn't an issue?
• Passion = Growth + Contribution – Keith Cunningham’s life-changing formula.
• How changing paths can help you find purpose.

Resources Mentioned:

• The Road Less Stupid by Keith Cunningham – Amazon
• Positive Psychology – Tal Ben-Shahar’s work – website
• The Billion-Dollar Question Exercise – A framework for rethinking your career.

What if you could tap into a state where time disappears, creativity skyrockets, and productivity increases by 500%? That’s the power of Flow State.

From a game-changing trip to Dubai to the neuroscience behind flow, we explore cultivating this elusive state in work, sports, and even everyday tasks. Plus, discover low’s kryptonite and how to design your life for more focused, fulfilling work.

And if you think flow is only for those who love what they do? Think again. We’ll also dive into a factory worker’s surprising flow hack and how you can reframe even mundane tasks to access this powerful state.

Ready to tap into your zone of genius? Let’s go.

Episode Highlights:

• What is Flow State? The science behind peak performance.
• How an unplanned trip led to ultimate flow.
• Why your phone might be killing your best work.
• Simple hacks to access your peak state.

Resources:

• Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi – Amazon
• The Art of Impossible by Steven Kotler – Amazon
• Study on Flow & Productivity: 500% boost in output – Study Link
• Pomodoro Technique: The 25-minute focus hack – Website