Creative Coach | Mark McGuinness | Since 1996
Helping you thrive as a 21st Century Creative
Have you ever wondered what to do with your life? You have talent and skills. A little knowledge and experience. Maybe a job, maybe a few freelance gigs. But what you don't have is a Big Idea …
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Last week I saw an unusual busker at the railway station. Taro Hakase is a household name in his native Japan. As a violinist, he is equally at home in the worlds of classical and pop music. …
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I often say that there are two types of creative people: those who create things themselves; and those who help others create - as facilitators, directors, producers, managers, coaches or teachers. …
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Creative careers come in all shapes and sizes. They include classic artistic paths, in the fine arts, literature, music, drama and other performing arts. There are also traditional crafts and …
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Regular Lateral Action readers will know I'm a big believer in the power of focus. When it's time to produce, it's time to eliminate distractions - switch off the phone, e-mail, internet etc - and …
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1. A Story Is an Archetype Experienced storytellers will tell you there are no new stories, just endless variations on old tales. That was certainly Shakespeare's attitude, who would probably have …
Of all the writers I know, I have learned the most about how to be a productive creative person from Mark. His tips are always realistic, accessible, and sticky. It’s not just talk, this is productivity advice that will change your life.
~ Jocelyn K. Glei, author, host of the Hurry Slowly podcast, and Founding Editor, 99U