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Why Creativity Is Uncomfortable And What You Can Do About It with Bill Small
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Why Creativity Is Uncomfortable And What You Can Do About It with Bill Small

Digital Creator · Dylan Schmidt

January 13, 202314m 42s

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Show Notes

Creativity seems to flow effortlessly to some, and seem like a task for others. Creativity is a skill that anyone can develop, and today's guest on Digital Podcaster is Bill Small who is here to share his wisdom on honing creativity and developing it into a skill.   

Bill Small is a performer, musician and coach living in Austin, Texas. He has helped many people find their creative spark and develop it into a skill that can be used in all aspects of life.   

During this episode, Bill discusses the importance of creativity and how to make it a part of your life. He'll talk about techniques for developing creative ideas and how to use creativity as a tool for success. Additionally, Bill will share his experiences with creativity and what has and hasn't worked for him.   

Key Takeaways:   

  • You can find creativity in the most unexpected places.   
  • Bill's advice for all of his clients who are feeling anxious is to immediately turn off the news.   
  • Creativity can be extremely uncomfortable and it's part of the process. It doesn't mean that you're doing anything wrong.   
  • When Bill is playing music every night on tour, he has no choice but to get in the flow. When something is on the line, other people watching for example, it can be the perfect way to start being creative.   
  • Bill recognizes that he is more likely to see a project through until the end when he is working with a partner.   
  • Connecting with someone on the same creative journey can often be a great way to stay inspired and motivated.   
  • Creativity can take you further than some people expect - it's not just about writing music, it's about so much more. It applies to every area of life and if you work hard at honing your creativity, the sky is the limit.   

Click here to learn more about Bill Small.   

Click here to listen to Bill's podcast (with cohost Miles Hanson) The Subtle Art of Not Yelling.