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221: A Focus on Creativity
Episode 221

221: A Focus on Creativity

David & Mike consider the relationship between productivity & creativity, how focus plays a role in the creative process, and the details of their own creativity systems.

Focused · David Sparks and Mike Schmitz

January 14, 20251h 3m

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Show Notes

David & Mike consider the relationship between productivity & creativity, how focus plays a role in the creative process, and the details of their own creativity systems.

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