Your World of Creativity

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In this episode, Mark talks with Gene S. Jones about his compelling new book Younger and Wiser. This is a book that travels beyond traditional formats to explore the full spectrum of human emotions and experiences. Utilizing pithy vignettes anchored by clever backstories, Younger and Wiser relates the eclectic saga of the author’s fascinating personal odyssey. The result is a mind-expanding reading adventure that expresses heartfelt emotions and life lessons while demonstrating a deep appreciation for humanity’s ability to improve itself. Featuring intimate storytelling and witty humor interspersed with profound wisdom, Younger and Wiser delivers bite-sized nuggets of invaluable insights for readers of all ages. (Listen midway through the interview for Gene to read one of the poems, Writer's Block.)Nationally acclaimed game show host Gene Jones has spent his life entertaining and inspiring other to achieve creative excellence. From seminars on innovation to more than thirty-five years of professional speech writing, the breadth of Jones’s extraordinary career in the world of entertainment spans more than four decades.Jones has also enjoyed notable success as a professional juggler, fire-eater, magician, producer, director, radio personality, arts administrator, and television sports commentator in addition to serving as Associate Editor of the Guinness Book of World Records. During that span of time, Jones often appeared on national television shows as the official Guinness Book of World Records spokesperson and world record judge.As a result of his work with the Guinness Book of World Records, Jones created the ingenious GIMME A HINT!® Trivia Game Show. Touring nationwide, he has performed this comedic theatrical game show more than twenty-five hundred times in the past three decades. In addition to hosting game shows, Jones frequently teaches his three signature seminars: The Nine Pillars of Creativity, The Art of Presentation, and The Art of Breakthrough Thinking. For major events and special occasions, Jones often writes customized speeches for his numerous long-time corporate and private clients.Jones’s most eclectic pursuit is in the field of Sound Healing. Utilizing Tibetan bowls, crystal bowls, tuning forks and exotic musical instruments, Jones has developed a sophisticated transformational sonic protocol. This unique program creates an exhilarating experience for individual clients as well as larger group meditations. In addition to leading transformational sound workshops, Jones is also a recipient of the Friendship Award from the United Nations for his concert performances with crystal bowls.Throughout his career Jones has written in a variety of genres ranging from radio commercials to murder mysteries. His unique backstory format in Younger and Wiser bridges the gap between literary memoir and free-form prose forming a powerful synthesis that is intimate and insightful.Penned over the course of Jones’s extensive career, often in exotic locations around the world, the poems of Younger and Wiser were collected in a leather briefcase that became their home for decades before being dusted off and distilled into passionate reflections brimming with wisdom and humor.Learn more about Gene and the book at dreamquestpublishing.comConnect with him at linkedin.com/in/genejonestrivia

Charlie Whyman is a Business Development Strategist, B2B LinkedIn Consultant and Trainer, Speaker and host of The Curiosity Key Podcast.She says "I believe that great businesses come from powerful networks built from authentic and strategic relationships."Charlie has experience working across more than 10 different industries and sectors in various commercial leadership roles -- as well as having experience as a Rowing and Olympic Weightlifting Coach.WHAT MAKES YOUR LINKEDIN NETWORK SO VALUABLE? You’ve heard people say that your network is your net worth well it’s true! You can use your network as a way to:Generate leads, enquiries, referrals and introductionsFollow-up with prospects and convert connections into customersBecome known in your industry so that people come to YOUGrow your reputationDemonstrate credibility and authorityFind referral partners and people to collaborate withLearn from othersKeep an eye on the competitionKeep up to date with what’s going on in your industryand more! Charlie shares her OTTER framework as a tool you can use to help you create a marketing strategy and plan. It will help you reduce marketing overwhelm, save time and do more with less. O – Set clear and measurable OBJECTIVES so that you know what to focus on and where to prioritize.T – Discover what TOOLS, Assets and Resources you have available to help you achieve your objectives.T – Understand where your gaps in skills and knowledge lie and what TRAINING you may need.E – Align your EXPECTATIONS both with yourself and the people you’re working with so you’re not disappointed and can work towards excellence.R – Regularly reflect and REVIEW progress so that you know what to start doing, stop doing and continue doing.Connect with her on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/charliewhymanJoin her Curious B2B Marketing Club at https://the-curious-b2b-marketing-club.mn.co/Listen to Charlie's podcast at https://player.captivate.fm/episode/c9c78d58-b684-4d22-a665-139e5f402bc3

Meet Dr. LisaShe is a speaker, writer, licensed clinical psychotherapist, PhD in addiction psychology, eating disorder professional, and hypnotherapist changing the view about obsessions.Dr. Lisa helps readers meet difficult challenges through practical, structured, step-by step advice and reveals how others have found relief and resolution of seemingly never-ending issues.Her new book Release Your Obsession With AGING: Heal from the Inside Out is a result of a lifelong journey of professional study and patient care, as well as her own self-discovery.In this episode, we discuss how to overcome many creative blocks -- real and imagined.Learn more about Dr. Lisa at https://weightcontroltherapy.com/See all her books at amazon.com/Dr-Lisa-Ortigara-CregoClick here to get Dr. Lisa's new book at amazon.com

Soma Stein is a mix of jazz-pop-infusion. Imagine Sara Bareilles meets Alicia Keyes.Soma’s style has evolved through various genres of music and has a crystal clear soulful voice.Soma strives to catch the ears of her audience with her originality and class. Her new song has just been released and you can watch the new video on YouTubeSoma says:"As far as I can remember, I have always had a knack for being creative. It was at the age of five, singing my heart out to The Little Mermaid when I realized I wanted to be a singer. Whitney Houston, TLC, and Mariah Carey are just a few artists from the 90's who highly influenced me at such a young age.""I figure the more love for music that you can spread around, it helps the world become a better place. Expression boosts confidence. Expression also relieves pain and usually conveys messages, meaningful to the artist.""I always know that there will be at least one person out there who digs my stuff. I don't fret because I know I'm just doing my own thing, and doing something I love.Like Soma sings in her songs, "We break a sweat and complicate it, while others like to sit and judge. It's no surprise we lose ourselves in this fight."She doesn't intend to lose herself to anything or anyone, except to the music that she loves.Connect with her at somastein.comFollow Soma on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/artist/7akTje34BPDGIsvKzqmv2ZAnd watch the video of Lover's Abloom at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4OvIzU9fIkMusic tracks are copyrighted, provided by the artist, and used with permission.

ART RIOS is on a mission to help people embrace the gift of today, enjoying life’s simple – and sometimes guilty – pleasures to their fullest.A trial lawyer by profession, a student of humanity by choice, and a friend to all by nature, he’s the author of Let’s Talk … About Making Life Exciting, Easier and Exceptional.A connoisseur of good old-fashioned gab, he advocates for the revival of genuine conversation as a way to connect with others, expand our minds, improve our world, and get more enjoyment and satisfaction from life. Strike up a conversation with Art in the Let’s Talk Community.

Highlights from my book, ForwardFast Brandinghttps://www.amazon.com/dp/1790592313Overcoming Obstacles to Acceleration      In the pharmaceutical industry, drug advertisements are required to show “fair balance” – this is the fine print section of an ad that lists side effects, warnings, precautions, etc. Given that I am in the business of marketing pharmaceuticals, I thought I would include a “fair balance” section to this branding model. Anyone can use ForwardFast as a “how-to” manual, but it is more than a checklist for you to tick off as you complete your branding. As I have stressed, this is as much an art as it is a science.     As discussed in the last chapter, one of the keys to making ForwardFast work is a focused, cross-functional team. Because of that, there are some inherent risks involved, which are related to the difficulties in engaging a full team and the in-team dysfunctions that arise. Also involved is the notion that simultaneous execution/implementation is impossible. There are also some smaller speed bumps that arise that I will discuss. And finally, there is the notion of timing and luck. These elements must all be in balance for a successful execution of this model, which is a lot to juggle. Of primary importance is a well-functioning team. Many books and resources exist for forging effective teams, including Lencioni’s Five Dysfunctions of a Team. He shares a series of pitfalls that teams typically run into. Each one builds on the next, and if you are not careful, the entire enterprise can fall apart or be so dysfunctional it might as well fall apart. I prefer to switch this around, and observe things from the opposite perspective – how each of these aspects can be applied to build a better team. Using Lencioni’s words, a team needs Trust, Conflict, Commitment, Accountability, and Attention to Results.1.    Trust     Trust is the ability to feel comfortable with vulnerability among team members. Innovation comes from openness, and I strive to make my people feel free to make mistakes, show weaknesses, admit to skill deficiencies and interpersonal shortcomings, and ask for help.       What happens in a team that shares trust is that, instead of focusing on strategic defensiveness, they work together to get the job done. Time is better spent, meetings are more productive, and morale is higher. The key to making this work is a culture of trust in the workspace, and that begins with yours truly setting the tone and the example. I have to be willing to admit to mistakes in front of the team, and I cannot punish team members for exhibiting vulnerability.2.    Conflict   Productive conflict helps teams grow. For conflict to be productive, it must be centered around concepts and ideas rather than on personal issues. This kind of conflict helps a team work out ideas to the best result. In branding business, this should be easy – everyone on the team should know that brand tastes differ -- but often there is a tendency to focus on speaking for one’s self, instead of the customer (doctor, patient, payor, etc.). Passion and emotion play a huge role in conflict, and in the discussion of how best to proceed, I strive to make team members feel comfortable sharing their true opinions. However, just because there is emotion involved, there should not be a feeling of anger at the end of the debate. The benefit to productive conflict is that it gets the issues out on the table and solved, rather than letting them linger and crop up again and again throughout the life of a project. Again, I see it as my role to promote productive conflict – first I model the proper behavior by not avoiding conflict when it arises; then I also allow team members to work out their own conflicts among themselves. If I constantly act as peacekeeper, no one wins.    One of the best examples of productive conflict is work with co-marketing partners. In a typical co-marketing arrangement, one big company and one small company work together on the branding effort of a major product. Sometimes these two companies will have conflicting goals. But I’ve found that creating a strong brand purpose and brand platform helps everyone work together on common strategy. With this foundation, the partners can more productively work through their differences.3.    Commitment Effective teams are committed to the group goals and to the customers’ benefit. In the health industry, there is an additional commitment to good health. Decisions of effective teams are made succinctly and clearly, and even those who voted against the chosen course of action go along with the decision because they know their opposition has been heard and considered. Effective teams move forward on a decision without any uncertainty that it will work because they kn

In my conversation with Marcus Eaton, Guitarist, Singer, and Songwriter, he talks about his:New collaborationsNew Song: "Step Aside" (with premiere of new video https://youtu.be/UzHw5x8qWCw)New approaches to workWatch the living room session of "Step Aside": https://youtu.be/oOS3RuoWbp4Website: www.marcuseaton.comEmail: Management: [email protected] (Liz Kamlet)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcuseatonmusic/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marcuseatonmusic/Twitter: https://twitter.com/marcuseatonOther: https://www.youtube.com/user/mqeatonAlso, mentioned in the interview: Jude Warne, writerjudewarne.com/www.thevinyldistrict.com/storefront/2020/06/marcus-eaton-the-tvd-interview/www.amazon.com/America-Band-Authorized-Jude-WarneAnother group that Marcus mentions: OK Gohttps://www.facebook.com/okgo/videos/1041316303000123

My interview with Dan Phippen covers so much ground from his life and career experience.We discussed:His involvement in the production of the recent FarmAid 2020His views on the state of the concert and live event business during the pandemicHis advice on breaking into and moving up in the music businessAlong the way, you get to know where Dan gets his creative inspiration and how he has applied it to his craft.Connect with him at linkedin.com/in/danphippen

You will gain so much information -- and inspiration -- from my interview with Becky Dembowski.Becky is a very driven author, mom, wife, gardener, photographer, and friend to all who need some extra care. She is a light-hearted, fearless spirit, filled with pure joy. She’s an anchor of strength to those who are seeking life and empowerment. Her sunny, positive personality is a blessing to all who are a part of her world.In this episode, Becky shares highlights of her book writing, publishing, and promotion journey. Most of all, she encourages creative people to always remember the passion which comes from the story in your heart.Learn more about her and order her books at beckydembowski.comScarlett's Journey is also available as an audiobook at www.amazon.com/Scarletts-Journey-Adventures-Runner-Duck

Nicholas Ind is a Professor at Kristiania University College in Oslo, Norway. He is also a Visiting Professor at ESADE, Barcelona and Edinburgh Napier University. He was a founder member of the Medinge Group – an international branding think tank.In this interview, Nicholas also draws upon his international experience as a consultant for organizations in FMCG, arts and culture, nonprofit, finance and fashion. He has worked on projects for adidas, Telia, Mexx, British Council, Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Unilever, The Economist Group, Wallenius Wilhelmsen, Telenor, The Swedish National Theatre, VSO, and Unicef.Nicholas is the author of thirteen books including The Corporate Image (1990/1992) – selected as a business book of the year; Terence Conran – The Authorised Biography (1995); The Corporate Brand (1997); Inspiration (2004), Living the Brand (2001/2004/2007), Branding Governance (2007), Meaning at Work (2011) and Brand Together (2012), Brand Desire (2016) and Co-creating Brands (2019). He is also the editor of Beyond Branding (2003), Brands with a Conscience (2016) and Branding Inside Out (2017).Nicholas has a BA degree in English Literature and History, an MBA and a PhD from the European Graduate School. He is a former Director of the Design Business Association, a member of the advisory board of Corporate Reputation Review, the editorial board of the Journal of Brand Management and is the European Editor of European Business Review. Learn more about him at http://nicholasind.com/Connect with him at https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-ind-a90ba23/

When you meet Lindzey Autumn through her songs in this episode, you'll know why I've come to love her music.Melody and verse have always been instinctive forms of self-expression for Lindzey Autumn. Lindzey started her lifelong habit of keeping a daily journal when she was only six. Lindzey’s vocal and guitar technique are self-taught. Music has been Lindzey’s comfort and companion her entire life. Now her music can be your friend as well. Whether you feel joyful and empowered or somber and introspective, nothing reaches the recesses of the human soul like music. You don’t have to be alone in your feelings.She released her first home-produced title “Headlights” in 2018 with the help of her friend Terry Zorich. Now, with the help of Nightowl Studios, she is thrilled to introduce her first official release, “Bad Influence.” "There’s a fairly cast-iron archetype for female voices in Country, Lindzey Autumn tore it apart with her empoweringly fierce debut single “Bad Influence”. The contemporary styling of the roots-deep sound and the amount of convictive within it will undoubtedly see Lindzey Autumn rising up from the underground in no time at all. Get her on your radar. You won’t want to miss her debut EP which is currently in the pipeline." from A&R Factory [one of the Top 10 Music Blogs in UK]Learn and listen more at lindzeyautumn.comMusic tracks are copyrighted, provided by the artist, and used with permission.

Enjoy this interview with Mark Stinson on Idaho's Money Show on 580 KIDO-AM. We're “Taking Care of Business," talking about the spirit of business in the Treasure Valley. You'll understand more about the entrepreneurial spirit and people who lead business here in the Treasure Valley of Idaho. Mark owns a company called Bioscience Bridge, a consultancy that works with healthcare related companies. Mark says, "Right in the name you have bio and science and bridge. We really look at the Biology of marketing and the Science of branding and try to Bridge companies from they are to where they want to be. These clients are pharmaceutical companies, diagnostic companies, and the like. Those are some of our clients and then all the treatments around that to keep you well and keep you healthy."Connect with me on LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/stinsonmarkFollow me on Facebook facebook.com/markstinsonauthorAnd visit my website at mark-stinson.com(I host my podcast with Captivate, the world's only growth-oriented podcast host™ - you can too, and get your first 7-days on me! www.captivate.fm/signup )

Meet the energetic and creative Korena Darnelle from Barbados.As a singer, writer, photographer, and podcaster, Korena embraces her busy life. We talk about how she is balancing all the hats she wears.I loved the insight she shared about a shift from "aspiring writer" or "someday thriving" -- to embracing the fact she has published work and is already attracting success.Listen to what inspires Korena. And her big dreams (including lunch with Steve Harvey and Michelle Obama).Korena invites you to follow her along her journey, as she will encourage you to start living your real life as well.Read more about her at korenadarnelle.comAnd listen to her podcast at anchor.fm/balancing-the-hatsThanks to you for being among the first listeners of our new podcast.Connect with me on LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/stinsonmarkFollow me on Facebook facebook.com/markstinsonauthorAnd visit my website at mark-stinson.com(I host my podcast with Captivate, the world's only growth-oriented podcast host™ - you can too, and get your first 7-days on me! www.captivate.fm/signup )

In this episode, I'll be sharing a powerful, yet fun tool to open up, dive in, and free up your ideas. It's the Journal and Play!book by SARK.I first met SARK at Transitions Bookstore in Chicago. SARK is well-known for her Living Juicy books.She introduced us to this journal as a way of continuing a journey to our creative spirits, to put our creative spirit in action. She wanted to make a journal more of a companion She even calls it an inspiration sandwich, stories to inspire our creative freedom. For me, I found this journal and playbook to be full of suggestions and inspirations, affirmations, and ways to play on paper. If you've never journaled before I highly recommend it.If you have journaled in a blank diary before, but felt it wasn't really productive or fueling your creativity, then try this book: SARK’s Journal and Play!book, a place to dream while awake.Learn about the book at www.amazon.com/Sarks-Journal-Play-BookConnect with SARK at planetsark.comThanks to you for being among the first listeners of our new podcast.Connect with me on LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/stinsonmarkFollow me on Facebook facebook.com/markstinsonauthorAnd visit my website at mark-stinson.com(I host my podcast with Captivate, the world's only growth-oriented podcast host™ - you can too, and get your first 7-days on me! www.captivate.fm/signup )

Diego Kolsky is a proven design leader with over twenty years of experience building and leading creative teams for global agencies, iconic brands, and startups.He works in structured collaboration with leading technologists and creatives: futurists; visual designers; UX; software development; industrial and environmental design; CG; filmmakers, and more. He is also a professor of graduate studies at Pratt Institute in New York.Diego is working on innovations, profound transformations and high-impact initiatives for massive corporations and bold startups. In this interview, Mark and Diego talk about principles and methods of design to solve business needs through deep involvement and integration of customers.Learn more about him at diegokolsky.comAnd connect with him at linkedin.com/in/diegokolskyThanks to you for being among the first listeners of our new podcast.Connect with me on LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/stinsonmarkFollow me on Facebook facebook.com/markstinsonauthorAnd visit my website at mark-stinson.com(I host my podcast with Captivate, the world's only growth-oriented podcast host™ - you can too, and get your first 7-days on me! www.captivate.fm/signup )

Mark talks with Peter John Comber, and they explore how Collaborative Creativity works to improve the way businesses operate.Peter provides details on Collaborative Creativity and its use for:Understanding the point of view and emotions of othersComprehending and resolving complex issuesImproving collaboration within and between diverse groupsUncovering useful insights, subconscious bias and beliefsIdentifying the shared values of a given groupGenerating co-authored ideas and strategies.Now, in Peter's new book, "The Forces of Collaborative Creativity" you can learn about his unique practical experience with the power of group creativity. He outlines the five forces of Collaborative Creativity: Invention, Empathy, Self-discovery, Realization and Cohesion.And he describes how living in the creative center of Milan, Italy helps fuel his own creativity.Learn more about Peter and his work at peter-comber.netGet the new book on Amazon at amazon.com/Forces-Collaborative-Creativity Or direct from the publisher at practicalinspiration.comThanks to you for being among the first listeners of our new podcast.Connect with me on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/stinsonmarkFollow me on Facebook www.facebook.com/markstinsonauthorAnd visit my website at www.mark-stinson.com(I host my podcast with Captivate, the world's only growth-oriented podcast host™ - you can too, and get your first 7-days on me! www.captivate.fm/signup )

Much of Brian Grazer’s success — as a #1 New York Times bestselling author, Academy Award–winning producer, father, and husband — comes from his ability to establish genuine connections with almost anyone. In this episode, I review his book, Face to Face, in which he takes us around the world and behind the scenes of some of his most iconic movies and television shows, like A Beautiful Mind, Empire, Arrested Development, American Gangster, and 8 Mile. He shows just how much in-person encounters have revolutionized his life — and how they have the power to change yours.The book is at amazon.com and read more about Brian Grazer's curiosity at grazeriscurious.comThanks to you for being among the first listeners of my new podcast.Connect with me on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/stinsonmarkFollow me on Facebook www.facebook.com/markstinsonauthorAnd visit my website at www.mark-stinson.com(I host my podcast with Captivate, the world's only growth-oriented podcast host™ - you can too, and get your first 7-days on me! www.captivate.fm/signup )

RENAE is a musician and creator of magical things. She makes powerful music & mindful experiences that light you up and help you remember how amazing you are.In this episode, I review and share the track "Ripples" from her album ALIGN. It was recorded at Abbey Road Studios in London."Ripples" is one of 7 tracks on the album that resonates with the sound of each of our 7 chakras. I'm please to spread these empowering musical messages for my listeners. Because as Renae sings, "It's all about the Ripples." Enjoy!Listen and learn more about Renae at renaemusic.comThanks to you for being among the first listeners of my new podcast.Connect with me on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/stinsonmarkFollow me on Facebook www.facebook.com/markstinsonauthorAnd visit my website at www.mark-stinson.com(I host my podcast with Captivate, the world's only growth-oriented podcast host™ - you can too, and get your first 7-days on me! www.captivate.fm/signup )

"Stories are my art, and I'm enthusiastic about sharing them," says Erik Slangerup.Erik is a children's book author, app maker, and storyteller."Plucked" is his debut middle grade novel, due for release Summer 2022 by Aladdin Books (Simon & Schuster). "Smacked" is the planned sequel to follow in 2023. Eric's previously published picture books include "Dirt Boy," "Monsterlicious," and "Santa and Me."Erik is also co-creator of StorySnacker, the award-winning read-aloud app for parents on the go, available on the App Store. In 2019, it was ranked "Top 5 in the World for Family & Kids" by the Webby Awards. It features a library of snack-size stories, and has collected 8 international awards.Keep track of Erik and his stories on Twitter at @erikslangerupThanks to you for being among the first listeners of our new podcast.Connect with me on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/stinsonmarkFollow me on Facebook www.facebook.com/markstinsonauthorAnd visit my website at www.mark-stinson.com(I host my podcast with Captivate, the world's only growth-oriented podcast host™ - you can too, and get your first 7-days on me! www.captivate.fm/signup )

I'm happy to add this BONUS interview with Evans Baiya as he shares the key factors in innovation for the future.With his own brand of enthusiasm and passion, Evans talked with me and my co-host Kirstin Gooldy on our podcast, ENTELECHY LEADERSHIP STORIES.Dr. Baiya is a technology and innovation strategist with nearly two decades of experience in information technology, product development, health engagement solutions, semiconductor engineering, and intellectual property strategy.Evans has held global leadership positions in engineering management and strategic product development and marketing. His extensive experience includes the development of technologies and strategies with companies such as Samsung, IBM, Intel, Nokia, Microsoft, Texas Instruments, World International Patent Office, and others.As a successful author, Evans has published more than 30 peer-reviewed publications and holds several technology patents. He is also the author of The Innovator’s Advantage: Revealing the Hidden Connection Between People and Process, which he co-authored with Ron Price. He holds a PhD in engineering and technology development, a master of business administration, and has completed postgraduate studies in chemistry, electrical engineering, business strategy and intellectual property with Harvard Business School. Learn more about Evans' work at theinnovatorsadvantage.comThanks to you for being among the first listeners of our new podcast.Connect with me on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/stinsonmarkFollow me on Facebook www.facebook.com/markstinsonauthorAnd visit my website at www.mark-stinson.com(I host my podcast with Captivate, the world's only growth-oriented podcast host™ - you can too, and get your first 7-days on me! www.captivate.fm/signup )

Earlier this year, I published Customer CHEMistry with principles of relationship-building and lessons learned from my experiences.In this episode, I share highlights from an interview about the book that I did with Eric Cabral for Entrepreneurs Circle.Thanks to you for being among the first listeners of our new podcast.Connect with me on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/stinsonmarkFollow me on Facebook www.facebook.com/markstinsonauthorAnd visit my website at www.mark-stinson.com(I host my podcast with Captivate, the world's only growth-oriented podcast host™ - you can too, and get your first 7-days on me! www.captivate.fm/signup )

Michael Robinson is General Manager of FCC Angkor by Avani in Siem Reap, Cambodia.Michael began his career in hospitality at home in New Zealand, then it took him to work across the US, Middle East, and Asia.We laughed that I may have followed him around to many of the hotels he's worked at including LaJolla, Dubai, and Vietnam. In fact, I met Michael last year when he was General Manager for Caravelle Saigon in Ho Chi Minh City.In this podcast, we talk about his roots in hospitality (both service and business), and how he uses creativity to design guest experiences.Learn about his hotel at www.avanihotels.com/en/angkor-siem-reapAnd get to know Michael at linkedin.com/in/michael-robinson-a6985735Thanks to you for being among the first listeners of our new podcast.Connect with me on LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/stinsonmarkFollow me on Facebook facebook.com/markstinsonauthorAnd visit my website at mark-stinson.com(I host my podcast with Captivate, the world's only growth-oriented podcast host™ - you can too, and get your first 7-days on me! www.captivate.fm/signup )

I loved re-connecting with my friend Joe Burke. His creative interests and projects are wide-ranging from directing, acting, writing, and podcasting.We talked about his source of inspiration, how he gets unstuck, and how he stays the course all the way to producing and launching the work. Plus, we have an honest dialogue on how to handle the down periods.Hear Joe describe how saying "YES" to more work helps build your craft and your confidence.See all that Joe is up to at www.joeburke.netThanks to you for being among the first listeners of our new podcast.Connect with me on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/stinsonmarkFollow me on Facebook www.facebook.com/markstinsonauthorAnd visit my website at www.mark-stinson.com(I host my podcast with Captivate, the world's only growth-oriented podcast host™ - you can too, and get your first 7-days on me! www.captivate.fm/signup )

Because this podcast is all about inspiration, I'm excited to share music by Olivia Klugman.Olivia blends her rich, classically trained vocals with a love for storytelling and vulnerability in her music. Her debut EP "Fire Alarm" tells her personal coming-of-age story through acoustic melodies. In addition to sharing her original "Fire Alarm", I love her cover of Joni Mitchell's "Cactus Tree." As soon as we can all gather again, I'm anxious to have Olivia at a house party to bring her musical mood to the occasion.Learn and listen more at oliviaklugman.comMusic tracks are copyrighted, provided by the artist, and used with permission.Thanks to you for being among the first listeners of our new podcast.Connect with me on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/stinsonmarkFollow me on Facebook www.facebook.com/markstinsonauthorAnd visit my website at www.mark-stinson.com(I host my podcast with Captivate, the world's only growth-oriented podcast host™ - you can too, and get your first 7-days on me! www.captivate.fm/signup )

In this episode, Mark shares his review of the Design Kit Travel Pack.This kit features bite-sized design tools to spark creativity and collaboration by IDEO.orgThe exercises have been curated by IDEO.org designers based on their experience in the field. This card deck can be used by anyone tackling big challenges to design more creative, impactful solutions to big challenges.Get yours at https://www.designkit.org/resources/9Thanks to you for being among the first listeners of our new podcast.Connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/stinsonmark/Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/markstinsonauthorAnd visit my website at www.mark-stinson.com(I host my podcast with Captivate, the world's only growth-oriented podcast host™ - you can too, and get your first 7-days on me! www.captivate.fm/signup )

On UNLOCKING YOUR WORLD OF CREATIVITY, best-selling author and global brand innovator, Mark Stinson introduces you to some of the world’s leading creative talent from publishing, film, animation, music, restaurants, medical research, and more.In every episode, you'll discover: How to tap into your most original thinking. Inspiration from the experts’ own experience. Specific tools, exercises, and formulas to organize your ideas. And most of all, you’ll learn how to make connections and create opportunities to publish, post, record, display, sell, market, and promote your creative work.Listen for the latest insights for creative people who want to stop questioning themselves and overcome obstacles to launch their creative endeavors out into the world.Connect with Mark Stinson at www.Mark-Stinson.com