"Creativity has become my life's cause, not just my job. I've always been in love with it. I find it truly fascinating. We're going to need a lot of it to fix the world's problems."

Radim and Ben discuss their careers in the creative industry, focusing on diversification and neurodiversity's role in creativity. They address AI's growing influence and the fear surrounding its impact. The conversation emphasizes the need for personal growth, reinvention, and balancing constant content production with maintaining individual creativity.~

They explore how algorithms and social media affect creativity, warning against chasing metrics and conformity. Personal connection, email newsletters, and human content curation are highlighted as important. They stress self-awareness, setting boundaries with social media, and balancing creativity with rest. Ben shares his plans for coaching and workshops to support creativity.

Key moments

• Diversification is important in the creative industry to stay relevant and explore new opportunities.
• Neurodiversity is common in the creative field and can contribute to unique perspectives and approaches.
• The impact of AI in the creative world is uncertain, but it may become another tool in the creative toolkit.
• Personal growth and reinvention are necessary to adapt to a rapidly changing industry.
• The pressure to constantly produce content can lead to a loss of focus on individual creativity. Chasing metrics and conformity can stifle creativity and lead to a sea of sameness.
• Personal connection and email newsletters can provide a more meaningful and authentic way to engage with an audience.
• Finding a balance between social media and rest is crucial for maintaining mental clarity and creativity.
• Self-awareness and setting boundaries with social media can help prioritize meaningful work and relationships.
• Coaching and workshops can support individuals and businesses in embracing their creativity and finding their unique voice.

Mindful Creative: How to understand and deal with the highs and lows of creative life, career and business

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