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"Create Value, Not Content"
🕑 Added 2020-01-09 13:06:00 +0000 UTCPatreon Exclusive! In this "Maximal" episode, Joshua and Ryan discuss the lessons they’ve learned from their years of blogging and podcasting, and they answer the following questions:
How do I appropriately rebrand a public-facing endeavor like podcasting without being perceived as inauthentic? (14:11)
How do I overcome procrastination and laziness? (22:41)
How can minimalism feed creativity? (27:37)
How do I deal with slumps and self-doubt? (32:16)
What’s the ideal creative environment to stay focused? (34:44)
How do I create engaging social media posts? (38:11)
Is creativity learnable and improvable? (43:16)
What are the most common misconceptions about creativity? (45:48)
How can I help others nurture their creativity? (48:20)
Is it realistic to attempt a large creative project initially, or attempt smaller, more manageable projects first? (50:24)
How do I find time for creative writing despite overwhelming personal and professional obligations and responsibilities? (53:32)
LINKS
Article: 2019 Podcast Stats and Facts
Book: Atomic Habits
Book: Both Flesh and Not
Book: Everything That Remains
Book: The Dip
Course: How to Write Better
Essay: How to Start a Successful Blog in 2020
Essay: How to Start a Successful Podcast
Essay: How to Understand Your Values
Essay: Packing Party
Instagram: Jordan Moore
Instagram: Podcast Shawn
Instagram: Jessica Williams
Listen: Noah Gundersen
Podcast: Craig Groeschel
Podcast: L.A. Meekly
Podcast: Ryan Nicodemus
Podcast: Derek Sivers
Podcast: Chad Veach
MAXIMS
“We often confuse the instruments of creativity with creativity itself.” —Joshua Fields Millburn
“Unlimited resources can kill creativity.” —Joshua Fields Millburn
“If you want to nurture creativity, ask questions often.” —Joshua Fields Millburn
This Maximal episode corresponds with Minimal episode 214.
Comments
Sandi Peterson
I gained a ton of value from this episode. Felt like you were talking directly to me! Thank you for all you do.
Margaret Herman
Tim Ferris mentioned this article in his newsletter and it ties in well to this discussion. ➡️20 Podcast Predictions for 2020 from Top Industry Leaders by Steve Pratt (@steveprattca) of Pacific Content.
