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The accidental creative

How to Be Brilliant at a Moment's Notice

Book • 2011

The Accidental Creative is a comprehensive guide designed for individuals whose jobs involve producing ideas, projects, and deliverables.

Todd Henry addresses the challenges faced by creatives in demanding work environments and provides a blueprint for managing and enhancing creativity.

The book is divided into two main sections: The Dynamics and Creative Rhythm.

It outlines five key practices—Focus, Relationships, Energy, Stimuli, and Hours—to help readers improve their creative output.

Henry emphasizes the importance of intentionality, whole-life planning, and effective time management to maintain creativity and productivity.

The book is highly recommended for creatives, leaders, and anyone involved in generating new ideas and acting upon them.

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Mentioned in 8 episodes

Mentioned by

Todd Henry

as a book he wrote, offering insights into creativity and note-taking.

Are You a Collector, Or a Curator?

Mentioned by

Todd Henry

as highlighting that best work happens with awareness and discipline.

Lessons From Future You: How To Use Distancing To Unlock Brilliant Ideas

Mentioned by

Todd Henry

as the title of a chapter in his first book.

Cover Bands Don't Change The World (Inside The Creative's Mind)

Mentioned by

Todd Henry

as a book emphasizing the importance of problem-solving over project-based work.

Mentioned by

Todd Henry

as containing practices expounded upon in the talk.

Brilliance Under Pressure (Todd Henry Live in Scottsdale, AZ)

Mentioned by

Jay Clouse

as the author of five books on creativity and productivity.

#85: Todd Henry – Practices to help you be more creative on-demand

Mentioned by

Todd Elliott

as the author of several books and a speaker at Philo in 2025.

Episode 125: Todd Henry

Mentioned by

Todd Henry

as a book containing insights on overcoming creative blocks.

Mentioned by

Liana Lehua

when discussing productivity.

556: Video Conferencing Deep Dive, with Liana Lehua

Mentioned by

Ryan Hawk

as one of

Todd Henry

's five bestselling books.

394: Todd Henry - The Hidden Forces That Drive Your Best Work (The Motivation Code)

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