Todd Henry discusses productivity, creativity, and teamwork. He uses Scrivener for distraction-free writing. The importance of routines for creative output is highlighted. Strategies for overcoming self-doubt in writing and finding creative voice are explored.

Todd Henry, a prolific author and speaker on creativity in workplaces, shares insights on unlocking creative potential. He discusses cultivating daily habits that enhance both creativity and productivity, emphasizing structured routines and spontaneous practices. Todd highlights the importance of reflection and adapting to challenges, revealing that creativity exists in everyone. He also explores fostering collective creativity in teams and balancing personal and professional identities, providing practical strategies for nurturing creativity in daily routines.

Todd Henry, author of The Brave Habit, discusses the difference between courage and bravery and introduces the five-part ritual of the Brave Habit. He shares personal experiences of overcoming teenage hospitalization and emphasizes the importance of cultivating agency and taking action. The podcast also explores the different forms of brave choices, the importance of moments and personal knowledge management, and the concept of failing your way to growth.

Join industry experts Todd Henry, a creativity and productivity author, Jason Feifer, the editor of Entrepreneur magazine, and Matt Gartland, a digital marketing entrepreneur, for a lively roundtable discussion. They tackle the significance of authenticity and bravery in business. Expect insights on evolving podcasting landscapes, the importance of building audience connections, and the challenges of book publishing. They share how rebranding can foster deeper engagement and reflect on the necessity of embracing change for lasting success.

Todd Henry is the author of five books, including The Accidental Creative, Die Empty, Louder Than Words, Herding Tigers, and The Motivation Code. His books have been translated into more than a dozen languages.He’s the host of The Accidental Creative podcast, which has more than 10 million downloads. And he’s built one heck of a reputation as an international speaker as well, keynoting more than 30 events per year at times.In this episode, we talk about how you can become more creative on-demand, honing your intuition, why vine keepers destroy perfectly good grapes, Todd’s Idea Factory, and why Deadlines make his whole creative business run.Subscribe to Accidental CreativeLearn more about Todd HenryFull transcript and show notes***RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE→ #2: James Clear***WHEN YOU'RE READY📬 Creator Science Newsletter🚀 Get CreatorHQ (creator operating system)🧪 Join The Lab (private membership community)🧞‍♂️ Get a Personalized Offer***CONNECT🐦 Connect on Twitter📸 Connect on Instagram💼 Connect on LinkedIn📹 Subscribe on YouTube***SPONSORS💼 View all sponsors and offers***SAY THANKS💜 Leave a review on Apple Podcasts🟢 Leave a rating on Spotify

Todd Henry, author of The Motivation Code, dives deep into the fascinating world of motivation, unpacking 27 unique themes that drive personal and professional growth. He emphasizes the significance of self-awareness, revealing how understanding one's motivational style can enhance both individual productivity and team dynamics. The conversation explores how recognizing these themes can support better collaboration and reduce conflicts in teams. Todd also highlights the enduring nature of core motivations, underlining their role in fulfilling careers.

Today’s guest is an expert in cultivating creativity — and in remaining consistent over the long arc of content creation. Todd Henry is the author of six books, and today we’re talking about how to stay motivated in the publishing industry, where the market reflects winner-take-all dynamics, and the long tail is verrrry long. More About Todd: Todd is the author of six books, including The Accidental Creative, Die Empty, Louder Than Words, Herding Tigers, and Motivation Code, and host of The Accidental Creative podcast and the Herding Tigers podcast. He empowers companies and teams to be creative, prolific, and brilliant in their work through his books, podcasts, and keynote speaking. He is the host of the 17-year-running Accidental Creative podcast, and today we’re going behind the scenes His new book, Daily Creative: A Practical Guide for Staying Prolific, Brilliant, and Healthy, encourages you to thrive as a creative through daily practice.🌟3 Key Takeaways: Solve a problem that people know they have; frame your products and services in terms of how they accomplish a job that people need done. Your creativity is one of your most precious resources. Protect your Idea Factory and measure the quantity and quality of ideas you generate Set Wildly Important Goals; Todd’s are: quality, awareness, and revenue diversity. Every day you should be figuring out how your work will help you achieve them. 📝Permission: Practice pruning; there’s probably something you’re doing right now that has already served its purpose and run its course. You hereby have permission to drop it!✅Do (or Delegate) This Next: Outline your business model as a flywheel. For help with this, read Jim Collins’ fantastic monograph, Turning the Flywheel.📘Books Mentioned: Free Time: Lose The Busywork, Love Your Business Pivot: The Only Move That Matters Is Your Next One The Accidental Creative: How to Be Brilliant at a Moment's Notice Die Empty: Unleash Your Best Work Every Day Louder than Words: Harness the Power of Your Authentic Voice Herding Tigers: Be the Leader That Creative People Need The Motivation Code: Discover the Hidden Forces That Drive Your Best Work Turning the Flywheel: A Monograph to Accompany Good to Great Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't The Practice: Shipping Creative Work 🔗Resources Mentioned:  Todd on the web, Instagram: @toddhenry, Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook Todd’s Podcasts: The Accidental Creative podcast, Herding Tigers podcast Articles: NYT on the long tail of book publishing: Will the Biggest Publisher in the U.S. Get Even Bigger? Video: Elizabeth Gilbert’s TED Talks: Your Elusive Creative Genius, Success Failure and the Drive to Keep Creating   🎧Related Podcast Episodes:  111: Building a Second Brain with Tiago Forte 123: “Pricing is Branding” — Anti-Time Management with Richie Norton Pivot 051: Die Empty with Todd Henry Pivot 088: Artist Seth Price on Finding Freedom in Bad Ideas, Balancing Commerce and Creation in Business Pivot 254: The Practice—On Generosity, Peculiarity, and Showing Up with Seth Godin   💻 Access Free Time episode transcripts on Podscribe »🌟Enjoying the show? The best way to thank us is by leaving a rating or review.❤️Consider joining Jenny’s private BFF community, where you’ll get access to a monthly Q&A call, a private podcast feed with bonus content, and a community forum to exchange ideas and feedback with fellow Heart-Based Business owners.💌 Subscribe to the Time Well Spent newsletter: http://itsfreetime.com/join🛠 Get instant access to the Free Time Toolkit: http://itsfreetime.com/toolkit 💬 I’d love to hear what’s on your mind! Take the Free Time listener survey☎️ Submit a voice question or comment for future episodes: http://itsfreetime.com/ask🎧 Make sure you’re subscribed wherever you listen to podcasts📝 Check out full show notes and links from this episode and share it with a friend! https://itsfreetime.com/episodes/127 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Todd Henry, founder of Accidental Creative, discusses the distinctions between bravery and heroism, the importance of claiming agency, and the application of the brave habit to daily work and team dynamics. He shares personal insights on redefining his business and highlights the need for an optimistic vision. Learn how to cultivate bravery as a daily habit and lead boldly into the future.

Self-described 'arms dealer for the creative revolution' Todd Henry discusses cultivating bravery in creative leadership. Topics include AI in creativity, music evolution, decision-making, and emotional reflections on loss and acceptance.

Author and podcaster Todd Henry joins the host to discuss bravery in the creative process, sharing examples of transforming fears into inspiration. They explore the importance of breaking away from old methods and setting short-term goals for effective planning and flexibility.

What drives us to unleash our best work? And how do we tap into that drive to get superior results? Today’s author explains how understanding our own motivational themes can help us have conversations, make decisions, and even choose better career paths. Join Joe & Mike as they attempt to understand what really makes them tick. Links Support the Show Bookworm #106: Brain Wash Hidrate Spark Steel Moodnotes Reeder Widgetsmith Timery The Social Dilemma Ten Arguments for Deleting Your Social Media Accounts Right Now by Jaron Lanier Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (Film) Ten Percent Happier The Motivation Code by Todd Henry StrengthsFinder MCODE Assessment (Free) Bookworm #69: Emotional Intelligence Analog Joe Rocket Fuel by Gino Wickman and Mark Winters Bookworm #103: How to Be Everything Michael Jordan’s Hall of Fame Speech Die Empty by Todd Henry TakesTwo Assessment The Practice by Seth Godin Bowling Alone by Robert Putnam Twitch.tv/bookwormfm Join the Club Recommend a Book Book List Leave a Review Mike's Rating: 2.5Cory's Rating: 4.0

Todd Henry, teaches leaders and organizations how to establish practices that lead to everyday brilliance. He discusses the concept of bravery as a habit and how it's often misunderstood. They explore the importance of perseverance and not quitting in difficult moments. They also talk about building a habit of bravery, expressing intent, and pursuing something even with the chance of failure.

Author and podcaster Todd Henry discusses the importance of bravery in entrepreneurship, emphasizing calculated risks over blind leaps. He explores living each day fully, making impactful decisions, and taking on challenges with a sense of agency. The podcast delves into practical techniques for embracing bravery as a conscious choice and surrounding oneself with supportive individuals.

In this enlightening discussion, renowned English author Arnold Bennett shares his timeless wisdom about valuing time and living consciously. Todd Henry, a creative leadership expert, adds practical insights on harnessing inspiration. They delve into the daily miracle of time, encouraging listeners to reconsider how they spend each moment. With a blend of literary depth and actionable advice, this conversation sparks motivation to make the most of today!