What do you do when you’re struggling with a problem that requires a creative solution? If you’re like most people, you sit at your desk and think about the problem. You stare at your blank computer screen, chew on pencils, crumple up pieces of paper and take occasional breaks to pace or get another cup of coffee. But is that really the best way to unleash your creativity? [Read more…]
Creativity Quotes
Here are some of my favorite quotes about creativity. I hope you enjoy them and are inspired by them, just as I am.
Curiosity about life in all of its aspects, I think, is still the secret of great creative people.
– Leo Burnett
You can’t wait for inspiration, you have to go after it with a club.
– Jack London
An essential aspect of creativity is not being afraid to fail.
– Edwin Land
Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep.
– Scott Adams [Read more…]
How to Break Out of a Creative Rut
Do you think that you are not creative? You are more creative than you think! However, you may need to get in touch with your creativity. Too many people shut their creative side down, almost as if they are afraid of it.
Here are some ideas from Copyblogger and me that can help you get your creative juices flowing.
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7 Tips to Stop a Creative Mental Block
Creativity is a great asset and is essential to the success of any great project. When it’s “on” everyone is happy but when creativity escapes you, it’s time to bring in the big guns. It’s important to realize that everyone goes through this so here are some tips from me to you that will help jumpstart your creativity.
1. Assess the Situation
When you’re struggling creatively, it’s extremely important to take a step back and identify the root of the problem. You can really only find a solution if you know why you’re having the problem.
2. Ask Yourself Questions
I’ve always found that I can work through my problems by asking myself a series of questions from the standpoint of rationality. This will speed up the process of finding the problem and more importantly, finding a solution. The questions could be anything like “what are the 3 factors that are causing this problem?” When you ask these questions, it’s important to answer them honestly, even if you find out the problem lies with you. [Read more…]
How to Take Good Photos
There are many sources, both free and paid, for images you can use on your website, in your ebooks and for other projects. However, sometimes to get the perfect picture there is no better option than doing it yourself.
Taking your own photographs allows you to get the exact angle, lighting and image that you’re looking for. Not only that, it eliminates any possibility that you will be sued for infringing on someone’s copyright with that image you grabbed from Google Images.
Think you don’t have the skill to take good photos? Here are a few tips to help you get the right shot.
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