Mind the gap
As creatives, we have great taste. And there's often a gap between that, and our own work. Here's how to use it.
The obstacles that get in our way
The Fear, and how you can fight it
The Fear wants to stop your creative work. Don't let it silence you.
Working with your inner critic
Don't let the nagging voice in your head limit you. It wants you to play small.
How to be a real artist – or do any creative work
Clue: don't wait for a written invitation!
Get inspired by the masters
Be inspired by the greats. But don't discourage yourself by comparing your early drafts to their finished work.
Do children kill creativity?
The pram in the hall isn't always the enemy of creative work. Becoming a parent can help you be a better writer, artist or creator.
Why you need a Shitty First Draft
You have to let yourself do it badly, in order to do it well.
Don’t feel like working today?
What to do on those days when you're just not in the mood for creative work
Finding focus in an increasingly distracted world
What I learned from Cal Newport’s book Deep Work