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You sent in your questions on creativity and innovation and we got answers! QUESTION 1: I am a I lone wolf, do I need to collaborate? QUESTION 2: Can Creativity be learned, or am I screwed? QUESTION 3: I cant come up with new ideas, will I ever be innovative? QUESTION 4: Can you spark creativity, or is it a random and unpredictable "AHA moment" process? QUESTION 5:  Does Creativity decline with age? ………………………………………… https://www.balancedartist.com https://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtist https://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusic https://www.instagram.com/balancedartist     

In this episode we discuss creative agile.  A collaborative way to se a project from start to finish. I used agile methodology while working in the software world. Instead of building and testing an entire project, it’s split into small iterations. The stakeholders, and the development teams take a collaborative approach, sharing ideas to build the system piece by piece.  Setting time constraints on the project, but split it up into small intervals, so that we get the changes out the door to see how it works, rather than overanalyze every small detail. Creative projects work the same way, and I think artists can benefit by applying some tactical methodology to their creative process, in an effort to develop their ideas.  ………………………………………… https://www.balancedartist.com https://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtist https://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusic https://www.instagram.com/balancedartist     

The compound effect is a principle that small actions, when taken consistently over time, can lead to significant results. This can be applied to personal development, business, health, etc.. But when it comes to creative work, Creative Compounding is the point in your creative career when results start showing up for all the previous work because of your one viral piece. In this episode, I’m going to break it down into 5 digestible chunks. ………………………………………… https://www.balancedartist.com https://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtist https://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusic https://www.instagram.com/balancedartist     

What is most important when achieving success in a creative career? Mindset or Skillset? While skillset represents the technical prowess and proficiency in a particular craft, mindset embodies the attitudes, beliefs, and approaches that shape the creative process. In this episode, we'll explore the dynamic relationship between mindset and skillset, and how finding the right balance can unlock new levels of creative achievement for your projects. ………………………………………… https://www.balancedartist.com https://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtist https://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusic https://www.instagram.com/balancedartist     

Today we sit down with Jack Cook – director of the highly anticipated directorial debut "The Private Eye", starring Matt Rife. In this episode, we discuss: -The importance of having a team, and surrounding yourself with people more talented than you -Balancing creative right brain, with business left brain -Avoid wasting your time, by only working with people with a track record -Working horizontal vs vertical. Instead of getting the biggest actors, get the best actors to elevate your project organically.  -Why people invest in momentum, rather than an idea. Connect with Jack: https://www.instagram.com/jackandrewcook ………………………………………… https://www.balancedartist.com https://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtist https://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusic https://www.instagram.com/balancedartist     

Do you need a re-invention? Invent: To create or design something that hasn’t existed before. Re-invent: creating something new, based on something that already exists. Miyamoto Musashi said: “Once you understand the way broadly, you see it in all things”. What we break down in this episode is how to take the skills and experience you already have an skill stack them to create the FUTURE you. If you have dedicated focus, 3 hours a week for 1 year, you could be top 5% in the world! ………………………………………… https://www.balancedartist.com https://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtist https://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusic https://www.instagram.com/balancedartist     

In this episode we sit down with actor Denzel Whitaker, starring in the new film "The Private Eye". You've also seen his work in Training Day, with Denzel Washington. Other films like "The Great Debaters" and Marvels "Black Panther. In this episode, we discuss: -Nature vs nurture when parenting young artists. -What he does BETWEEN films in order to create new opportunities. -What Denzel Washington taught him about the awards he’s won and his perspective. -What he would do with 250M, and how it would affect his creativity. -How to eliminate idol time and leverage the connections and opportunities you have in the moment. Connect with Denzel: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackmouf/ ………………………………………… https://www.balancedartist.com https://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtist https://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusic https://www.instagram.com/balancedartist     

Are you waiting until retirement to pursue your creative endeavors?  Maybe you’ve dabbled a bit, but feel silly, because you’re a mother of 2 children and should be in the carpool line at school, instead of writing songs between meetings? It’s time to take your inner child on a play date. In this episode, we'll discover how to break out of your comfort zone, and change the perception of your day job, by fostering an environment where employees share outside interest with each other. ………………………………………… https://www.balancedartist.com https://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtist https://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusic https://www.instagram.com/balancedartist     

I heard a statement made recently that “A great life is living up to your potential”. Which is interesting, because we all have different potential depending on what we’re capable of.  A great percentage of the population does not live up to their potential, because it would take them out of their comfort zone, and expose them to whatever fear has been ingrained in them since childhood. Maybe instead of all the added pressure to “chase your passion”, why not follow your curiosity instead?  Let’s discuss…. ………………………………………… https://www.balancedartist.com https://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtist https://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusic https://www.instagram.com/balancedartist     

Today I try to convince you that you can amplify your happiness & wellbeing through creativity. “The object isn’t to make art, it’s to be in that wonderful state which makes art inevitable.” - Robert Henri While in pursuit, new ideas are coming to you on the daily. You don’t need to execute all of them, but being in that flow state where you’re allowing the creativity to run through you. We’re designed to be comfortable, afraid of judgement, and accustomed to living a life others expected of us. But what if you exposed yourself as the talented & creative individual you are? Don’t stress yourself out as a “career artist”, but soak up the same benefits of being a “lifestyle artist”.   "I am interested in art as a means of living a life; not as a means of making a living.”  -Robert Henri Best case scenario, you get to travel the world chasing creative fulfillment. Worst case, you are forced to hang out and learn from people more talented than you, grow as an individual, and reach way beyond my comfort zone. ………………………………………… https://www.balancedartist.com https://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtist https://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusic https://www.instagram.com/balancedartist     

In this episode we have a conversation with Neil Bansil - Canadian Talent Programmer & Booker for JUST FOR LAUGHS(JFL). He sought after this position at JFL for 15 years, but every time an opportunity arose, he was either not ready or not in the right place.  Alignment was off. Neil conditioned himself for this position for over a decade, scouting talent for his own shows as producer of "The most races show on earth".  Neil "created his own luck". Before JFL, he worked as real estate because it allowed him flexibility in his job, so that he can focus on his comedy career. Just like a "Balanced Artist". Comedy was the WHY he took jobs. He attached purpose to everything he did leading up to the opportunity, and now  he’s more ready more than ever to make an impact in Canadian comedy.  ………………………………………… https://www.balancedartist.com https://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtist https://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusic https://www.instagram.com/balancedartist     

How do you measure success? How do you know when you’re enough, or you have enough? No matter what I accomplish, consume or conquer, the needle seems to keep moving. I’m on this hamster wheel of never ending conquest.  Even when you do feel satisfied and fulfilled, all it takes is a glance at what Jones’s have on Facebook and Instagram, to make your own situation look pathetic. Was life simpler when we lived in solitude? Is success WHAT you want to be, it’s WHO you want to be? Let's discuss... ………………………………………… https://www.balancedartist.com https://www.facebook.com/BalancedArtist https://www.instagram.com/rorygardinermusic https://www.instagram.com/balancedartist