In this week's episode, we are thrilled to introduce Dr. Mark Williams, a distinguished neuroscientist and educator who is on a mission to create a ‘brain healthy world’.

During the show, we delve into the intricate relationship between technology and the human brain. Mark, sheds new light on the detrimental effects technology, particularly on our creative faculties. (He suggests a couple of powerful and practical solutions: disconnect from notifications and immerse ourselves in activities that ignite different regions of our brain)s.

Mark is an internationally recognised Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience, with over 25 years of experience conducting behavioural and brain imaging research, focusing on our social skills.

Not your typical academic, Mark is also defined by his desire to make his neuroscience discoveries more accessible to the general public (in other words, he’s a super-bright guy who also talks plain English!)

Head to the podcast to hear why being creative is to be vulnerable, why we should be honey bees not locusts and why our understanding of ‘tribes’ is so vital to the way we interact.

LINKS:

Mark Williams- Special Guest

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-williams-4b401354/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDrMarkWilliams

Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarkWil93486024

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedrmarkwilliams/

Website: https://www.drmarkwilliams.com/

Check out his new book: https://rethinkingthebrain.com/books/

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

https://www.twocommoncreatives.com/podcast

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Nik Robinson is the founder of Good Citizens, a company dedicated to untrashing the planet by transforming plastic waste into stylish eyewear.

Nik's diverse career has taken him from being a radio broadcaster and creative director to a donut maker and lecturer. He's driven by a deep passion for utilizing his creative talents to address critical issues and drive positive change. In 2018, he embarked on his mission with Good Citizens, leading the charge against the global plastic crisis.

In this episode, we not only gain insights into building a purpose-driven enterprise but also discover Nik's unique approach of involving his own children in this venture. It's a remarkable story of an entire family fully invested in making a meaningful impact, where success is the only option.

Stay tuned to the end to discover why fear is an essential element of creativity, and be prepared to be inspired by Nik's unwavering dedication to making the world a better place through creative innovation.

LINKS:

Nik Robinson - Special Guest

LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/robinsonnik

Instagram -www.instagram.com/goodcitizens_official/

Website - http://www.goodcitizens.com.au/

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

https://www.twocommoncreatives.com/podcast

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A creative powerhouse with a reputation that most can only dream about,, Scott Belsky wears many hats: entrepreneur, author, investor, and now an integral part of Adobe's leadership team. He's the genius behind Behance, the go-to online platform for the creative industry, where talent is showcased and discovered. Scott led Behance as CEO until Adobe's acquisition in 2012.

His influence extends beyond Behance; Scott has been an early product advisor and investor in noteworthy ventures like Pinterest, Uber, Carta, Flexport, sweetgreen, and Ro, to name a few.

He's also a prolific author with two national bestselling books: 'Making Ideas Happen' and 'The Messy Middle.' (Don't forget to check out his popular monthly newsletter, 'Implications,' and his brainchild, 99U, a publication and annual conference dedicated to enhancing productivity in the creative world).

Join us for this super- insightful episode as we delve into Scott's remarkable journey and glean insights about sticking to the vision, wearing different hats (dreamer, incrementalist & doer) and the creative opportunities of AI.

LINKS:

Scott Belsky - Special Guest

LinkedIn - http://linkedin.com/in/scottbelsky

Twitter - https://twitter.com/scottbelsky

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/scottbelsky/

Website - http://implications.com/

https://www.scottbelsky.com/

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

https://www.twocommoncreatives.com/podcast

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Embark on a journey into the world of creativity with our mini episode, a glimpse of our featured conversation with the multi-talented Joey Coleman. As a lawyer, coach, singer, and watercolorist, Joey effortlessly blends the realms of art and business, with a special emphasis on visual and cyber creativity.

Join your Chris and Paul, as they delve into a captivating discussion with Joey. Discover how he's reshaping the landscape of customer and employee retention, all while infusing the business world with the enchantment of creativity.

This is a conversation you won't want to miss. Tune in to the Common Creative Podcast and explore the magical fusion of creativity and business with Joey Coleman.

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Welcome to this week's episode, featuring Joey Coleman - lawyer, coach, singer, and watercolorist. Joey weaves creativity into the world of business, with a particular focus on visual and cyber creativity. (If there's one thing Joey exemplifies, it's the power of showing someone something in a way that makes them believe so that they’re motivated to help).

Joey's Wall Street Journal #2 best-selling book, "Never Lose a Customer Again," serves as a treasure trove of strategies and tactics for transforming one-time buyers into lifelong, loyal customers. Furthermore, his upcoming book, "Never Lose an Employee Again," unveils a framework that companies across the globe can employ to curtail turnover rates and amplify employee engagement.

Join us for a riveting conversation with Joey Coleman, a person who is changing the game in customer and employee retention, while infusing the world of business with the magic of creativity.

LINKS:

Joey Coleman- Special Guest

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeycoleman1/

Website - joeycoleman.com

Book Links

NEVER LOSE AN EMPLOYEE AGAIN

Amazon: https://amzn.to/3WHOTME

B&N: https://bit.ly/NLEA-BN

Bookshop: https://bit.ly/GetIndieBooks

NEVER LOSE A CUSTOMER AGAIN

Amazon: https://amzn.to/2U0N2nE

B&N: https://bit.ly/NLCA-BN

Bookshop: https://bit.ly/GetIndieBooks

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

https://www.twocommoncreatives.com/podcast

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Is play something to be reserved for the safety of home or ring fenced as something that’s only for the kids?

In this week's conversation, Kristi Herold, author of “It Pays to Play” and the CEO of JAM we learn that there’s a reason we should all embrace play as a fuel for business and also creativity.

As Kristi explains, even simple playful structures such as a company sports team or a ‘shout out slack channel’ help people to get to know each other as people (perish the thought!) and build a relationship of trust. This in turn paves the way for people to collaborate and create.

It means that businesses that embrace playfulness achieve improved retention, creativity and engagement.

Kristi’s business “JAM” employs over 40 staff worldwide and has orchestrated over 3500 corporate team-building events spanning across 30 diverse countries since its inception in 2020. Kristi herself has been recognised in the Top 100 Canada’s Most Powerful Women and as a top three finalist in the Canadian Women Entrepreneur awards. She has earned multiple Great Places to Work certifications and is a Governor General’s “Queen’s Diamond Jubilee” recipient.

Tune in to find out about harnessing the power of play in your own work place!

LINKS

Kristi Herold - Special Guest

Personal Website - https://kristiherold.com/

JAM Group - https://jamgroup.com/

Keep Playing Kids - https://www.keepplayingkids.com

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristi-herold-8a7180/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/KristiHerold_

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kristi.herold.5

Twitter - https://twitter.com/KristiHerold

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@kristiherold8

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

https://www.twocommoncreatives.com/podcast

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Step right into this mini episode of our creative snippet, offering a sneak peek into this week's featured episode featuring the remarkable Maz Farrelly, a producer who seamlessly marries boundless creativity with efficient delivery.

Join Chris and Paul as they delve deep into the realm of TV and creativity. Their discussion is a treasure trove of insights, covering writing techniques, innovation strategies, and more—too numerous to capture in one go.

Don't miss out on the captivating discourse on the Common Creative Podcast, featuring the powerhouse producer, creative extraordinaire, and visionary thinker, Maz Farrelly.

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Welcome to this mini episode of our creative snippet, where we'll preview this week's main episode featuring Gavin Blake, a unique professional scribe. He's known for "drawing mostly in words" and excels in visually capturing events, conferences, talks, and more.

Join us as Paul and Chris explore Gavin Blake's fascinating journey and discover the transformative power of visual scribing in communication and memory retention. Whether you're a creative enthusiast, business professional, or curious about innovative knowledge sharing, this episode is not to be missed.

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