WHAT'S REALLY STOPPING US FROM BEING CREATIVE AT WORK?
The boss? The boredom? The bureaucracy? Nope. It’s the story we tell ourselves about who we are and what we’re capable of. It’s time to redefine your relationship with your unique creative potential.
“A must read for any leader in this time of great change!”
— Eglantine Etiemble, Executive General Manager Digital, Dulux Group
Want To Be More Creative?
Don’t know where to start? You’re not alone.
We all have a dysfunctional relationship with creativity. We love it, value it and want more of it but just can’t seem to find the time or resources to give to it. And despite desperate calls for more innovative thinking, the systems and processes that hold most businesses together don’t allow or enable anything like it.
This book is for anyone who feels like they have more to give but struggles to get it out. Packed full of powerful, practical and poetic tools, this inspiring and infectious read will help you cut through the barriers that prevent creativity at work while giving you the clarity and confidence to unleash your wild, untamed self-expression into every pocket of your personal and professional life.
What People Are Saying
“Creativity is the defining currency of the 21st-century. This book doesn’t just make a compelling case for embracing a more creative approach at work, it shows you how. An instant classic written by a guy who lives and breathes his message”
— Jules Lund, Founder, Tribe
Everyday Creative is a must read for anyone who has more to give at work yet struggles to liberate their creativity. Mykel Dixon truly cares about his readers, translating the energy and excitement he generates on stages the world over into an infectious and inspiring read.
— Layne Beachley AO, 7 Time World Champion Surfer
“Mykel's book is something special. Every page is chock full of tangible tools and 21st century wisdom; business is becoming unrecognisable and this should be your bible. Everyday Creative is the tome for our times.”
— David Swan, Technology Editor, The Australian
Finally, a book that debunks the myth creative artists and corporate professionals need to be at opposite ends of the spectrum. Myke reassures us that we don’t have to choose between creative and corporate. We can be both. And if we have any hope of succeeding in the new world, we’re going to have to be.
— Laura Staples, Head of People & Culture, Laminex Australia
“Everyday Creative is brazenly heretical; a poetic affront to the business world—which is exactly what we need right now. Like a best-friend-in- a-book, you’ll (re)discover how to tap into the creativity and courage you’ve always had. Everyone needs this book—buy it for your bedside, bathroom and boardroom!”
— Dr Jason Fox, Wizard and best-selling author of How to Lead a Quest
“ Mykel has the unique ability to speak to both the head and heart as he challenges us to bring our full creative potential to life. This book is a challenging, heart-warming, soul-searching read that’ll help you excavate your unique flair and fulfil your creative destiny. Read if you dare!”
— Dean Summlar, VP of HR, Pacific Zone, Schneider Electric
“ Modern Magician, enlightened speaker, colour human being, Mykel Dixon is translating his subtle and extraordinary work into this much needed recovery book. With a bit of fear & hopefully great excitement, dive into this guide to find again the amazing, creative, powerful human being in you. A must read for any leader in this time of deep change.”
— Eglantine Etiemble, EGM Digital, Dulux Group
"Life has conspired to tip your bias towards conformity and away from the power and the fun and glory of being an everyday creative. Like to tip the bias the other way? This just might be the book for you."
— Michael Bungay Stanier, author of the WSJ bestseller The Coaching Habit
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What’s Inside
Part 1 – Preparing The Canvas
In part one we learn that much of the dysfunction we experience with our relationship to creativity is not our fault. But transforming and transcending it is our responsibility. Before we can begin to recreate our work and life, we need to understand how we got to where we are. Heal any wounds, rewrite any disempowering narratives and reimagine our own creative potential.
Part 2 – Developing A Practice
In part two, you’ll learn the four essential qualities of an Everyday Creative. And look at how to make them a daily practice. From seeking to feeling, making to giving, this section of the book gives you a powerful, practical and poetic framework for unleashing your own creative potential. This is where we learn that everyday creativity is not a gift or talent, it’s a mindset and a habit. And the compound interest of applying it overtime pushes our experience at work out of drudgery into the divine.
Part 3 – Making Your Masterpiece
In part three, we set fire to any rules left running. You’ll learn how to invite . No guideline to heed or formula to follow. This is where you reclaim your potential, redirect the trajectory of your personal and professional life and redefine your impact by making your work a work of art.
About the Author
Mykel Dixon is an award winning speaker, leadership advisor, learning designer, event curator, TV Host and author.
A musician by trade, gypsy by nature, fierce non-conformist and prolific anti-perfectionist, he works with senior leaders and teams of fortune 500 and ASX 200 companies to unlock breakthrough creativity.