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[00:00:07] Speaker A: You gotta be bold. This story gotta be told own your fierceness gon and glow. This is Sonja Empowers show.
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[00:00:28] Speaker B: Hey, empowered disruptors. Welcome back to the Sonja Empowers show, where I ignite your online business and help you own your fierceness.
Embrace your unique beauty, talents and strengths. Rise above fear and step into your destiny as you build empires and shatter expectations together. I'm Sonja. And today we're not just sparking ideas, we're we're igniting a brain blaze to unlock your inner innovator.
For us entrepreneurs, creativity isn't just a nice to have trait. It's the ultimate business strategy. It's the fire that fuels innovation, the edge that sets you apart, and the rocket fuel that drives unstoppable growth.
But let's be real. Amidst the daily grind and the hustle, finding that spark can sometimes feel like searching for a needle in a haystack, right?
This week, we're not waiting for inspiration to strike.
We're actively cultivating creativity, transforming every single everyday moment into a battlefield for breakthrough innovation.
Because fierce creativity thrives on raw curiosity and a relentless willingness to explore the unknown. Fueling your creative fire. Unleash the blaze.
So how do we ignite this brain blaze and keep it roaring?
Here are some fierce strategies.
One, become a learning machine.
Like, it's so simple, but so profound.
Ditch the idea that learning stops when the school bell rings, right? Dedicate time each day to learn something new, something completely outside your immediate business needs. Like, this could be a podcast, right?
It could be where, like, you are a history buff so you do a deep dive into a historical event. Or it could be something simple as even picking up a creative hobby, right? Like, you may be saying, like, you know what? I always wanted to, you know, do pottery. Or it could be where I really want to learn AI, you know, or coding. Diversifying your interests isn't just about broaden, broadening the perspective of things, but it's about creating unexpected connections that spark brilliant, unconventional business ideas. All right? Two, forge your idea sanctuary.
Your environment matters.
Tell yourself that right now. My environment matters.
It's not just a desk, right?
It's your command center.
Revamp your workspace to include elements that scream inspiration to you.
It could be bold art, or it could be a powerful motivational quote that hit you in the gut.
Or it could be, you know, you love plants. You know, the goal is to create an environment that assaults your senses in the best possible way and make the process of generating ideas enjoyable and fiercely effective. So like, for me, I do not like clutter. I like to work in a nice quiet environment.
If my workstation gets too cluttered, it clutters my mind.
And it's like I started feeling a little anxious. And I don't like to become anxious. I like to be calm because my creative juices can flow.
So part of my work day is I have just a simple little tray, you know, that I have some inspirational things. And so for example, I light a candle. I love candles. You know, I love those sexy, strong fragrances. I love them, but it keeps me calm.
Also, someone is just amazing. But I was a part of a book collaboration.
Um, we had launched a book in May, Coach's guide to success.
Um, if you want to pick up a copy, be sure to visit sonjasells.com and with that being said, I am a part of another book project and this is all about me writing my own story.
And it's going to be a six month writing program and I'm so excited about it. Well, anyway, the founders of she story, they sent all the participants in this upcoming writing program, they sent us this, this gift box. Like it was, it was a surprise. I was like, oh my gosh. And it came with like a nice smelling candle and just some, some little things that meant so much.
And so one of the things that it came with was like this heart shaped glass plaque.
And I'm gonna get it real quick. All right. I had to pick it up and it's a heart shaped like a glass plaque, I would say. And it has like, you know, like a picture of a butterfly and butterflies but in the wings it says certain things. So for example, it says, always remember you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, smarter than you think, and loved more than you know. And I love butterflies. And I was like, oh my gosh. It was like they nailed it. And so this is such inspiration because on those days where I feel scared, you know, and it's like, oh my gosh, I'm making big girl moves business.
And think about all the amazing opportunities that I see.
Like, I can see the vision so clear. It can be scary, right? And it can make me second guess myself. And then I look at this and it says, always remember you are braver than you believe. And I'm like, you know what, I got this and I can do this. And I was born for this. I was born for this particular time.
And so surround yourself with inspiration. And you will see your creative juices just flowing, right? It's crazy.
All right, so let me see where I was.
That's why I always have a script, y', all, because in order for me to do a 10 minute show, I gotta stay on script. All right, so three Collaborate to conquer. So go beyond your echo chamber. Engage with your community, right? Storm a workshop or participate in brainstorming session with peers who challenge your thinking.
These interactions are not just networking. They are intellectual sparring matches that introduce fresh viewpoints. Like, we all need that fresh perspective. It stimulates radical creative thinking and lead to game changing solutions and ideas you'd never find alone, right? And I'm a witness to that. It's some upcoming projects. And it was like the minute I connected with this, this group that I'm a part of and the minute I connected with them, it's like just creative revelation just dropped on me. And, and from that like three business ideas just were, were birthed out that can prove that has proven to be very profitable, right? And so I was like, okay, I already know that this idea has been validated and so all I have to do is just put in the work, right?
And in due season, I will reap those benefits of this future business venture. So very, very, very exciting times.
4. Mindful mastery. So don't underestimate the power of stillness.
Incorporating mindfulness and reflection into your routine isn't woo woo. You know, it's not a woo mystical, no, it's a strategic move like practice meditation or journaling. Like, seriously, they are secret weapons to clear mental clutter, making massive room for fresh ideas to land.
They allow you to connect with your inner thoughts and creativity on a deeper level, often leading to undeniable breakthroughs. And those aha. Or what I call revelation moments. Okay?
And lastly, unleash your brain's wild side.
Give yourself fierce permission to take strategic breaks and step away from the relentless grind. We all need a break. This is creative freedom or unleashed thinking. Whether it's a powerful walk in nature, whether you're like, you know what? I'm going to explore a new urban landscape, or you may simply take a moment in time just to clear your mind.
But changing your physical settings can dramatically shift your mental state. There are times where my husband, he is so good at this, he can look at me and say, you know what, it is time for me to get you out of the area. It's time for you to have a change of scenery, you know, and we would. He's done this throughout the years. And we would do a quick weekend getaway, you know, we might go a couple hours, you know, to a neighboring city or whatever, take that drive. And even if it's just an overnight trip, it has, like, it would do wonders for my spirit and my mind and. And everything.
So just allow creativity to flow fiercely and don't resist it.
So to further ignite your journey towards a more creative mindset, let's talk about ideal incubation.
So set aside regular periods for focused mental exploration, allowing your mind to freely connect concepts without the pressure of immediate solution. Right? Don't take that microwave mentality. This dedicated space is for unrestricted thoughts. You know, it's. It's where groundbreaking ideas can emerge, you know, ideas that you might not uncover, you know, through other problem solving, you know, mechanisms. So. And don't stop there, right? Like, actively experiment with different forms of creative expression.
You know, whether you like to paint or whether you like to write or whether you want to play or master a new instrument. Like back in the day, I would like in my. I think elementary, I didn't stick with it, but I love playing the clarinet. I want to. I want to learn how to play the clarinet again, but then I want to take it one step further, and I want to learn how to play the saxophone, like, in my lifetime, because the saxophone is such a sexy instrument to me, and I love smooth jazz. All right, so these powerful activities, it requires your brain.
It forged new pathways for innovative thinking that you can directly apply to your toughest business challenges. All right, so let's go on to the fierce action breakthrough. Your fab assignment for the week, and that is to choose one new creative strategy from today's episode and actively integrate it into your daily routine for the next seven days. Yep, seven days.
Pay attention to how it influences your creative output and the quality of your ideas.
Remember, creativity isn't a gift. It's more like a muscle. And the more you exercise it, the stronger, bolder, and more innovative you become.
Here's to a week of sparking innovation and infusing your unique, fierce creativity into every aspect of your entrepreneurial journey. You've got this, Linus. I'll catch you next time on the Sonya Empower show, where we continue to break free and build the life you were meant to live.
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