Join Mike and Mark as they explore John Cleese’s perspective on creativity, inspired by his book “Creativity: A Short and Cheerful Guide.” This episode is packed with practical advice and humorous anecdotes to help you unlock your creative potential.  • Introduction: Mike and Mark introduce John Cleese and his unique take on creativity.  • Creativity is a Way of Operating (3m21s): Discover how creativity is more about a way of thinking and operating than a natural talent.  • Create Space:  • Build Boundaries (2m41s): Learn how to create a dedicated space and time for creative work.  • State of Play (52s): Tips on getting into the right mindset for creativity.  • Build Habits:  • Start Putting Pencil to Paper (2m06s): Practical advice on beginning your creative projects.  • Let Your Ideas Bake (1m27s): Understand the importance of allowing your unconscious mind to work on your ideas.  • Outro:  • Delay Decision Making (1m): Why waiting until the last minute to make decisions can benefit your creativity. Tune in to gain insights and practical tips from John Cleese’s delightful guide to creativity. Links:  • Episode Page  • Book Summary  • Related YouTube Video Thanks to our monthly supporters Edward Rehfeldt III 孤鸿 月影 Fabian Jasper Verkaart Margy Diana Bastianelli Andy Pilara ola Fred Fox Austin Hammatt Zachary Phillips Antonio Candia Mike Leigh Cooper Daniela Wedemeier Corey LaMonica Smitty Laura KE Denise findlay Krzysztof Diana Bastianelli Roar Nikolay Ytre-Eide Stef Roger von Holdt Jette Haswell Marco Silva venkata reddy Dirk Breitsameter Ingram Casey Nicoara Talpes rahul grover Evert van de Plassche Ravi Govender Craig Lindsay Steve Woollard Lasse Brurok Deborah Spahr Barbara Samoela Christian Jo Hatchard Kalman Cseh Berg De Bleecker Paul Acquaah MrBonjour Sid Liza Goetz Konnor Ah kuoi Marjan Modara Dietmar Baur Nils Weigelt Bob Nolley ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★