Cultivate Your Creative Energy

In this episode of Business as UNusual, host Aicila dives deep into why creative energy is a core business asset—not just a nice-to-have. She unpacks how most traditional systems prioritize relentless productivity, often at the expense of insights and innovation. Learn practical strategies to protect and refuel your creativity, discover why “back brain time” isn’t wasted, and find out how to strike the right balance between discipline and flexibility in your work. Perfect for leaders and teams who want to do business differently and break free from conventional output-focused systems.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Why creativity is your business superpower, not a side benefit
• What really drains vs. fuels your creative energy
• How to identify and fiercely protect your personal creativity rituals
• The hidden value of non-productive-looking “wander time”
• Rigid schedules, flexibility, and finding your right structure
• Action steps to create a team environment that values unique contributions
• The “baby plant” method for building new creative habits

Redesign your calendar: Block time for creative wandering and treat it as non-negotiable.

Cultivate your creativity: Identify what fuels you and communicate it to your team.

Challenge the status quo: Share this episode with a colleague who needs permission to prioritize insight over output.

Episode transcript:

The full transcript of this conversation is available at https://www.bicurean.com/bautranscripts3

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Lightly edited and produced by BiCurean Consulting, BiCurean.com.

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