In our journey together, we’ve explored the creative processes of authors, songwriters, interior designers, architects, and even scientists. Each guest has shared unique insights into how they bring their ideas to life and push creative boundaries. Today, we continue that journey with someone who knows all about transforming the 'impossible' into reality—Melissa Dinwiddie.
Melissa's website -- https://melissadinwiddie.com
Melissa's Instagram -- @a_creative_life
Melissa's YouTube channel -- https://youtube.com/@MelissaDinwiddie
Melissa's LinkedIn -- https://linkedin.com/in/melissadinwiddie
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From dreaming of Juilliard as a teenager to now empowering leaders and teams through her Create the Impossible™ keynotes and workshops, Melissa has mastered the art of making big dreams come true.
- Your journey from taking your first dance class at 16 to attending Juilliard just three years later is inspiring. What mindset shifts did you have to embrace to turn what seemed impossible into reality, and how do you help others do the same?
- You have such an eclectic background—calligraphy, jazz singing, and now corporate innovation coaching. How have these diverse creative experiences influenced your approach to fostering innovation in major companies like Google and Meta?
- Your book, The Creative Sandbox Way™, encourages readers to play and experiment. What role does playfulness have in achieving breakthrough innovation, especially in high-pressure corporate environments?
- You work with analytical minds, helping them adopt a creative mindset, skillset, and toolkit. What are some common challenges these individuals face, and how do you guide them past those barriers?
- Your workshops and retreats are known for being highly interactive and results-driven. Can you share a standout success story where a team truly embraced your approach and achieved remarkable outcomes?
Listeners, if you enjoyed today’s episode, be sure to leave us a review—it helps more creative minds like you discover the show. And don’t forget to tune in next time, when we’ll continue to explore the many facets of creativity with another incredible guest.
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