Welcome back to Your World of Creativity, where we delve into the minds of innovative thinkers and leaders who shape our creative worlds. Today, we are thrilled to have Karin Hurt and David Dye, the duo behind Let's Grow Leaders.

Karin and David's Website

Karin and David on YouTube

@karinbhurt on Instagram

Karin and David's Facebook page

In this episode, they discuss their latest book, "Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict," offering practical tools and insights to balance feedback and creativity while handling workplace conflict effectively.

- **Balancing Creativity and Feedback:**

- **Karin Hurt:** "When you have real genuine conversations and are not afraid to bring your perspective to the table, even if the other person disagrees, that's often where real creative breakthroughs happen."

- **Workplace Conflict in Changing Environments:**

- **David Dye:** "70 percent of people said they're experiencing the same or more conflict as they had in the past. The changing workplace is definitely one of the reasons why."

- **Four Dimensions of Productive Conflict:**

- **Karin Hurt:** "Connection and curiosity are so key. If you start by looking for common ground and showing curiosity about what others bring to the table, you can navigate conflict more effectively."

- **Creative Problem Solving:**

- **David Dye:** "One of the GOATs (greatest of all time phrases) for clarity is 'What would a successful outcome do for you?' This helps uncover motivations and craft solutions that work for everyone."

- **Post-Project Celebration:**

- **Karin Hurt:** "Instead of a postmortem, we suggest a post-project celebration to get curious about what worked and celebrate learning, even when things go wrong."

Key Quotes:

- **Karin Hurt:** "When you have real genuine conversations and are not afraid to bring your perspective to the table, even if the other person disagrees, that's often where real creative breakthroughs happen."

- **David Dye:** "70 percent of people said they're experiencing the same or more conflict as they had in the past. The changing workplace is definitely one of the reasons why."

**Resources:**

- Visit Let's Grow Leaders Karin and David's Website

- Check out the Powerful Phrases Resource Center for templates, discussion guides, and job aids.

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In this episode, we dive into the world of indie filmmaking with Rob Mabry, discussing his journey, challenges, and triumphs in creating his first feature film, "The Legend of El Chupacabra."

Rob's Website

@thechupacabramovie on Instagram

Rob on YouTube

1. **Blending Horror and Comedy:**

- Rob shares insights on balancing horror and comedy, noting their similar structures of anticipation and payoff.

- "Horror and comedy are about anticipation and payoff... jokes build up tension to a punchline, and horror builds tension to a scare."

2. **Character and Creature Development:**

- Emphasizes the importance of character-driven comedy and using real-life inspirations for character behaviors.

- "Good comedy is built out of character... I take a lot of inspiration from my daily life and the people I interact with."

- Discusses working with creature designer Sergio Gara for the Chupacabra costume, highlighting the blend of creativity and engineering.

3. **Production and Logistical Challenges:**

- Rob describes the complexities of indie filmmaking, from crowdfunding to logistical planning.

- "It's stressful... when you're an independent filmmaker, you're not just wearing the director hat; you're managing logistics, locations, and ensuring everyone is fed."

4. **Distribution Strategy:**

- Rob talks about the evolving landscape of film distribution, particularly for indie films, and the importance of physical media.

- "It's a challenging time for indie filmmakers to surface above the noise and get their film out there... taking advantage of social media is crucial."

5. **Creative Roots and Inspiration:**

- Reflects on his early passion for storytelling, from writing plays and comic books to filming with a Super 8 camera.

- "I was that kid always writing my own comic books, writing plays... and my dad, who owned a Super 8 film camera, let me borrow it once in a while."

Welcome back to "Your World of Creativity"! In this milestone episode, we reconnect with past guests from various corners of the country to catch up on their journeys and future plans.

Join us as we travel to Cincinnati, Seattle, and LA to hear the latest from Mark Graban, Jeff Leisawitz, and Chris Hood.

- Mark Graban shares insights from his book "The Mistakes That Make Us" and discusses the importance of learning from mistakes in personal and professional settings.

- Jeff Leisawitz talks about his new book, "The Magical Impact of Storytelling," and his unique art form combining coffee stains and typewritten quotes.

- Chris Hood reveals his transition from Google to founding a video game company, emphasizing the significance of fun and creativity in the workplace.

- Discussions on the implications of dissolving non-compete agreements and how they might impact employee satisfaction and mobility.

- Reflections on the importance of storytelling for personal and organizational growth.

Key Quotes:

- Mark Graban: "When we can reduce some of the risk involved in speaking up, it reduces vulnerability and makes it easier for everyone to speak up."

- Jeff Leisawitz: "At its best, storytelling is a way for us to be seen, expressed, healed, and connected."

- Chris Hood: "If you think about having fun at work, it's not just for the benefit of the culture you're building; it's also at the benefit of the consumer engaging with you."

Join us for this engaging reunion episode as we explore the creative journeys of our guests and discuss how they've evolved since their last appearance. Stay connected and inspired with "Your World of Creativity"!

Links to our guests’ projects and social media can be found in the panel interview. Thank you for joining us on this creative journey, and here's to many more episodes of inspiring conversations!