In this week’s Friday Feature, I relate life lessons from two short interactions. These two brought me some great knowledge. People drop wisdom in their everyday conversation that they don’t even realize.
Today’s lessons come from two frenemies and a six-year-old.
Listen to get the shameless eavesdropping scoop.
Music is the universal language. If you want to understand another culture, listen to their songs. There are so many things I love about doing world music at colleges and universities. I get to expose students to new cultures and languages. I get to introduce them to music they would otherwise never hear. And they…
Strategies for a Smooth Transition to Your Creative Dream This episode is brought to you by Izolda’s favorite productivity and well-being app, Brain.fm*, and this podcast’s host Podbean*. Ever dreamed of trading in your corporate suit for the vibrant canvas of your creative passions? Join host Izolda Trakhtenberg on this electrifying episode of Creative Solutions as…
Do you want to build your intuition skills? Do you want to become a better conceptual thinker so you can see the big picture? If you do, this easy technique will help you get started. We can all get lost in the weeds, in the step-by-step process of life. But if you want to experience…
This is a call back episode from the holiday season. We all get tired. And what can you do when you have creative goals but you’re exhausted? What do you need to do to raise your energy level so you can achieve your goals?
Warning: today’s Self-Made Creative episode deals with some challenging topics including depression, suicide prevention, and mental and psychological challenges. I discuss the recent suicides of both Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade and my thoughts on Creatives and emotional and psychological sensitivity. Of course, please, reach out for help if you need it. Remember, you deserve…
Teaching the physicality of negotiation techniques. It’s an overlooked but crucial skill set. Little known fact: if you walk towards someone with your hand extended, they will take it even if they have no other reason to (depending on their culture). We are social creatures. When someone extends themselves to us, we want to reciprocate….