When: Thursday 9th September at 6:30pm
Despite the fact that the creative industries generate huge wealth, most people working in these fields (apart from the top tier executives of course) are underpaid, underappreciated and overworked - so how can we overcome the complex social, cultural and political obstacles in order to thrive professionally, emotionally and financially?
Join The Stack for a workshop with founder of SoicalFIXT Mercedes Benson to delve into the workplace challenges and how to overcome them to achieve your potential and establish healthy boundaries.
Here's what we are reading:
Short Read:
Catch up on The Stack's top tips on how to get over imposter syndrome and how to get the credit you deserve - read it here.
Long Read:
For a broad perspective on the creative industries, The Stack recommends Real Artists Don’t Starve by Jeff Goins. This bestseller aims to dispel the myth that being creative is a hindrance to success and sets out to establish that starving artists is a fable that needs to be debunked. Drawing lessons from the likes of Dr Dre, C.S Lewis and Steve Jobs to reveal the empowering truth “Artists don’t Starve. They THRIVE.” Get a copy here.
To get the low-down on unlocking your creative potential we encourage you to read the New York Times bestseller The Creative Habit - Learn And Use It For Life by Twayla Tharp. From how to create the sales pitch that will increase orders to getting that dream job and locking in your well earned bonus, Tharp encourages creative thinking and how to make it work for you. Filled with pragmatic, inspiring and encouraging guides to help you to fulfill your creative potential in mindful ways. Find it here.