Cold Feet Creations - comparing and competing in creative arts

The Download Podcast, with Jill Marshall

In this episode of The Download from Wise Woman and Wordsmith, hosted by Jill Marshall, the focus is on the challenging topic of comparison and competition in the creative arts. Jill shares her personal experience inspired by Mike Bullen's novel 'Trust' and contrasts it with David Nicholls' works to emphasise the inherent difficulties in comparing creative works. She discusses the pitfalls of social media validation, recounts her own cautionary tale of seeking followers on Facebook, and highlights the unreliability of reviews and awards as measures of true creative success. The episode encourages creators to focus on their unique journeys and celebrate their unique voices, while also uplifting and supporting fellow creators.

00:00 Welcome to The Download

00:34 Exploring Comparison and Competition in Creativity

00:51 The Story Behind the Discussion

01:40 Comparing Creative Works: Mike Bullen vs. David Nicholls

03:18 The Impact of Social Media on Creators

04:01 The Pitfalls of Chasing Likes and Followers

05:58 The Reality of Reviews and Awards

08:22 Embracing Unique Creative Journeys

09:15 Moving Away from Harmful Comparisons

10:29 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

Links:
The Download: How downloads find you, and help you find yourself
(aka the crazy Mike Bullen connection!)
On Apple Podcasts
On Spotify
On Buzzsprout/Browser
Trust by Mike Bullen

You Are Here by David Nicholls
Find out more about Jill’s coaching and consultancy at
Wisewoman&Wordsmith.com

Discover Jill’s fiction for tweens, teens, YA and adults at
JillMarshallBooks

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