How to Avoid Cliches in Your Creative Work

Ever watch a movie or a TV show and think to yourself, “Man, I’ve seen this before” or “This is a ripoff of…” Now let me ask you this — if professionals can fall victim to cliches, then how can you avoid them in your creative work? Find out in this lesson with me (Phil Svitek)! First, I define what a cliche really is and then we tackle it from a technical standpoint as well as mental. I use four simple methods to help you avoid cliches in your projects. During the lesson, I point to other works as examples (both good and bad). The good examples include Ride Along, Stephen King books, sitcoms like F is for Family, That 70s Show, The Simpsons and others. I even point to directors Quentin Tarantino and Martin Scorsese for inspiration, along with business author Daniel Pink. Even though the episode is less than 20 minutes, it’s jam packed. If you like what you hear, be sure to subscribe for more lessons. And please comment below with any cliches you’ve noticed cropping up in your field. I’d love to know. As always, thank you. TRANSCRIPT: https://philsvitek.com/how-to-avoid-cliches-in-your-creative-work  SELECTED LINKS FROM EPISODE: 100 Movie Cliches: https://www.denofgeek.com/us/movies/14432/100-movie-clich-s-that-just-won-t-die Annoying Movie Cliches: https://diply.com/7199/24-incredibly-annoying-movie-clichs-that-never-happen-in-real-li How to Get Out of a Creative Rut Episode: https://philsvitek.com/how-to-get-out-of-a-creative-rut/ Learn the Craft Episode: https://philsvitek.com/what-plagues-the-entertainment-industry-and-how-to-avoid-the-same-mistakes/  When by Daniel Pink: https://amzn.to/2ERBJrl  Daniel Pink Interview: https://www.tonyrobbins.com/podcasts/timing-is-everything/ Stop Hoarding Your Ideas Episode: https://philsvitek.com/stop-hoarding-your-ideas/ A Very LA Birthday Short Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9SHJaepE0c  FOLLOW THE PODCAST TEAM: Phil’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/philsvitek  Juliet’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/bonjourjuliet  SUPPORT THE SHOW: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/philsvitek  Merchandise: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/phil-svitek---360-creative-coach/ Adorama Affiliate Link: https://www.adorama.com/?utm_source=rflaid914115