EPISODE · Nov 2, 2025 · 9 MIN
Why You NEED a Tiny Creative Project
from Keep the Flow
What if the creative work that "doesn't matter" is actually the key to unlocking your most important breakthroughs?Grab a FREE copy of my ebook: https://payhip.com/b/RIqQxAfter 35 years as a professional musician, some of my biggest creative breakthroughs came from projects I almost threw away. In this episode, I'm sharing why thinking smaller—not bigger—might be the secret to unlocking your best work. I'll reveal the psychological tricks that make starting effortless, why side quests often become more valuable than your main work, and how tiny constraints can actually sharpen your creativity. If you've ever felt paralyzed by the pressure to create something important, this one's for you.The waitlist is open for my upcoming course Creative Resilience:https://ktfpod.com/creative-resilience/crwaitlist.htmlI'm so glad you tuned in to Keep the Flow my (hopefully) weekly podcast that looks under the hood of the creative process. The podcast finally has its own website — with merch even!https://ktfpod.comCheck out my music: https://scottmclemore.bandcamp.com/Follow for free on Patreon: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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What if the creative work that "doesn't matter" is actually the key to unlocking your most important breakthroughs?Grab a FREE copy of my ebook: https://payhip.com/b/RIqQxAfter 35 years as a professional musician, some of my biggest creative breakthroughs came from projects I almost threw away. In this episode, I'm sharing why thinking smaller—not bigger—might be the secret to unlocking your best work. I'll reveal the psychological tricks that make starting effortless, why side quests often become more valuable than your main work, and how tiny constraints can actually sharpen your creativity. If you've ever felt paralyzed by the pressure to create something important, this one's for you.The waitlist is open for my upcoming course Creative Resilience:https://ktfpod.com/creative-resilience/crwaitlist.htmlI'm so glad you tuned in to Keep the Flow my (hopefully) weekly podcast that looks under the hood of the creative process. The podcast finally has its own website — with merch even!https://ktfpod.comCheck out my music: https://scottmclemore.bandcamp.com/Follow for free on Patreon: https://patreon.com/scottmclemore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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