{"id":18794,"date":"2020-05-13T16:30:42","date_gmt":"2020-05-13T06:30:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jenkuo.com\/?page_id=18794"},"modified":"2023-04-03T00:04:27","modified_gmt":"2023-04-02T14:04:27","slug":"creator","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/jenkuo.com\/creator\/","title":{"rendered":"We Are Creators"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Creators are not just traditional artists and creatives who work in the creative industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Being a Creator is so much more than that…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My Definition of a ‘Creator’<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Anyone who wants to create something<\/a> that they would like to exist in the world<\/em>… that has never existed before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Anyone who is drawn to create work that matters<\/strong> for the betterment or enjoyment of others… Those who are drawn to create “art<\/a>” in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Art is work that matters<\/span>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I love Seth Godin\u2019s definition of \u201cart\u201d and what it means to be an artist. This is what he says about people who create art:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Artists are leaders.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because art makes something new, something that might not work, something that people didn’t expect.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Art has nothing to do with painting. It has nothing to do with a sculpture.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Art is a human act that we do with generosity. It\u2019s the act of doing something that might not work.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Artists always see possibilities.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because if it’s not possible, then we can’t even try.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once we know it’s possible that we can make something better, and that we can contribute in some way\u2026 then we got a shot at making things better.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The time when art is needed the most is when so many people have lost possibility.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When they\u2019ve lost the feeling of possibility…<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When they’re stuck in the slog…<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s when artists show up and say \u201cHere, I made this\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The act to say \u201cHere, I made this\u201d is so fraught, courageous and powerful.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each one of us is an artist because art has nothing to do with talent and everything to do with choosing to have a skill<\/strong><\/em> and deciding to go on a journey to make things better.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

My definition of a Creator is anyone<\/em> who chooses to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Create a life<\/strong> where they don\u2019t have to follow a manual<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Create work they’re proud<\/strong> of<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Create work that matters<\/strong> to the people they serve (LOVE enough to tell others about and VALUE enough to pay for)<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Earn<\/strong> a living doing what they create for others<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    What does it mean to be a Creator?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Being a Creator is a mindset<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    It means you don’t allow others to put you in a box \u2014 you don’t allow others to define you. You define yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    It’s about taking back your authority and allow yourself to dream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    It’s being brave enough to believe in yourself, follow your inner compass to live the way you want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    It\u2019s about having courage to lean into the unknown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    It’s a mindset of taking control, taking ownership and taking full responsibility for your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Creators choose to create their own reality and create their own future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Being a Creator is a choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    What it means to me…<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
    1. Choosing to step into self leadership.<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    It’s not just about saying “I’m going to create this website, this article, this song or this business.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    It’s also about saying “I’m going to create this outcome<\/span> in this relationship, in this conversation, in this opportunity and in this circumstance.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    It\u2019s ultimately about creating the results you want for yourself and for others you care about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2. Choosing to create whether I feel inspired or not.<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Waiting for inspiration is for amateurs, pros just show up and get to work.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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    3. Committing to leveling up<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    It\u2019s not just about expanding my own perspective, learning a craft or honing my skills in different disciplines I choose to play in…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    It\u2019s about learning about myself, deepening my connection to myself and connecting to the contributions I want to create in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    4. Embracing the messy creative process<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Creativity is about creating something out of nothing<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    A process of transformation that never happens smoothly in a straight line… whether you’re creating articles, podcasts, videos, art, spreadsheets, code, experiences or businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The creative process is directly tied to your ability to execute on your ideas<\/em>. Your ability to take action towards your goals, vision and dreams and bring them to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Execution in any line of work is pretty darn important if you ask me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The more you create things and break things, the better you become.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Anyone can choose to become a Creator.<\/p>\n\n\n

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    \u2014Jen<\/h6>\n\n\n\n
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    P.S.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Here\u2019s a little inspiration to help you level up:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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