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5 Common Creative Workflow Mistakes and Solutions
Source: Canva Collection Your team might be following the right steps and processes to complete projects, but a lack of consistency in the workflow can lead to quality issues and confusion. If you're unsure whether your creative workflow needs improvement, we're here to help. Table of Contents What Is a Creative Workflow, And Why Is It Important? 5 Common Creative Workflow Mistakes Key Takeaways Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Are there any samples of a creative workflow
Sep 19, 20253 min read


A Creative's Guide to Tackle Procrastination
Source: Canva Collection You open your Word document, digital art software, or notebook. Ideas running around in your mind, visualising your creative expectations and outcomes. Your eyes travel everywhere but to what’s in front of you. Sound familiar? Procrastination might be holding onto your senses, preventing you from even starting your creative endeavours. Then, before it affects you and your work, overcoming procrastination in creative projects should be handled. Table o
Sep 19, 20254 min read


Best Free Project Management Tools for Small Creative Teams
Source: Canva Collection You’ve heard of project management, but the tools that are presented to you don’t really fit your creative teams. Not only that, but they’re also way over your team’s budget. While the realisation of the importance of project management in creative fields has become common, they usually don’t fit smaller indie studio teams. So, we curated a list that could get you started in trying out free PM software for agencies without breaking the bank while fulf
Sep 19, 20254 min read


Creative Journaling Healing: Formats, Prompts and Ways to Begin
Source: Canva Collection Ever wanted a space to dump all your ideas in a fun way? Creative journaling might be something worth trying for you! It can be anything from writing, drawing, collage, or painting, all in a journal. Not only will it help you self-discover your artistic interests and nurture your creative juices, but it also aids in stress relief, improving your overall mental wellness. Table of Contents What Is a Creative Journal, and Why Does It Help? 5 Journaling F
Sep 12, 20254 min read


A Guide to Detach Your Self-Worth from Your Creative Work
Source: Canva Collection When self-expression is your identity, the centre of your work, would your self-worth also be reflected through it? Separating that emotional attachment from creative work can be hard. How many times have we not heard an artist calling their artwork their child, baby or even a piece of themselves? Then, the accidental ‘habit’ of comparing your creative work with other creatives can harm your self-esteem, too. Table of Contents Why Do Creatives Mix Wor
Sep 12, 20255 min read


How Productivity Apps Can Help You Stay Focused and Avoid Burnout
Source: Canva Collection There are numerous productivity apps on the market, each claiming to be the best, but are they just consuming your storage space or actually helping you? The truth is, you might be suffering from an app overload. Yes, searching for ‘productivity apps to avoid burnout’ could help you, but what happens when you already have those apps and not just one but maybe four different apps that function the same way? Table Of Contents Why Do Productivity Apps So
Sep 12, 20255 min read


How Creatives Can Bounce Back and Keep Growing with Rejection Immunity
Source: Canva Collection Rejection is hard. Especially for creatives, when rejection feels personal, as with every art they create, they put a piece of themselves in it. So, the idea of someone rejecting their creative outcome feels like a rejection to them. If you feel this way, it’s time to shift your perspective. Table of Contents Why Rejection Is Inevitable in Creative Work How to Accept Feedback Calmly? Giving and Accepting Feedback as a Creative Professional 3 Ways To
Sep 3, 20256 min read


Switching from Free to Paid Project Management Tools: What to Consider
Using free project management software is beneficial for small teams, but it can be frustrating when you encounter a paywall for a tool you want to utilise. Not only that, but as more complex projects come in and the team gets even bigger, a project management free plan might impact the creative workflow.
Sep 2, 20257 min read


The Psychology of 'Good Enough' in Creative Fields
Source: Canva Collection Why Do Creatives Struggle with the 'Good Enough’ Mindset There is one thing about being in the creative industry: the striving for perfection in an ever-competitive industry. It’s no wonder perfectionism goes hand in hand with artists. So, when the phrase “If it’s worth doing, it’s worth doing well” doesn’t resonate with you, then it’s time for you to take a step back and reassess. Table of Contents Why Do Creatives Struggle with the 'Good Enough’ Mi
Aug 29, 20254 min read


A Guide to Creative Project Management Software and Workflow
Source: Canva Collection Many creatives can be resistant to structure and scheduling. Most find a schedule daunting and even restrictive to their creative flow. However, in practice, this may not be the case at all. So, we explored why managing creative teams doesn’t have to be too free or too structured by utilising project management software for creatives and creating a workflow that works. Table of Contents Why Project Management Software Is Important? What Are Creative
Aug 29, 20256 min read


6 Types of Feedback and How to Respond
Source: Canva Collection Feedback is good, as it helps direct you towards the goal of your work. But as creatives, feedback varies. Sometimes it's useful, like, “Could you add a warmer shade of red?” or downright vague, like, “It doesn’t speak to me, you know.” Well, creatives aren’t mind readers. So, let’s filter your feedback towards growth and productivity. Table of Contents 6 Types of Feedback How To Align Feedback in Achieving Your Goals and Intent 3 Feedback Filter Fr
Aug 22, 20254 min read


How to Balance Between Structure and Flexibility in Creative Projects
Source: Canva Collection We tend to believe that creativity doesn’t work well with structure, but you’d be surprised to know that with ‘limitation’, ideas would develop better. However, you do need to balance structure and flexibility well. Having too much flexibility could cause chaos, while too much structure could stifle creativity. With the right project management skills, you will be able to find the balance needed for your creative project. Table of Contents Balanci
Aug 15, 20254 min read


Task Manager: Here’s How to Prioritise Better
Source: Canva Collection It’s the middle of the week. There are so many deadlines to complete. Surely, there’s a way to deal with these tasks when every single one is urgent to do. Table of Contents Feeling Overwhelmed by Too Many Priorities Urgent vs Important: The Eisenhower Matrix Tips To Prioritise Better for Creatives 3 Tools to Help You Sort and Focus Key Takeaways Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Author Bio Are You Feeling Overwhelmed by Too Many Priorities? When every
Aug 15, 20254 min read


Impostor Syndrome among Creatives: 6 Ways to Overcome It
Source: Canva Collection Impostor syndrome can be particularly challenging in the creative field, where art is subjective and often causes creatives to question their abilities. Recognising the signs of impostor syndrome can help you embrace better mental wellness and prevent it from affecting your self-worth. Table of Contents What Is Impostor Syndrome? Why Is It Common in Creative Fields? 6 Ways to Challenge and Reframe It Key Takeaways Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Aut
Aug 4, 20254 min read


Digital Detox for Creatives: Signs & Solutions
Source: Canva Collection You stare at your blank canvas or even a sketchbook, not knowing what to do, so you pick up your phone. Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, then back to Instagram again—when will it stop? If you find yourself doomscrolling on all kinds of online platforms to fill the gap of your time, it’s time for a social media break or rather, a digital detox. There’s a chance that you’re also going through a creative burnout from the excessive amount of media you are
Aug 4, 20254 min read
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