Here’s another excerpt from my forthcoming debut book, ‘60+ Lessons from the Creative Journey: A Handy Guide for the Budding Entrepreneur’ (available Feb. 25 on Amazon). This comprehensive volume of the journey (so far) covers everything from branding philosophy, to mindset, to the dynamics of our working and personal relationships.

On that last point, here’s a taste of what’s in store when you pre-order your copy now!

The people you surround yourself with will determine your future.

After reading through the past few lessons, you probably have a good idea of the type of people you’d like to have in your creative sphere. Heart-centered, passionate, accountable individuals who communicate clearly, respectfully, and from a place of their own values. Those with the emotional maturity to respond, not react. People who are a good hang, and who look out for each other – whether hard at work, or off the clock.

Professionally, your ideal collaborators are likely moving toward similar goals as you, for similar reasons, with skills that nicely complement yours. They’re creative, just like you, with different perspectives and offerings. When you join forces, you can create a robust, thriving creative ecosystem where anything is possible.

Did somebody come to mind as you were reading that? Good. I want you to reach out to them, find time to catch up, and brainstorm some ways that you can support each other. That’s how you build a winning team, and create a rising tide that will lift all boats.

If somebody doesn’t fit the bill? That’s fine. Accept your differences, wish them well, and move further into alignment with those who do. Oh, and take the high road, because frankly…

You shouldn’t have time to talk shit.

Want more? Make sure you’re one of the first in line to own ’60+ Lessons…’