Building Creative Teams That Actually Work
Creative Conversations
Marcus shares his hard-earned wisdom about building and managing creative teams that don't just survive, but thrive. Drawing from his experience leading creative projects at major brands, this solo episode covers everything from hiring diverse talent to creating an environment where creativity can flourish.
Perfect for creative directors, team leaders, and anyone looking to understand what makes creative collaboration truly effective.
Show Notes
Key Topics Covered:
- 03:00 - The biggest mistakes in creative hiring
- 08:30 - Why diversity isn't just nice to have
- 15:45 - Creating psychological safety for creative risks
- 22:10 - The role of constraints in creativity
- 28:00 - Managing creative feedback loops
- 34:20 - Balancing individual vision with team collaboration
- 40:15 - Tools and processes that actually help
- 45:00 - Red flags to watch out for
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Transcript
Marcus: Hey everyone, welcome back to Creative Conversations. I'm Marcus Rivera, and today we're diving into something I get asked about constantly - how do you actually build a creative team that works?
Not just a team that looks good on paper, or sounds impressive in meetings, but a team that consistently produces great work, collaborates effectively, and doesn't burn out or implode...
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Participants
Marcus Rivera
Host