by Mark McGuinness
My books for creative professionals are based on my experiences as an award-winning poet and as a coach for creatives since 1996.
21 Insights for 21st Century Creatives
A book to help you thrive as a creator amid the demands, distractions, and opportunities of the 21st century.
A real Swiss Army knife of all-around mental ammunition for those of us slugging it out in the trenches of this new century.
~ Steven Pressfield, bestselling author of The War of Art
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Productivity for Creative People
A book to help you get your real creative work done – in spite of the demands and distractions of an ‘always on’ world.
Of all the writers I know, I have learned the most about how to be a productive creative person from Mark. His tips are always realistic, accessible, and sticky. It’s not just talk, this is productivity advice that will change your life.
~ Jocelyn K. Glei, author and Founding Editor, 99U
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Motivation for Creative People
A book to help you to stay creative while gaining money, fame, and reputation.
Motivation for Creative People will encourage you reflect sincerely on the factors that underpin your artistic achievements, ultimately giving you a ‘clarity of mission’ that will take your creativity to new heights.
~ Jocelyn K. Glei, author and Founding Editor, 99U
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Resilience: Facing Down Rejection and Criticism on the Road to Success
If you want to achieve something original and meaningful with your life, you
must learn to deal with rejection and criticism. This book will show you how.
Read this book and you will be bulletproof!
~ Steven Pressfield, bestselling author of The War of Art
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Manage Your Day-to-Day
I contributed two chapters to this international best seller from 99U that helps you stop doing busywork and start doing your best work.
Other contributors include Seth Godin, Steven Pressfield, Scott Belsky, Stefan Sagmeister, Gretchen Rubin, Leo Babauta, Todd Henry and Cal Newport.
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Maximize Your Potential
I wrote a chapter of another international best seller from 99U – this one helps you cultivate your creative expertise, build valuable relationships, and take bold, new risks so that you can utilize your talents to the fullest.
Other contributors include Michael Bungay Stanier, Scott Belsky, Teresa Amabile, Jonathan Fields, Cal Newport and Frans Johansson.
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