Ep. 128: Author & Creative Director Pia Leichter's Wisdom Journey

What if your life could become a masterpiece of intentional creativity? Join us as we explore this possibility with Pia Leichter, an author, founder, creative director and guide in this special 30-minute episode.

 

Celebrating the Creative Potential Within Us All

In our conversation with Pia, we dive into the essence of creativity as a vital force beyond the arts, challenging the common misconception that it exists solely in artistic endeavors. She shares insights on how creativity is akin to teaching and coaching, requiring courage and the willingness to embrace uncertainty. We also explore creativity in unexpected domains, from science to law, and highlight its universality, encouraging everyone to recognize their inherent creative potential, irrespective of their field or background.

 

Shared wisdom and stories, like Pia’s rather spontaneous decision to take a four-week journey on the Trans-Siberian Railway, illustrate how we hold the power to rewrite our narratives. We also delve into practical steps for nurturing creativity in everyday life, from morning routines to visualizing desired outcomes, empowering listeners to take control of their own creative destinies.

 

A Bit More About Our Wise Guest

Pia Leichter is a creative partner, published author, certified coach, and entrepreneur. Influenced by her mother’s boldness and her father's artistic background, creativity for Pia Leichter is not limited to traditional art forms. Instead it is a way of life that permeates every decision and every moment.

 

Pia’s journey from Canada to New York and eventually Copenhagen has been nothing short of transformative. A recovering nomad, she’s reported as a journalist in Sri Lanka, graduated summa cum laude from NYU, and worked as an award-winning creative director for some of the biggest brands in the world. Now, as the founder of Kollektiv Studio, she’s uniquely positioned to co-create ventures and wild visions. 

 

Pia recently published a book titled, “Welcome to the Creative Club.” Her book is part memoir and part guidebook, and it will challenge everything you thought you knew about creativity.

 

She joins us from her home in Copenhagen, Denmark. Over the next hour, you will discover why Pia Leichter is one of the wisest people I know.

 

Resources

Pia’s website Kollektiv Studio

Get Pia’s book “Welcome to the Creative Club” via our Bookshop or via Amazon

 

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Episode Chapters

0:06:00 - Are we all born with creativity, or just a few?

0:11:15 - The courage to embrace uncertainty

0:13:24 - Moving with trust instead of fear

0:18:16 - Wisdom versus knowledge

0:24:30 - Pia’s work as creative advisor to rebels, dreamers and misfits

0:30:35 - Pia shares her Main Thing wisdom nugget

0:36:13 - Overcoming fear; the power of choice

0:38:18 - Sovereignty and awareness in life’s experiences

0:41:19 - Creating your desired experience

0:46:12 - Exploring Pia’s new book “Welcome to the Creative Club”

0:50:51 - Reclaiming your creative power

0:54:02 - Pia’s closing thought: embracing uncertainty when creating