Hey Creative Souls,

Remember when your best ideas came from random hallway conversations? Yeah, we miss those too.

But here's the thing: creativity didn't die when you started working from home. It just got sneakier.

We've cracked the code on intentionally sparking those "aha!" moments that used to happen by accident. Think strategic coffee breaks, tech tools that actually work, and building your own creative community.

Ready to turn your home office into an idea factory?

Let's go!

— Ric & Shellie

WORKING REMOTELY

Sparking Creativity When You Work Alone

By Paige Bliss

Think remote work killed your creative spark? Think again. 

The truth is, creativity doesn't vanish when you work from home – it just needs different fuel. Paige discovered this the hard way after staring at the same four walls expecting lightning to strike. Turns out, those spontaneous "aha!" moments you miss from office life? 

You can absolutely recreate them, but there's a method to the madness.

Steal Paige’s Secret Creative Fuel Formula →

QUICK TAKES

Creative Works

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✅ 7 books to read if you want to feel more inspired and creative

✅ Albert Einstein Tells His Son That the Key to Learning & Happiness Is Losing Yourself in Creativity (or “Finding Flow”)

LAST WEEK’S POLL RESULTS

What's your go-to strategy for sparking creativity remotely?

WORKING REMOTELY

In Defence of Working Alone

By Katie Jackson

Remember those random breakroom lightbulb moments that made your best ideas? 

Katie gets it – and she's figured out how to manufacture those "accidental brilliance" sparks from her home office. Turns out, you don't need the office hum to get creative, you just need the right mix of tools and social practices. 

But here's the kicker: it requires completely flipping how you think about remote creativity.

Swipe Katie's Spontaneous Creativity Blueprint →

THE VIBE

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🔆 The Future of Work Is About Fun. Stop forcing fun and start fostering it.

POLL – NEXT WEEKS TOPIC

Next week: Community Collaboration. Collaborating with other remote workers in a community helps you thrive both personally and professionally

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Your Social Life Awaits

Ready to escape your home office bubble? 

Your fellow remote workers are gathering everywhere from Asheville's Funkatorium to Austin's happiest hours. Whether you're craving coworking vibes in El Paso, volunteer opportunities in North Carolina, or just need an excuse to hit Philadelphia's beer gardens – we've got you covered. 

Time to remind yourself that pants are optional, but human connection isn't.

🗓️ Check out the Community Calendar!

RESOURCES

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