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Todd Henry

Todd Henry is an author, speaker, and advisor who writes about creativity, leadership, productivity, and purpose in work. He is best known for The Accidental Creative, Die Empty, and Herding Tigers. His seven books have been translated into more than a dozen languages, and his Daily Creative podcast has reached tens of millions of downloads.

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If you feed your cowardice, you slowly murder your own soul
-How To Rise To The Moment
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“A winner never quits and a quitter never wins” is a lie
-There Is No Shame In (Strategic) Quitting
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If you are a writer, you are not paid to churn out words, you’re paid for your perspective
-Alone With Your Thoughts
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There are insights that you can never regain if you let them slip through your fingers
-Reclaim The Profundity Of The Present
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If you don’t know where you’re going, you’ll never know when you get there
-How To Stay Focused And On Course
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Books don’t change lives, nor do ideas alone. Action does
-Harness The Power Of Your Authentic Voice
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If you chase applause, you'll always be enslaved to it
-Are You A Moment, or a Mountain?
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Cover bands don’t change the world
-Cover Bands Don’t Change The World
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Your sweet spot is discovered through active contemplation, not passive reflection
-Find Your “Sweet Spot” Of Effectiveness

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"Todd Henry has spent years breaking down the secrets of highly effective creatives. Read this book and prepare to ramp up your brilliance!"

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"In a field crowded with rivals, Todd Henry stands out as a unique and original voice"

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"The gift of creative insight is not to be squandered! Todd Henry has assembled a guide that will enrich your creative pursuits"

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"Todd Henry says to create a life of meaning and impact you need to map, make, and mesh"

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"A simple, masterful manual for leading a fulfilled life. I couldn't put it down. Bravo, Todd Henry!"

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