The test of a first-rate intelligence is the ability to hold two opposed ideas in mind at the same time and still retain the ability to function. ~ F. Scott Fitzgerald If a billionaire walked up to you on the street and said that he knew the secret to success, what would you guess his secret to be?…
Innovation and Creativity Institute
Innovation & Creativity Institute (ICI) fosters creative thinking and leadership within individuals, businesses and entrepreneurs through unique, art-based methodologies
Ignite your creativity & awaken your inner rebel to shepherd the change you want to see in yourself, your business, and the world.
You want to know that your time here mattered. That you made a positive difference. Yet, that restlessness you’re feeling… it’s your intuition telling you what you’ve tried so far won’t get you where you want to be.
Live and lead differently
Dear leader:
Now more than ever, we need powerful people like you with clear intentions and access to creativity and innovation to step forward. We need you to be the leader of your own life first and foremost, as well as a creative leader of our organizations, our teams, and our nonprofits. We need you to reclaim your creative confidence and uncover the spark inside of you that has the power to move mountains; shift cultures; solve problems; create new, innovative products and services; and disrupt entire industries.
We need you to soar to levels previously unimaginable. But you don’t need to do it alone.
Start with creativity. Uncover joy, abundance, ease, and extraordinary leadership.
Studies show that creativity is the most important leadership quality and greatly enhances bottom-line revenue. Creativity is also the cornerstone in leading change inside the organization and in society.
As Dan Palotta argues in Harvard Business Review “…the best creativity […] comes from a desire to contribute to the lives of others, ... by showing people that something thought to be impossible is in fact possible.
As Dan Palotta argues in Harvard Business Review “…the best creativity […] comes from a desire to contribute to the lives of others, ... by showing people that something thought to be impossible is in fact possible.
Coaching + Masterminds
Entrepreneurship meets art. Revitalize your creativity, work from your zone of genius, and deeply connect with a community of like-minded souls…with an expert guide in your corner.
Workshops + Retreats
Adventure is calling! Reconnect with the world within and around you, expand your definitions of creativity and play, and reignite your passion to fuel the change you want to see in yourself and in the world.
Speaking
Awaken new energy in your organization. Infuse your team with creative confidence through interactive experiences designed with your unique goals and objectives in mind.
Creative rebels, unleashed
“I had reached a point in my business where I was burned out and feeling pretty disenchanted with many areas in my personal life. I was really needing to hit the reset button in a big way and reached out to Susie for coaching. As a result of our working together, I am deeply inspired and rejuvenated, am attracting ideal clients, and am falling in love with my business all over again. I also have a path for what comes next and can see precisely how lucrative and fun my new offerings to the market will be. And, if that weren't enough, I have reconnected with my creativity in a way that is deeply rewarding and joyful. Not only am I painting, my kids are involved in the fun, too. Working with Susie was one of the best investments I've ever made.”
“Our office has been changed for the better! Susie brought great ideas, amazing energy, and immersive educational experiences that absolutely inspired my whole team. The two biggest areas of impact have been communication and creativity. Through Susie’s workshop, everyone tapped into their deeper creative selves and found power in working together as a creative team. Now I know I have a dynamic, industry-changing group of people who are ready for anything. How does it get better than that?”
“I really shifted to using the other half of my brain, and I could actually feel the energy moving over, as well as the emotional release that came from it. Quite amazing to recapture being able to do that at will. Susie has a depth of knowledge at her fingertips that she could tap in order to answer any questions that came her way. I brought home creativity tools (beautifully curated), a list of reference resources, and some new ways to really shift back and forth between both the left and right brain to discover new pathways to innovation. Thank you so much!”
“Susie is truly a rare find as an executive and entrepreneurial consult. She possesses exceptional insight into both the personal and business dynamics that challenge today’s C-Level executives, corporate teams, and entrepreneurs. She helped me develop my creativity in a way I never thought possible and equipped me with tangible techniques to bolster my sales pipeline. Most importantly, Susie has a great sense of humor and a true passion for helping her clients reach new levels of success. That combination makes working with her a fun and regarding experience. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to significantly improve his or her performance as an executive or entrepreneur.”
“Just one call with Susie was a game changer to get my stagnant creative juices flowing again! I had lost my mojo from burnout at trying to do too much. It's been such a joy to play and reconnect with language as a creative art in a way I haven't allowed myself for so long. It has already paid off in unexpected ways, including an interview for my dream job (fingers crossed!) and recommitting to my personal and business goals. Thank you, Susie!”
Art first. Money, courage, and joy to follow.
Art starts on the inside. The Innovation and Creativity Institute guides leaders on the Creative Rebel’s Voyage, starting with leadership of self and uncovering limitless leadership of others.
What if shifting our perspective simply meant paying attention?
Share our lens with creative explorations from the field.
The Power of Your Story (without Preaching)
When I owned a real estate firm, I used to go into the local radio station to record a commercial each month. I enjoyed writing the copy and then having an opportunity to record in the studio with the station’s talented and fun DJ. Without fail, my first few takes were unusable, as I would…
Creativity, Minimalism, and Living Lightly
We arrived at the port on Ios after a day and a half on the water. As the ferry ramp lowered like a giant whale opening its mouth, I could see the village rising from sea level all the way to the top of the cliffs. I took in my first view of the iconic,…
Leave Home
Happy lovers know that distance makes the heart grow fonder. Successful and creatively-expressed entrepreneurs know that it also gives you an enormous amount of essential, healing perspective, as well as new insight and ideas. From the moment I load suitcases into my car and push the button to lower the hatch door, I exhale and…
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"The job of the wayfinder, whether an ancient oracle or a modern scientific theorist, is to reach beyond current human knowledge into the realm of the unimagined and bring back something true and useful."
- Martha Beck