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In my experience coaching creative professionals who are in the process of looking for a job, I have come up against a common theme. A preoccupation with proving that they are creative enough, skilled enough, educated enough to be hired. This perspective will set you up for a one sided interview, making it all about proving you are “worthy” enough for the position.
Although it’s equally important to make sure your talents and skills shine, it is also imperative that you interview the company to see if they are a good fit for you and your ultimate vision. Remember if you are considering working 40+ hours a week for this company, it is vitally important you are also evaluating them.
When it comes to working as a creative professional, it is essential that the company you are considering to work for possesses a mindset and environment that will support your creativity.
In an article on OnlineMBA.com titled “13 Ways Companies Kill Creativity,” it points out aspects to look for in a company if you are seeking an environment where your creativity can flourish. This is so essential to the creative professional, because in order for creativity to thrive, it requires enough fluidity and freedom in the work environment. So if you’re out there looking for the right job in your creative industry, do your research and make sure the company you’re considering working for is going to provide you what you need to support your creative potential and success.
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This is a cross-post from The Art of Mind.
Lisa A Riley, MA, LMFT is a Creativity Coach and has spent more than nine years working with creative individuals such as artists, actors, designers, musicians, writers, and actors. She “helps to empower clients to take steps towards enhancing their creativity and move closer to becoming the artist they envisioned themselves to be”. See her multiple ‘Products for Your Creative Success’ on her site The Art of Mind.