Creativity Tips: Find a Cheerleader

When I got my hair cut short a year or so ago, my friend Brenda called and left a fun voicemail telling me how adorable I looked. She doesn't know this, but I saved her message. So, every 21 days, I have the pleasure of hearing Brenda's enthusiasm pouring through the phone.

Cheerleaders are wonderful. We all need them. So ask yourself: Who on your creative team leads the cheers? Who notices when you -- or someone else -- does something brilliant, great, innovative?

If you don't have a cheerleader, find one. And don't stop there. Take a lesson from Brenda: Be one!