Harnessing your Creative Genius with Anthony Q. Farrell

So many people who identify as "creative" struggle to turn their skills into a viable and fulfilling career. While the arts and other creative fields may be tough to break into, learning from those who’ve found success can help you boost your own chances of getting that big break!  

My guest for this episode of The Business of Thinking Big has not only carved out a place for themselves in their chosen creative field, they’re now creating work for other talented and aspiring creatives. Anthony Q. Farrell is a BAFTA-winning, Emmy-nominated writer, producer, occasional director, comedian, and actor, and the creator of CTV’s delightful workplace comedy Shelved, which follows the lives of the employees and patrons of a fictional library in Toronto’s Parkdale neighbourhood. 

Anthony’s career has taken him to some wonderful places, including writing for (and appearing as an extra in) NBC’s HUGELY popular sitcom The Office! During this conversation, Anthony shares the steps that he took along his path to creative success, his thoughts on the origin of creativity, his creative role models, and how he’s juggled his multiple interests. As a bonus, he even reveals some behind-the-scenes TV trivia!

In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you’ll discover:‌ ‌

• The hidden consequence of giving up your day job while honing your craft 
• The links between trauma and the artistic process 
• How to encourage your child to explore their creativity and follow their dreams 

Guest bio: Anthony Q. Farrell is an award-winning writer and producer. He is the creator of CTV’s Shelved.

Timestamps:‌ ‌

00:33  Meet Anthony Q. Farrell

02:56  Anthony’s early path

07:09  Where creativity comes from  

09:36  Kids & creativity

12:21  Vermont summer stock story

15:14  Parental encouragement

17:20  The creative paradox

19:45  Starving artists, trauma & art

26:12  Creative flow

28:32  Balancing career & family

36:31  Creative role models

40:17  Tips & conclusion

Links mentioned:‌ ‌

Anthony Q. Farrell

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1940444 

Shelved

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt21057886

The Office

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0386676 

The Groundlings

https://groundlings.com 

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