288 - From Corporate to Creative: How Adding Personality Creates Better Connection with Kristina Lucia Pezza
Could your inner creative make you more successful in business?
If you’ve ever wondered how your imagination fits into your work, or if you’re tired of being told to just “think harder,” this episode is for you.
I’m talking with someone who’s turned her own creative journey into a powerful tool for richer relationships, both in life and business.
This week, I’m joined by the wonderfully vibrant Kristina Lucia Pezza, award-winning author, artist, and creator behind Curiously Curated Creations.
Kristina's story hows it’s possible to ditch the oppressive culture of most corporate workplaces and embrace your creative self, even (or especially!) if you’ve spent years hiding parts of it to meet other’s expectations.
She’s here because her approach to communication is exactly what we all need more of: clear, full of real human emotion, and a little bit playful!
Because business doesn’t have to be so serious and boring - does it?
You’ll hear answers to these questions and more:
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Why does communication often fall flat… even when everyone’s talking? And what might creativity offer that “business speak” can’t?
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How did Kristina go from hiding her artistic side in the corporate world to making it her greatest strength as an entrepreneur?
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What are the three ways you can build instant engagement, whether you’re talking with kids, clients, or a whole crowd?
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How can something as simple as colouring help you unlock new ideas and make decisions with less overthinking?
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What does it really look like to bring your authentic self (yes, the creative side!) to your business, even if you don’t think you’re “the artistic one”?
If you’re ready to explore the real art of communication, and pick up a few creative tips you can put into practice today - then this episode is for you!
Press play to discover what your inner creative has been trying to tell you all along!
About our guest:
Kristina Lucia is an award winning and bestselling author, creator, and artist who ignites the imaginations of children and their parents through her limited edition animals and touching storybooks. She is the founder of the Kristina Lucia Learning Style. Her humble beginnings in a small farm town (there was only one traffic light!) sparked her creativity at a young age and her adopted home of New York City keeps her inspired daily. Curiously Curated Creations of Kristina Lucia features a magical array of warm, cuddly and comforting creatures along with storybooks that help parents and kids improve their communication and deepen their relationships.
Connect with Kristina:
Business name & website link
Curiously Curated Creations
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristinaluciapezza
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kristinaluciapezza/
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