Show Your Work!: 10 Ways to Share Your Creativity and Get Discovered by Austin Kleon

Add this at the top of the Austin episode notes:As part of our Creativity Series, we’re revisiting Austin Kleon’s *Show Your Work!* — a practical guide to sharing your ideas, building creative confidence, and finding your audience.The biggest takeaway is simple: start sharing early. Don’t wait until your work is perfect. Share the process, the progress, and the things you’re learning. Small, consistent acts of openness can build momentum, connection, and confidence over time.In this exciting new episode of the Moonshots Podcast, Mike and Mark explore Austin Kleon’s influential book “Show Your Work!” They also discuss how to embrace and share one's creativity with the world. Links:• Buy The Book on Amazon• Become a Moonshot Member on Patreon• Watch this episode on YouTubeThis episode features insightful clips that highlight key themes from the book: 1. INTRO: • Austin Kleon speaks with Brian Johnson about the most significant misunderstanding of the book.Clip: Start Sharing Early (2m47) 2. Insights from Mike Nardi: • Mike Nardi encourages listeners to be more open with their interests and creativity.Clip: You Don’t Have to Be a Genius (57s) 3. Advice from Brian Johnson: • Brian Johnson emphasizes the importance of working hard and finding rhythms of rest to foster creativity.Clip: Micro Sabbaticals (2m49) 4. OUTRO: • Austin Kleon closes the show by highlighting the value of reading other people’s work.Clip: Start Absorbing Today (2m32)About “Show Your Work!” by Austin Kleon:“Show Your Work!” is a guide for people who want to share their creativity and get discovered. The book outlines ten simple steps to make sharing your work and ideas less daunting. Here are some key concepts: 1. You Don’t Have to Be a Genius: Focus on the process, not the product. Share your journey and the work you do daily. Kleon emphasizes that you don’t need to be an expert to share your work. Instead, being a learner and sharing your progress can inspire others. 2. Think Process, Not Product: Show your process, the behind-the-scenes work, and how you make what you make. Sharing the steps and thought processes involved in your work makes it more relatable and exciting to others. It can also help you build a community around your creative process. 3. Share Something Small Every Day: Consistently share small bits of your work, including notes, sketches, and ideas. This habit keeps your audience engaged and allows them to follow your creative journey. It also helps you build momentum and stay motivated. 4. Open Up Your Cabinet of Curiosities: Share your influences and inspirations. Let others see what you find interesting. You provide context for your work and help others discover new ideas and perspectives by showcasing what inspires you. 5. Tell Good Stories: Learn to tell your work story and journey. People are drawn to stories because they create emotional connections and make your work more memorable. Developing storytelling skills can help you communicate your ideas more effectively. 6. Teach What You Know: Share your knowledge and what you’ve learned. Teaching can be a great way to connect with others. By explaining your methods and insights, you help others and reinforce your understanding and expertise.About Moonshots Podcast:The Moonshots Podcast is your go-to source for unleashing the best possible version of yourself. Hosts Mike and Mark delve into the secrets of success by dissecting the mindset and daily habits of the world’s greatest superstars, thinkers, and entrepreneurs. Join them as they learn out loud, exploring behind the scenes to discover actionable insights that can be applied to your life.Don’t miss out on this inspiring episode! Tune in now and start showing your work!Links:• Buy The Book on Amazon• Become a Moonshot Member on Patreon• Watch this episode on YouTube