Why Mistakes Are Your Secret Weapon

Apr 27, 2025

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Hey Creator,

Be honest—how do you feel when you make a mistake in your creative work? Frustrated? Embarrassed? Ready to scrap everything?

You’re not alone. Too many creators treat mistakes like failures. But here’s the truth: Mistakes are just play in disguise—and play is where breakthroughs happen.

In this week’s episode of Creators That Crush, I share how legends like The Beatles spent 70% of their time goofing off—and how that playful energy led to some of their greatest hits. I’ll show you why high-performing creators thrive when they stop fearing mistakes and start experimenting.

If you’re stuck in perfectionism, burning out, or feeling like creating isn’t fun anymore, this episode is your reminder to loosen up—and why doing so could unlock your next big success.

Listen now and discover:

Why “trial and error” fuels creative growth.
How to structure your workday for more joy and progress.
A simple mindset shift to turn mistakes into momentum.

Plus, I’ve got a quick challenge to help you bring more play into your creative process this week.

Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube

Cheering you on,

Shawn

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