The Output with Shawn Buttner

The Output

Most creators don't have a content problem. They have a clarity problem. The Output is a weekly letter for creators who are doing the work but feel like something's still off, and want to figure out what. One idea per issue. No roundups, no tips lists. Just the thinking that makes the output mean something.

Why Deadlines Are Your Secret Weapon for Creativity 🎯

Hey Creator, Ever feel like you’re not creating enough—or that perfectionism keeps holding you back? Here’s the truth💥: You don’t create enough to be excellent. That’s not a dig—it’s a challenge! The best creators are prolific, and one thing they all have in common? Deadlines. From musicians and ...

Feb 09, 2025

The Secret to Endless Energy as a Creator 💡

Hey Creator, Ever feel like your creative energy is a rollercoaster—some days you’re on fire, and other days you’re completely drained? 🚀➡️💨 You’re not alone. The truth is, your daily habits either fuel your energy or slowly drain it away. The best creators don’t rely on motivation alone—they bui...

Feb 02, 2025

Successful Creators Turn Imposter Syndrome Into Their Superpower

Hey Creator, Do you ever feel like you’re faking it, that your audience or peers will “find you out”? You’re not alone. Every creator faces imposter syndrome at some point in their journey—but here’s the good news: it doesn’t have to hold you back. In this week’s episode of Creators That Crush, w...

Jan 26, 2025

Crushed vs Confident: What Makes a Successful Creator?

Hey Creators, Happy New Year! 🎉 I hope your 2025 is off to a fantastic start. It’s been an exciting start to the year here, with some big updates to share! The Big News: “Creators That Crush” Is Here! I’m thrilled to announce the rebranding of the podcast to “Creators That Crush”—the podcast th...

Jan 19, 2025

What’s Your Next Bold Move?

Hey there, Revolutionary! Have you ever wondered if there’s more to your day-to-day than the routine, or if your work could resonate on a deeper level—not just for others but also for you? That’s the heart of what I call “The Meaningful Revolution.” It’s more than just a phrase; it’s a movement...

Oct 29, 2024

What To Do When You Reach A Deadline And Don't Like The Quality Of Your Work

Hey Revolutionaries, Have you ever struggled with a decision to release a blog, podcast, youtube video, or article you didn't LOVE, but you were at your deadline? That was me this week. I had some interviews that got moved, and so my backlog of podcast episodes got used up. I spend four days wor...

Oct 07, 2024 announcement creator performance

How to Get More Done In 1 Week Than Most Do In 12

Hey Revolutionaries, Our ability to effectively and sustainably create is the key to our success as podcasters, YouTubers, and writers. For example, the past two weeks have been a whirlwind. I was recovering from COVID while hosting a close friend who was in town. To truly “take a break,” I had ...

Sep 30, 2024 announcement creator performance

How to Handle Disappointment in Your Creative Work

Hey Revolutionaries, As we work and build our meaningful movements, we will inevitably run into disappointment, or the times we don’t like the work we are doing, the results we are getting others, or the results we are getting ourselves. Or disappointed we didnt perform the way we wanted because...

by Shawn Buttner — Sep 23, 2024 announcement creator performance

Lead Your Energy To Create Your Best Work

Hey Revolutionaries, So much of what we create depends on our energy. The energy to start writing pages for the day, or begin researching the next podcast episode. We require energy for editing, promoting our work, and delivering stellar value for our clients, customers, and students. HOW we lea...

Sep 16, 2024 announcement creator performance

The New Meaningful Revolution Momentum Weekly Newsletter

Hey Revolutionaries, Making changes always feels risky. Over the past year, I’ve struggled with finding a way to make this newsletter both fun and valuable for you—and enjoyable for me. What began as a two-week break turned into a few months. But I’m thrilled to announce that we’re back, and I b...

Sep 09, 2024 announcement creator performance

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The Output

Most creators don't have a content problem. They have a clarity problem. The Output is a weekly letter for creators who are doing the work but feel like something's still off, and want to figure out what. One idea per issue. No roundups, no tips lists. Just the thinking that makes the output mean something.