Boston Ujima Project’s Post

This right here. And it is not lost on me that I am reposting this on social media. In today's digital age, social media has become a powerful tool for connecting with others, sharing experiences, and expressing ourselves. However, it also comes with its own set of challenges and complexities that can lead to a love/hate relationship. I know I'm not alone in thinking this. On one hand, there's the allure of getting attention - It's exciting to see our posts gaining traction and receiving recognition from others. On the other hand, there's the struggle to pay attention - to focus on meaningful interactions, engage authentically, and avoid the pitfalls of comparison, FOMO and overconsumption of digital content. It's easy to get caught up in the cycle of constantly seeking validation and approval. Does anyone else find themselves in this daily dilemma? It's a slippery slope, especially for creatives.

This is a very insightful perspective that, at first glance, seems to speak to the process of creativity. It does so incredibly effectively because the generation of creative things exists between the points of observation and interpretation. Acting, artistic expression, music, poetry and creative writing are all the result of seeing and reporting what one sees through an individual lens. It also speaks to a more general view of seeking balance in the ways in which we live. Creativity isn’t just the driving force behind artistic expression, it’s a skill for leaders, scientists, mathematicians and engineers as well but the best practitioners of creative expression are those who understand the balance needed to realize its full potential. Those who embrace that balance will spearhead innovation.

Love this TED Talk! Being a communicator and educator raised by a marketer and an artist, I ask my collaborators and students one very important question before any creative process: If nothing were impossible, what would you do? Temporarily removing barriers from the equation (including your own intrusive thoughts & seeking attention) really makes the creative process more effective. You become more attentive to nuances; you anticipate reactions/responses, and are able to pivot when necessary. So really, pay attention more than seek. #insight #musings #creative

Attention. A valuable and rare commodity. Pay attention. As a marketer. A manager. A parent. A partner. A human. The connection you will make is priceless. The return on your investment will be exponential. And the byproduct is that you yourself will feel more connected to your audience. Your customers. Your team. Your family. The world. What a simple yet valuable lesson.

One of my favorite TED Talks. You will be so much more satisfied when you give your attention then waiting to receive attention. Giving you attention is active, it keeps you in the moment and you feel accomplished when you switch to something else. #videoproduction #audioproduction #adagency #creativedirector #commercialagent #advertisingagency #videoproductioncompany

One of the examples of being yourself in the middle of your journey is jeopardizing your success.

Getting Attention vs Paying Attention: Utilising acting techniques, and learning from professional actors, is a core principle at DoThinkDo which, fundamentally, helps programme participants enhance their communication skills and strike a conscious balance of 'attention' in any workplace scenario. The importance and power of #PayingAttention is invaluable... #Focus #Communication #Attention #Acting #Learning #Creativity #Play #LearningThroughPlay #ExperientialLearning #LearningandDevelopment #LandD #PersonalDevelopment #ProfessionalDevelopment #Ted #TedTalk #LearningFromActors #LearnbyDoing #DoThinkDo Do something. Think about it. Do it differently 💙

''We are not a colour!" Today we are sharing an amazing spoken word poem from the incredible Peju "The Spark" Abuchi IAMB who is an award winning poetic speaker, therapeutic wordsmith, coach and author. These impactful words not only express her feelings of Black History Month but Peju uses the power of spoken word to highlight the strength of Black identity, Black empowerment, and Black unity. #ReclamingNarratives #BlackHistoryMonth Click the link below to watch the full video: https://lnkd.in/eVqHaXh5

Our founder wrote a timely piece on blaxit! Check it out via the link below!