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JUNE 16, 2020

Stress can come in many forms. Often it stems from something beyond our control, whether a breakup, loss of someone dear, or losing a job. We can even feel anxiety when trying something new or in anticipation of an exciting new project. Regardless of the source, you’re not alone if you’re feeling anxious; you’re only human. Just as we’ve explored anxiety in the workplace , how creatives handle tough transitions , and navigating grief , here we’ll explore how creat

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JUNE 16, 2020

In this workbook, written by creative coach and 99U columnist Tina Essmaker , we invite you to make space for personal exploration and discovery. Through five exercises, you’ll be able to either kickstart a practice or dig deeper into your creative exploration. You’ll also find books, talks, and podcasts organized around each exercise so you can dig deeper into any topic that interests you.

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JUNE 17, 2020

This year’s 99U Conference was, for the first time, a free, virtual experience with attendees joining us from around the world. From a paper-crafting workshop that investigates the interplay of the physical and digital, courtesy of Kelli Anderson, to Antionette D. Carroll’s blueprint for genuine inclusivity and equity, there is a wealth of ideas from our featured group of thinkers and creatives that engage with this year’s theme of The Creative Self. .

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JUNE 24, 2020

In January, an eight-minute video ricocheted across the internet. In it, photographer Noah Kalina chronicled some 7,300 self-portraits, taken daily over the last two decades. As he stares wide-eyed into the camera, we watch a 19-year-old aspiring artist transform—ever slowly, over the years—into a man with a deeply respected photography career. As the video makes clear, this change didn’t happen overnight. .

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JULY 7, 2020

Welcome to 99U’s monthly Book Club , where we look at book releases that challenge us to think deeper, explore new perspectives, and spark a better understanding of the nuances of a creative career from leadership and community building to productivity and everything in between. Have you ever been on a Zoom call where someone drinks from a mug? Me too.

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JULY 15, 2020

We all know constant connection makes it harder than ever to switch off when we finish work for the day. It’s vital to set aside time to properly recharge. But let’s say you already heeded that advice—does it matter what you actually do in your downtime? Moreover, is there a way you can use your hobbies to not only have fun and unwind, but also to boost confidence in your work life?

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JULY 22, 2020

How do you overcome creative block? It’s a simple question, but one that we wrestle with as creatives over and over again. Just when we think we’ve found the answer to move past a current rut, a new challenge arises. Feeling stuck happens to all of us—newly minted graduates, creatives early in their practice, mid-career practitioners, and seasoned pros. .

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