Rebel, Reject, Create!

We don’t have a creativity problem at work.We have a compliance problem.In this episode of Rebel, Reject, Create, creativity trainer and ex-PR creative director Claire Bridges (Now Go Create) drops some uncomfortable truths:Her invitation:Stop waiting for permission or “purpose”.Start asking: What do I actually want?Then decide what you’ll stop, start, and continue to getthere.Maybe the real rebellion isn’t wild ideas in the brainstorm.It’s refusing to live your working life on autopilot.Find out more about Claire Bridges here:https://www.nowgocreate.co.ukFind out more about David Chislett here:htpps://davidchislett.com

In this episode of Rebel, Reject, Create, we explore how creativity actually emerges between people: through psychosocial safety, visible listening, and experiential practice. My guest, Simo Routarinne is an interaction designer and culture shaper, contrasts individual vs. team creativity (“cathedrals” vs. blocks), shows why culture is behavior (not slogans), and shares practical micro-moves (nodding, appreciative tokens, “first idea” drills) that spread viral change. Expect improv wisdom, habit design you can use in your next meeting, and a liberating reframe: stop trying to be original—be obvious (to you), together.Find out more about Simo here:https://www.proimpro.fi/Find out more about David Chislett here:https://davidchislett.com

In this episode of Rebel, Reject, Create, I sit down with Liora Kern, communication strategist, brand builder, and founderof The Think Room, to explore what it really means to stay visible, credible, and human in the AI era. From fighting the “tsunami of sameness” to rediscovering an organization’s soul, Liora shares how she helps clients uncover their unique DNA (their “why”) before scaling content with AI.She explains how clarity of purpose fuels authentic communication, why confidence grows from meaning, and how creativity blossoms when we stop chasing otherpeople’s dreams. Expect a conversation that blends branding, psychology, anddeep humanity — a reminder that in a world of automation, your most valuable technology is still you. Tune in to learn how to: • Find and articulate yourauthentic “why.” • Use AI as a creative partner, not a copy machine. • Transform insecurity into confidence through purpose. • Build organizations that sound — and feel — truly human. Find out more about Liora Kern here: https://www.thethinkroom.euFind out more about David Chislett here: https://davidchislett.com

In this episode of Rebel, Reject, Create, host Dave talks with Jan Joubert, London-based tech entrepreneur and founder of Rainmaker Solutions. We discuss the powerful intersection of creativity, courage, and leadership in business.From the realities of startup life to the pitfalls of corporate complacency, Jan unpacks why creativity isn’t optional but essential. He shares insights on how fear of failure kills innovation, how to build cultures that reward experimentation, and why the best leaders are the ones who listen to their teams.Expect some pretty brutal observations, stories from the entrepreneurial frontlines, and a reminder that creativity doesn’t just take imagination — it takes discipline.A must-listen for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone trying to stay relevant in a world moving at light speed.For more about Rainmaker Solutions, visit:https://rainmaker.solutions/For more about David chislett, visit:https://davidchislett.com

This episode’s guest is Lisa Van Wyk. For the past decade and a bit she’s been leading storytelling, communication and content strategy and creative campaigning for international human rights and relief NGOs and non-profits. She specializes in developing ethical, creative and relevant communications in diverse (and sometimes dangerous or difficult) cultural and social/economic contexts. This has included written story across digital and offline spaces, documentary filmmaking, photographic exhibitions, radio and community theatre. Sh has also worked as a trainer in the fields of storytelling , media and information literacy and digital safety, facilitating courses and workshops with activist and non-profit organisations, educators and community organisers across Africa, Asia and LAC. And lastly, Lisa has also spoken at conferences organised by UNESCO and MIT, discussing the ways AI might affect the way we use, think about and relate to original and synthetic content. Projects: At the moment she is leading communications for two global campaigns, leading AI transformation discussions with the organisation, and developing and facilitating courses about AI and ethics for UNESCO, and looking to extend this training into education, activist and creative spaces Find Lisa online: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-van-wyk/