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A native of San Jose, California, Rich writes, consults, and speaks about the intersection of creativity, faith and leadership. His published a new book, MINDBLOWN: Unlock Your Creative Genius by Bridging Science and Magic. As a musician, he is a songwriter and recording artist, with A Beautiful Liturgy. Rich loves a good espresso and deep conversations with friends, new and old. He lives in the East Bay Area, California, with his wife and family.
Rich Kirkpatrick December 2, 2024 Special message from Rich... Hello Reader, This year allowed me the privilege to compose new music, help organizations innovate, and write or speak about creativity to people online and in person. I have one last project of the year, teaching at a university as an adjunct faculty member about leadership and innovation. I get to do this! What is my message? Creativity is what people do when we thrive! I am grateful to be helpful to people who want to grow in...
Rich Kirkpatrick August 27, 2024 Hello Reader, I'm learning how critical it is to understand how brain networks work for creativity. There are three that are the main ones we use when we create, innovate or solve everyday problems. My book, MINDBLOWN, goes into more detail, but here's a 2 Minute Tuesday about it. Creativity's 3 Main Brain Networks, Part 1. Most weeks I deliver a 2-Minute Tuesday to help you improve your creativity and creative process. Please subscribe to my Youtube channel...
Rich Kirkpatrick May 29, 2024 QUIZ: Team Robot or Team Wizard? Hello Reader. May I call you Robot or Wizard? Understanding divergent and convergent thought is fundamental to creativity. Why? When you identify which you are, you can find strategic and specific ways to grow. Even though we are all creative, it doesn't look the same for everyone. Take the quiz and I'll send some info related to your creative style. Take the Quiz! Link: https://rkblog.com/quiz The 3 Parts of Idea Generation This...