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August 24, 2019

The surprising side gigs of some famous and creative people

The surprising side gigs of some famous and creative people.

In recent years the benefits of cross-training have been put in the spotlight. Employers are cross-training their employees, athletes are cross-training their bodies, and studies have shown that cross-training your mind can drastically impact your career.

Cross training is now a priority

Prioritizing time away from your daily tasks to devote to hobbies or side gigs can help you push past creative blocks and spark new ideas.

Though the benefits of cross-training your mind are just being realized, the practice of taking a break from your craft to inspire new ideas is centuries old.

Did you know that Emily Dickinson was an avid baker? She would often retreat to her kitchen and find so much inspiration that she would have to scrawl poems on the backs of her recipes.

Many creatives throughout history have had similar practices.

Invaluable put together this infographic that highlights 8 famous creatives who had side hobbies that significantly impacted their careers.

Whether you are an author, an engineer, or a personal assistant, prioritizing a hobby could be the key to your next big career move. If you are struggling to find inspiration or just feel stuck, make time for your interests and see how cross-training your mind can impact your productivity and creativity.

— Emma Welsh is a writer at Invaluable.com, the world’s leading online marketplace for fine art, antiques and collectibles. You can see more of her and her colleagues’ work here.

• Posted 8.24.19 at 04:40 am by Roy Osing
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