The Download Podcast, with Jill Marshall
Host Jill Marshall, a fiction author and creativity coach, delves into the phenomenon of 'downloads'—moments of sudden, profound inspiration that can transform creative and professional lives. Marshall shares insights, personal stories, and strategies to help visionaries and creatives tap into this powerful source of ideas and direction that fuel creativity, strategic thinking, and personal and professional growth. Interviews with other creatives will also tap into the creative, spiritual and business-focussed 'download'.
The Download Podcast, with Jill Marshall
The Name Game - Dos and Don'ts in Naming Your Creations
Unlocking the Magic of Naming: A Guide for Creativity and Success
In this episode of 'The Download,' fiction author and creative coach Jill Marshall explores the significance of naming creative projects. She delves into how names and titles can influence the success of your work, whether they emerge from flashes of inspiration or require careful crafting. Jill shares personal anecdotes, including the naming process of her own projects and challenges faced. She offers practical tips for choosing the right name, drawing lessons from real-world examples like Harry Potter and Google, while also emphasizing the importance of creative freedom. This episode is a resource for writers, creatives, creative businesses and entrepreneurs aiming to find the perfect title that resonates with their vision and audience.
00:00 Welcome to The Download
00:34 What’s in a Name?
01:57 Real-World Examples of Naming and Titles
02:55 A Tale of Two Titles: Jane Blonde and Matilda Peppercorn
10:10 Common Pitfalls in Naming and Title-Finding
13:40 Top Three Tips for Finding the Perfect Name
14:58 Conclusion and Next Steps
Listen to Jill’s mentioned episode on ‘Unveiling Ideas: When the Universe Answers Your Questions’
Read the first in the TLOMP quartet, The Legend of Matilda Peppercorn, CATGIRL
Find out more about Jill’s coaching and consultancy at
Wisewoman&Wordsmith.com
Discover Jill’s fiction for tweens, teens, YA and adults at
JillMarshallBooks
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