Steve Piscitelli has a conversation with songwriter and visual artist Shawn Eager. Topics in this episode include: defining creativity; creative spark and spirit; importance of teachers; connection of art and creativity; listening to the internal dialogue; and mental locks and schooling. For more on Shawn, please visit www.reverbnation.com/shawneager. For the conclusion of Steve's conversation with Shawn, click on Episode #5: Creativity (Part 2): Seeking Inspiration & the Road to Your Heart. Music "T2D" by Billy Bowers (used with permission).

In this second part of a two-part podcast, Dr. John Wall and I examine the characteristics of effective leadership. Be sure to click on Episode#2: Transformational Leadership (Part 1) to hear the beginning of this podcast on leadership. Thanks for tuning in! Make it a great day.