In this episode of The Fosgail Mindset, host Myka Kennedy Stephens sits down with Neil Mackinnon, a seasoned leadership and executive coach whose journey from professional musician to creative industry leader offers a wealth of inspiration. Neil discusses powerful lessons from his transformative 12 years at London’s Southbank Centre. Together, Myka and Neil unpack what genuine creativity means in practice; not just as a spark of inspiration, but as an engine for cultural change, social activism, and bold organizational transformation. Neil reflects on his career across leadership and executive coaching, and the importance of letting strong ideas lead the way, with structures shaped to nurture creative possibility instead of limiting it. This conversation blends personal stories, practical leadership wisdom, and a passionate call to prioritize creativity as the heartbeat of meaningful impact. Tune in for insights that will inspire you to adopt a creative approach when moving from big ideas to lasting change.

Contact Neil Mackinnon: https://neilmackinnon.net

Read the companion blog post: https://www.fosgail.org/blog/2025/08/02/2025-08-02_invitation_to_creativity/

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Recorded June 3, 2025 with Descript.