Mitchell Rigie

What’s Holding You Back From Success?

Creativity is more than a gift, it's an adventurous journey, the heart of which is the "inner game." This mental and emotional realm is often clouded by challenges like doubt, fear, the inner critic, and procrastination.

Self-doubt can cause you to question your abilities, fear can cause you to avoid taking risks, the inner critic can undermine your confidence negative self-talk, and procrastination can cause endless delays. They are the adversaries in your inner game, impeding your ability to triumph.

But to succeed, you need more than just tenacity. You need empowering strategies, skills, tools, and support to navigate these barriers and master your inner game.

Break free from old limits and transform these obstacles into stepping stones to success. The time for change and action is now.

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Hi, I’m Mitchell.

I’m an author, creative professional, problem-solving expert, trainer, and certified NLP Master Coach, I've spent over 30 years empowering individuals and teams to unlock their creative potential.

As a founding partner of SmartStorming, an NYC-based consulting and training company, I've helped thousands of creative professionals at leading companies such as Google, Under Armour, NBCUniversal, Capital One, and Spotify become more confident and successful creative problem-solvers.

I’m also the founder of the Creative Breakthrough Lab, an organization dedicated to helping creative individuals like you build their creative confidence, skills, and resourcefulness, so they can achieve their goals faster and more easily in life, work, or business.

What breakthrough can we help you achieve?

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Creativity Unleashed: Organizations I've Empowered

Client Testimonials: Here’s What They Are Saying…

“I can’t even begin to tell you how much amazing feedback we are receiving. Not only was it fun – but we all learned so much in the process. Thank you for making us all so much better at our jobs and teaching me how to better inspire the folks around us.”

— Lauren R. VP, NBCUniversal

“SmartStorming really rejuvenated my team. It made us more excited about the idea-generation process, but most of all, helped me think of innovative new ways to approach my day-to-day business. I would recommend SmartStorming to any team that feels complacent and needs a shot of idea caffeine.”

— Karima H. Strategist, Google

“My creative endeavors exploded, and this momentum has continued to build and grow! I’ve experienced a profound mindset shift — letting go of that “imposter syndrome” really unleashed my bottled-up creativity.”

— Chelsea D. Principal, BluJoyWrks

“Thank you for creating a highly engaging program for our team. We learned great idea-generation approaches that were both fun and practical. The simple strategies and tools allowed us the freedom to come up with hundreds of ideas, without restrictions, that lead to better end solutions.””

— Bethany F.. VP, Diageo

“Mitchell is authentic, caring, and does a great job of helping individuals and companies harness the power of their creativity to achieve their goals.”

— Marc E.. CEO, Marc Ecko Enterprises

“Thank you for the superb job you did with the training. I feel it was a very valuable investment that will take our game to a higher level.”

— Larry S. CEO, Harrison & Star

Creative Breakthrough Lab
Discover the Resources You Need to Fuel Creative Confidence, Mastery, and Success

Creativity comes in many forms, unique to each individual — as do the challenges that might hinder our path to success.

At the Creative Breakthrough Lab, we understand this uniqueness. We're creative professionals ourselves. That's why our innovative programs are based on cutting-edge behavioral science principles, to address your unique needs and goals.

Corporate Training
Elevate your team's creative problem-solving skills

Our acclaimed training programs can level up your team's and organization's creativity and problem-solving abilities. Learn More

Success Coaching
Realize your potential for achievement

You don’t have to settle for the life or career you're living — discover how coaching can help you reach your next level of success and fulfillment. Learn more

Memberships
Experience the collaborative support of the Lab community

Now you don't have to go it alone. Find the ongoing support, know-how, and like-minded community you've been missing. Learn More

Realize Your Fullest Potential

Close the gap between where you are and where you want to be with the comprehensive offerings of the Creative Breakthrough Lab. Our uniquely tailored programs, personalized coaching, and vibrant membership communities provide you with a guided, step-by-step process, continuous support, and the motivation you need. Equip yourself with the tools you need to usher in transformative changes in your life and work.

Discover How To Free Yourself From The Disempowering Influence Of Your Inner Critic.

Learn a simple process that can help you quickly transform old, self-doubts, insecurities, and limiting beliefs that are holding you back into new, empowering confidence for success.

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