In many ways, the work of a critic is easy. We risk very little yet enjoy a position over those who offer up their work and their selves to our judgment. We thrive on negative criticism, which is fun to write and to read. But the bitter truth we cretics must face is that in the grand scheme of things, the average piece of junk is probably more meaningful than our criticism designating it so. But there are times when a critic truly risk something, and that is in the discovery and defense of the new. The world is often unkind to new talent, new creations. The new needs friends.
Creativity, Inc.Animators have been trained to be observant—they know that viewers subconsciously register even the most subtle motions and that those, in turn, trigger recognition.
Creativity, Inc.It’s extremely difficult to create something out of nothing.
Creativity, Inc.What is the nature of honesty? I everyone agrees about its importance, why do we find it hard to be frank?
Creativity, Inc.Mistakes are a part of creativity. We would strive to face them without defensiveness and with a willingness to change.
Creativity, Inc.Mistakes are the inevitable consequence of doing something new. And, as such, should be seen as valuable, without them, we’d have no originality. Embracing failure is an important part of learning.
Creativity, Inc.Failure is an opportunity for growth.
Creativity, Inc.Left to their own devices, most people don’t want to fail. Fail early and fail fast.
Creativity, Inc.Failure is like learning how to ride a bike. You are not able to do it without making mistakes.
Creativity, Inc.Self-interest guides opposition to change, but lack of self-awareness fuels it even more.
Creativity, Inc.
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