[Read5for5 📚] The Proven Path to Doing Unique and Meaningful Work
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We are excited to start Day 2 of the 5 Day Reading Challenge 📚✨ Here are three good articles we choose, so when you finish reading any of them or any article you want, share it on Twitter with the hashtag, "#read5for5"! Let's read good articles together and connect with like-minded people🤝
Today's Reading List 📚
(1) The Proven Path to Doing Unique and Meaningful Work by James Clear (6 mins)
Arno Rafael Minkkinen's commencement speech introduced the "Helsinki Bus Station Theory," emphasizing the journey of creative work.
The theory likens creative development to buses departing from the same station. Over time, they diverge and find unique destinations.
The theory underscores the importance of consistent re-work and revision in creative pursuits to achieve uniqueness and mastery, advocating for staying on the same creative path.
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(2) What is Design Thinking and Why Is It So Popular? by Rikke Friis Dam, Teo Yu Siang (11 mins)
Design Thinking is an iterative, human-centered approach to problem-solving, used across various fields from design to business.
It comprises five phases: Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, and Test.
Leading companies like Apple, Google, and Samsung have adopted it, and prestigious universities such as Stanford and Harvard teach its methodologies.
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(3) Imitate, then Innovate by David Perell (19 mins)
Imitating before innovating helps discover unique styles, as seen in successful artists and entertainers.
Many modern creators avoid imitation due to an overemphasis on originality, limiting their potential.
Balancing direct imitation with inspiration from diverse fields fosters greater creativity.
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Really enjoyed this article! The 'Helsinki Bus Station Theory' presents an interesting metaphor for developing creativity and doing meaningful work over time. Consistent iteration and improvement are key. It's helpful to think of creative pursuits as a journey where you start in the same place as others, but gradually diverge and find your own unique path. The message to stick with your craft and keep reworking it resonates. Looking forward to trying the exercise of imitating masters before innovating. Seems like a thoughtful way to internalize techniques and build skills. Appreciate the reminder that originality comes from deep practice and remixing diverse inspirations. An inspiring read overall! Excited to keep learning and developing my skills. Thanks for sharing this useful perspective.
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