Steal This Idea: The Buy-in Curve
Imagine being shown a map of the world, only upside down, and being told that this is how all maps…
Marty Neumeier
The Rules of Genius #34: Seek instructive criticism
When you’re working in creative mode, you’re more likely to be imaginative and intuitive. But you’re also more likely to…
The Rules of Genius #33: Make educational mistakes
In the realm of creativity, mistakes aren’t mistakes. They’re clues. Each one reveals a part of the mystery you’re trying…
The Rules of Genius #31: Shore up your weaknesses
There are two contradictory schools of thought on developing skills. The first is to build on your strengths and forget…
The Rules of Genius #29: Invest in your originality
The ability to produce original work is a rare and valuable asset. It lies at the heart of innovation, strategic…
The Rules of Genius #25: Learn how to learn
Learning to learn is a metaskill—a skill applied to itself. It multiplies your knowledge and accelerates your progress. When you…