In the last post I talked about how creativity is a two-step process: brainstorming, then pruning. The most creative people seem to have a dual nature. They have a boundless ability to believe in their own stupid ideas, and also a boundless capacity for self-criticism and reflection. If is is the way that creativity works, …
Category: research
How to be creative
I want to share an idea that I've built my research career on. It's essentially a recipe: how to be creative. The idea is that creativity is a two-step process. Brainstorm, then prune. The first stage is brainstorming. Open your mind, let your imagination run wild, try everything, chase the slightest thought and just see …
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