Tag: rick rubin

  • The abundant mindset

    The abundant mindset

    The “growth mindset” has become a bit of a cliché, but there’s a good reason for that. Approaching things with a beginner’s mind is something we should all aspire to. On a similar note, The Abundant Mindset, one of my favorite chapters from Rick Rubin’s The Creative Act, describes something very similar and equally powerful.

  • Look for clues

    Look for clues

    From The Creative Act by Rick Rubin: “When looking for a solution to a creative problem, pay close attention to what’s happening around you. Look for clues pointing to new methods or ways to further develop current ideas.” ”We receive these messages all the time, if we remain open to them.”