I've followed Maria Brito for some time, finding her story inspiring and relatable, so of course I was eager to buy this book when released and what a rewarding read it has been. Like Maria, I was steered toward a more traditional life path, doing well enough in school to then go to MIT to then attain a good, stable and reliable job. After the years of studying I found myself questioning why I was where I was and realizing that the learning and conditioning taught me what to think instead of how to think. I'm sure many find themselves in the same autopilot situation and that we could all live more fruitful and fulfilled lives if we learned to tap into our own individual creativity and think and feel for ourselves. Thankfully, Maria has provided an excellent resource to guide us through this process from years of figuring it out on her own terms.
Each chapter is structured around a specific habit, tool, or practice aiding in the creative process with examples of how such a practice was or is utilized by historic or present-day figures in the art and business world. Sections end in an "Alchemy Lab" with key points and takeaways listed in a digestible way. While Maria's writing style is casual and relatable creating a quick and entertaining read, the extensive research into each example figure is apparent and impressive. I especially appreciated all of the stories on female artists and business women throughout history providing women of today a lineage of success that is not highlighted enough. As someone in her 20s just beginning to think for herself, I appreciate this book and would have loved to read this earlier in my life, perhaps right before college. Maria's work is not only a guide for bringing creativity into one's career, most importantly it is a great resource for how one can go through and live life created by and crafted for oneself.
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A must-read for anyone who wants to turn their ideas into gold!
I was waiting for the new bestseller by María Brito.More than reading, I have been studying it. Yes, looking, because from the first page, it caught me, and I discovered that it is a gold mine.I read, highlight, annotate and stop at each Alchemy Lab at the end of each chapter to think, string together ideas, and immediately put them to work.Demolishing myths and explaining from its origins what creativity is and its relationship with business, María Brito brings us an intense, didactic, and fun book.Each chapter is a motivating challenge.It helps us awaken our creative capacities and maximize them with the contributions that María gives us from her experiences and from the people, entrepreneurs, and artists who teach us what can be achieved when we exercise and develop a creative mindset.This knowledge can lead us to success in any biz!
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More than reading, I have been studying it. Yes, looking, because from the first page, it caught me, and I discovered that it is a gold mine.
I read, highlight, annotate and stop at each Alchemy Lab at the end of each chapter to think, string together ideas, and immediately put them to work.
Demolishing myths and explaining from its origins what creativity is and its relationship with business, María Brito brings us an intense, didactic, and fun book.
Each chapter is a motivating challenge.
It helps us awaken our creative capacities and maximize them with the contributions that María gives us from her experiences and from the people, entrepreneurs, and artists who teach us what can be achieved when we exercise and develop a creative mindset.
This knowledge can lead us to success in any biz!
A must-read for anyone who wants to turn their ideas into gold!
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2022
I was waiting for the new bestseller by María Brito.Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2022
More than reading, I have been studying it. Yes, looking, because from the first page, it caught me, and I discovered that it is a gold mine.
I read, highlight, annotate and stop at each Alchemy Lab at the end of each chapter to think, string together ideas, and immediately put them to work.
Demolishing myths and explaining from its origins what creativity is and its relationship with business, María Brito brings us an intense, didactic, and fun book.
Each chapter is a motivating challenge.
It helps us awaken our creative capacities and maximize them with the contributions that María gives us from her experiences and from the people, entrepreneurs, and artists who teach us what can be achieved when we exercise and develop a creative mindset.
This knowledge can lead us to success in any biz!
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andrew salgado
Impassioned Manifesto on Cultural Creativity
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 26, 2022
Philipp Knoll
Hads-On Inspiration
Reviewed in Germany on April 12, 2022
Philipp Knoll
Reviewed in Germany on April 12, 2022
Um es besser einordnen zu können sei gesagt, dass ich auch viele Bücher wie z.B. von Gary Vaynerchuck, Tim Ferriss oder Oren Klaff gelesen habe.
Optisch ist das Buch ein richtiges Highlight! Es ist auch im englischen Original gut verständlich, einfach und angenehm zu lesen. "How Creativity Rules The World" bietet eine gute Kombination aus Inspiration, Anekdoten und umsetzbarem Know-How.
Ich kann euch dieses Buch absolut empfehlen. Hat bei mir bereits einen Stammplatz im Bücherregal!
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Diane
A unique way to live your creativity!
Reviewed in Canada on March 30, 2022
Diane
Reviewed in Canada on March 30, 2022
I have been reading "How Creativity Rules the World" every evening before sleep. I wake up creating in my mind. My creating has shifted 180 degrees.
Maria Brito has inspired me in ways that I have not yet experienced.
Persian Buttercups was painted while reading your book.
Thank you,
Diane - Artist/Teacher
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