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Hugh MacLeod is a British-born cartoonist, writer, and entrepreneur best known for his blog GapingVoid and his insightful commentary on creativity and business. His work combines humor and philosophy to inspire individuals and organizations to think differently and innovate authentically.
Known for: Ignore Everybody: And 39 Other Keys to Creativity
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Ignore Everybody: And 39 Other Keys to Creativity
A witty and irreverent guide to creativity, 'Ignore Everybody' distills Hugh MacLeod’s experience as a cartoonist and blogger into 40 concise lessons on how to stay original, overcome creative blocks, and build a meaningful career. Drawing from his viral manifesto 'How to Be Creative,' MacLeod offers practical advice on embracing individuality, rejecting conformity, and finding one’s voice in a world that rewards imitation.
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Key 1 – Ignore Everybody
At the heart of creativity lies solitude—the courageous decision to take your own intuition seriously. That’s what “Ignore Everybody” really means. When I first started drawing cartoons, the world around me didn’t exactly cheer. Colleagues thought it was a distraction, a hobby at best. Friends didn’...
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Key 2 – The Idea Doesn’t Have to Be Big
Everyone wants to change the world. That’s noble—but it’s also a great way to procrastinate. Big ideas are seductive because they let us dream at a comfortable distance. My best cartoons were never about “big ideas.” They were small drawings that captured something instantly recognizable about being...
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About Hugh MacLeod
Hugh MacLeod is a British-born cartoonist, writer, and entrepreneur best known for his blog GapingVoid and his insightful commentary on creativity and business. His work combines humor and philosophy to inspire individuals and organizations to think differently and innovate authentically.
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