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087 | Creativity Inc - Notes on Managing Creative Teams


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Luigi and Ravi are working on future episodes, so they have decided to dust off one of the most popular episodes of all time!

In this episode, Luigi and Ravi dive into the world of design and discuss the book 'Creativity, Inc' by Ed Catmull, co-founder of Pixar and former president of Walt Disney Animation Studios. With his pioneering work in 3D computer graphics and animated films, Ed offers invaluable insights on managing creativity within a team. Luigi and Ravi share their main takeaways and perspectives from 'Creativity, Inc', which was published in 2014. They explore Ed's approach to nurturing creativity in a team, drawing from his experiences and lessons at Pixar and Disney Animation Studios. From fostering a culture of open communication to embracing failure as a stepping stone to success, Ed's management principles have transformed creative teams worldwide.

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    • Referenced:

      • Creativity Inc Book: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18077903-creativity-inc
      • The Pixar Story - Disney+ Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aU1fVeYzYlI
      • Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy (2004): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vB1DA5jZdIQ
      • Ed Catmull at Stanford University: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vhzXNJumqpo
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