Over the last few years, art has become an important part of my life. It's helped me see the world in much different ways— exploring my surroundings physically, spiritually and intellectually. I've come to realize that without a healthy appreciation of art and the power of creativity our personal growth is severely hindered— in all areas of life.
In the business world art is called “innovation.” I’m fascinated by the marketplace's artistic explosion. Businessmen, poets, scientists, marketers, researchers, artists, architects, and other disciplines mixing experience and perspective to create dynamic innovation.
There have been hundreds of books published in the last decade trying to get people of their boxes.
I think the “think outside the box” cliche is an attempt to get people out of their boxes. There must be a lot of people in boxes because there are people from business, philosophy, psychology, sports, and religion talking about boxes.
Carlos Santana was thinking outside his box when he decided to get a bunch of young hip-hop and rock musicians and make “Supernatural.“ Who would have thought someone who played at Woodstock would have the biggest album of his career thirty years later playing with people that could be his grandkids. Genius.
Part of the musical revolution of the last few years has involved the mixing of cultures, genres, and styles. Linkin Park, Eminem, and P.O.D. are some good examples. They combine rock, hip-hop, rap and soul to create musical combinations once segregated to one section of the record store. Maybe we could learn from an old rock star.
to be continued...