Creativity, Inc.
Creativity, Inc.
Ed Catmull
Ezra Klein
An amazing, amazing book. - Ezra Klein
Michael Mauboussin
Best business book I've read in a long time. - Michael Mauboussin
Patrick O'Shaughnessy
One of the most entertaining and useful business books I’ve ever read. - Patrick O'Shaughnessy
Alexis Ohanian
Must read. - Alexis Ohanian
Trung Phan
About the Animation industry. - Trung Phan
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Creativity, Inc.

Creativity, Inc.: Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration

Ed Catmull
Ed Catmull
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Ed Catmull
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In the heart of "Creativity, Inc.," Ed Catmull, co-founder of Pixar Animation Studios, unveils the profound philosophies and vibrant mechanics behind one of the most innovative and beloved companies in the world. Through a narrative that is both enlightening and deeply personal, Catmull shares the journey of Pixar, from its ambitious beginnings to its ascent as a titan of animation, responsible for igniting the imaginations of millions with films like "Toy Story" and "Finding Nemo." This book is not just a chronicle of Pixar's achievements but a beacon for anyone looking to instill creativity into their leadership, craft a culture that embraces innovation, and foster environments where ideas can flourish unbounded by fear or traditional constraints. Beyond being a mere business manual, "Creativity, Inc." serves as a testament to the power of vision, courage, and persistence. Catmull's insights on overcoming obstacles, nurturing collective creativity, and building a sustainable creative culture are interwoven with captivating behind-the-scenes stories from Pixar's journey. Readers are granted an all-access pass into the processes that enable teams to push the boundaries of storytelling and animation. It's an essential read not just for managers and creatives, but for anyone aspiring to unleash the full potential of their team or organization. Through Pixar's story, we learn that the path to true innovation is paved with challenges, but embracing those challenges with an open heart and a willing mind can lead to the creation of something truly extraordinary.

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Released
2014
1 Sep
Length
368
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About the Animation industry. - Trung Phan
About Pixar. - Demis Hassabis
An amazing, amazing book. - Ezra Klein
Pixar has made some of the greatest stories of our time, but [the author]’s personal story, is perhaps the greatest story that has come out of Pixar. - Jason Calacanis
Must read. - Alexis Ohanian
Best business book I've read in a long time. - Michael Mauboussin
I love reading first-hand accounts about how people build great companies like Pixar and nurture innovation and creativity. - Mark Zuckerberg
One of the most entertaining and useful business books I’ve ever read. - Patrick O'Shaughnessy
Failure isn’t a necessary evil. In fact, it isn’t evil at all. It is a necessary consequence of doing something new.
— Ed Catmull, Creativity, Inc.

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