New York Time’s bestselling author, four-time entrepreneur, jazz musician, and creativity expert, Josh Linkner was not what I expected. Josh authored, “Disciplined Dreaming: A Proven System to Drive Breakthrough Creativity.”
One day later, here’s what I think.
Josh Linkner is a rare bird that has qualities that don’t usually live in the same body. Creative, improvisational folks aren’t structured, systematic, and driven. They get up late, stay up late, and don’t give a rat’s behind for structure.
On the other hand, highly focused, driven individuals love structure, consistency, and getting up early. They write books with, “Disciplined” and “Proven System,” in the title.
Here’s an observation
A few rare birds, like Josh are both/and animals.
A suggestion for regular mortals
All the type “A” achievers in the house, go hug a touchy-feely. Make friends with your opposite. I know you structure-lovers are thinking, “But Dan, those touchy-feelies are so irresponsible and irritating.” The same goes for you touchy-feely folks. Go hug one of those rigid, structured-people with a pocket protector and combed hair.
The Surprise
Josh believes everyone is creative. He’s on a mission to teach everyone how to tap into their creativity. Maybe you don’t have to hug a touchy-feely after all. More tomorrow …
The conversation continues: “Leaping before you look“
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First, what’s your feedback on my observation? Does both/and take people further?
Second, how can leaders bring contrasting qualities together without watering down either?
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