MA Future Design / Prague College

The book "Eureka!" has 22 main chapters. To give you a bit of the insights, I will post short snippets over the next few weeks. And here's the first one>

" ... I never felt like a talented person. First, it hardly came naturally to me. I had to practise this or that skill really hard, while others managed it, at least in my eyes, effortlessly and immediately.

Popular encyclopaedias describe talent (or giftedness) as the natural ability to do something better than most people. They say one can develop and improve skills but needs talent to be great at something. And you either have it or you don't. As they claim, talent is information written in our genes from birth, and this writing can never change during our lifetime.

Um. Do you like it?

Fortunately, most of these sources are only partially correct. It is only necessary to replace the rather vague term "natural ability" with innate disposition. I wouldn't even be afraid of the term physical pre-disposition. After all, you may become a more successful basketball player if you are taller than two metres than if you possess only an average height. However, even a stature over two metres does not guarantee anyone that they will play in the NBA.

Talent is often mistaken for skill. Skills can be acquired through learning, training, and practice. Therefore, a two-meter basketball player who has practised a lot will score better than a shorter player with the same amount of practice. In this scenario, "talent" refers to the physical attributes of your body, while the rest are simply skills.”

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Eureka! At last!

You already know most of the material if you've read my doctoral dissertation. If you haven't, here's your chance to explore my thoughts on creativity, inspiration, talent, and, most importantly, how ideas are born and how designers make them happen. I've presented everything informally and enjoyably, so your reading experience will be fun and pleasant.

The e-book is in English and has a fixed layout that should provide a print-like feeling.

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Eureka: Pocket guide to creativity In a world where the ability to innovate and solve problems is more valuable than ever, "Eureka" dispels common myths about creativity and replaces them with clear, science-backed insights. Through real-life examples and the latest research, the author deciphers the rules of creativity, offering ...

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