Insights from ‘The Practice’ by Seth Godin Flashcards
What does Seth Godin define as ‘creative work’?
Creative work is the generous act of making things better by doing something that might not work.
Fill in the blank: A ______ is afraid to try anything new, so they copy what works without making improvements.
hack
True or False: A hustler prioritizes short-term targets over providing real value.
True
Describe the main difference between a cog and a creative individual in the workplace.
A cog follows instructions within a system and avoids change, while a creative person is courageous and improves their work environment.
Why might a person feel like an imposter when they choose a creative path?
Feeling like an imposter arises because taking risks and creating original work often feels uncertain and exposes one to judgment.
Fill in the blank: ‘The imposter is proof that we’re ______, leading, and creating.’
innovating
According to Seth Godin, how much time should one commit daily to a creative practice to counter imposter syndrome?
One hour a day.
What is the universal goal of a creative practice, according to Seth Godin?
To focus on the process instead of the results and learn to love the process.
Fill in the blank: ‘The practice is not the means to the output, the practice ______.’
is the output
How can you measure progress in creative work, as suggested in ‘The Practice’?
By assessing the size of your discard pile and the amount of work shipped in the last year.
True or False: Adding to your discard pile helps grow your success pile.
True
Why is it important to ‘ship’ creative work on schedule?
Shipping work on schedule reinforces creativity by making it a rule, not a choice, which builds consistency and trust in one’s abilities.
Fill in the blank: ‘We’re creative because we ______ the work.’
ship
What should you do if you’re hesitant to ship creative work to a broad audience at first?
Start by sharing with close contacts like family or a creative friend and gradually expand as confidence builds.
What are the benefits of shipping work consistently on a schedule?
It allows for continuous improvement, skill-building, and the development of refined taste for impactful work.