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📌What does this have to do with the creative economy? Digital creators and entrepreneurs can take some game-changing lessons from Google Maps’ success: 3 Lessons from Google Maps for Creators & Entrepreneurs 📍 1. Make Life Easier for Users Google Maps didn’t reinvent the wheel—it just made navigation intuitive, accessible, and interactive. The same applies […]

So what does this have to do with the creative economy and digital business? EVERYTHING. The Sims was one of the first games to turn storytelling, customization, and user creativity into a successful business model. 💡 3 The Sims-Inspired Lessons for Creatives and Entrepreneurs: 🎮 1. Customization is KingThe game let players create their own […]

💡 3 Darwin-Inspired Lessons for Creatives and Entrepreneurs: 1️⃣ Adapt or Fade Away: Algorithm changed? Market shifted? No stress. Those who adapt fast thrive. Those who resist… well, they become memes (and not the good kind). 2️⃣ Test & Learn: Darwin didn’t just wake up with a theory—he observed, experimented, and analyzed. Creative marketing works […]

On February 10, 1996, IBM’s Deep Blue defeated chess world champion Garry Kasparov. That was the moment we realized that besides losing keys and patience, we could also lose at chess to a machine. But what does this teach us about creative economy and entrepreneurship? 🤖 1. The Creativity Challenge: If a computer can win […]

On February 7, 1964, the Beatles landed in the U.S., kicking off the era of “Beatlemania.” But what does that have to do with the creative economy and entrepreneurship? EVERYTHING. Here are three creative lessons you can learn from them: 🎸 1. Innovate Without Fear The Beatles didn’t stick to one sound. They experimented with […]

👑 1. Adaptability is key The Queen has survived it all: scandals, political changes, the rise of social media, and even the final episode of Game of Thrones. In the creative world, adapting to new tools, trends, and platforms is essential to staying relevant. 📜 2. Tradition and innovation can go hand in hand Elizabeth […]

Back then, no one thought that posting “Out to buy bread” would change the world. But BOOM! The creative economy has never been the same. Content creators, marketers, and desperate interns started fighting for clicks, likes, and shares like they were in the digital Hunger Games. 📌 Here’s what we learned from this: 1️⃣ Master […]

Picture this: it’s the late ‘90s, you’ve got a Nintendo 64 controller in your hands, and you’re about to embark on an epic adventure. Then, you step into The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. It’s not just a game—it’s a portal to Hyrule, where a simple ocarina can manipulate time, unlock magical doors, and […]

Imagine an ordinary day—December 11, 2009—when a simple game featuring grumpy birds being launched at green pigs took the world by storm. With just a virtual slingshot and a bit of strategy, Angry Birds didn’t just invade our smartphones—it became part of our lives. Who would’ve thought that such a seemingly simple idea would redefine […]

Imagine a world where technology doesn’t just tell stories, it pulls you into them. On December 10, 2009, Avatar hit theaters, redefining what it means to create a cinematic experience. You walk into the theater, put on your 3D glasses, and suddenly you’re walking through Pandora, feeling like you’re part of the story. That was […]