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The Illustrated 99% Conference 2012: An Epic Episode in Words & Pictures!
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Wendy MacNaughton captures the nuances of this year's 99% Conference - from hairstyles to hand gestures - in an awesome illustration series.
99% Conference 2012: Key Takeaways On Making Ideas Happen
Get insights on creative epiphanies, finding your superpower, and celebrating small wins from this year's incredible 99% Conference.
Should I Meditate?
It's time to wake up to your life. A look at the subtle yet dynamic benefits of meditation on creativity and productivity.
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Andrew Zuckerman: On Curiosity, Rigor, and Learning As You Go
Curiosity is an essential part of the creative's condition. But it's even more powerful when combined with rigorous technique.
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TinType Photos Capture the 99% Conference in Vintage Style
Forget instagram, it's all about tintypes. Michael Shindler documents the 2012 99% speakers with an incredible, old-school photography technique.
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James Victore: Don't Be A Design Zombie
It's not about pushing pixels around, it's about making people think. We chat with iconic image-maker James Victore about getting out of the office and into trouble.
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Introducing The 2012 Alva Emerging Fellows
Meet OneBeep, IPT, and Unbound Concepts - the awesome innovations of young inventors who are pushing forward world-changing ideas.
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Stillpower: The True Path to Flow, Clarity, and Responsiveness
No matter how much willpower you exert, you can't force an "A-ha!" moment. That's why sports guru Garret Kramer wants us to focus on something else: stillpower.
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The Future of Self-Improvement, Part I: Grit Is More Important Than Talent
What if long-term success doesn't really have that much to do with your "potential"? A look at recent research that debunks talent in favor of true grit.
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99% Music Mix - Make Your Own Luck
Need to get into a work groove? Our latest 99% productivity mix creates a cocoon of focus with a steady 4/4 beat.
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Op-Ed: Confidence vs Shyness
Is shyness genetic? Can confidence be learned? Designer James Victore on overcoming self-doubt and acting with conviction.
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On Keeping It Simple
You can't have productivity without simplicity. Tips on reducing brain clutter so you can focus on the work that really matters.
