8. Creativity is Connecting the Dots - Deepstash
8. Creativity is Connecting the Dots

8. Creativity is Connecting the Dots

  • Jobs believed creativity isn’t about creating from scratch — it’s about seeing patterns others don’t.
  • His experiences with calligraphy, design, and even Zen Buddhism shaped how he approached product design.

“Creativity is just connecting things.”

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Steve Jobs had many principles guiding his work and life, but several core threads tie them all together. Here’s a breakdown of the common themes that run through Steve Jobs’ principles, drawn from his speeches, interviews, leadership style, and product philosophy:

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