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Enjoy your obscurity while it lasts.
Austin Kleon
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Austin Kleon
Age: 41
Born: 1983
Born: June 16
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Musician
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Ohio
United States
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Don't wait until you know who you are to get started.
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Pretend to be making something until you actually make something.
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If you’re worried about giving your secrets away, you can share your dots without connecting them.
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When people give advice, they're really just talking to themselves in the past.
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The only way to find your voice is to use it. It’s hardwired, built into you. Talk about the things you love. Your voice will follow.
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Be boring. (It’s the only way to get work done.)
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You're ready. Start making stuff.
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You'll either find the answer or you'll come up with a better question.
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Art that only comes from the head isn't any good. Watch any good musician and you'll see what I mean.
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In order to be found, you have to be findable.
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Every artist gets asked the question, 'Where do you get your ideas?' The honest artist answers, 'I steal them.'
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