“Good artists copy. Great artists steal.” – Pablo Picasso
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The most challenging aspect of staying ahead of trends is keeping up to date, which is essential in every field – fashion, tech, design, writing, and beyond.
Staying updated often means following trends rather than setting them. Not everyone is a trendsetter. Some people adapt and improve upon existing trends.
For writers and filmmakers, staying competitive involves following other creators and drawing inspiration from them; in a more casual sense, stealing.
Before crafting a blog, script, music video, film, or social media short, dive yourself into references. Consume as much relevant content as you can, and take note of what works for you.
Keep a dedicated document or note for these insights. Whenever you’re creatively challenged, refer back to this collection. Read it, steal it, and improve upon it.
However you copy, make it your own. Avoid creating something that feels like a mere copy. Steal creatively and present it artistically.
Stay creative! Happy stealing!
