Unthinkable with Jay Acunzo
Just Ship It [Intuition Series #8]
Mar 26, 2017
Is shipping your work a friend or a foe? In this podcast, they explore the concept of "just ship it" and its implications. They share stories about an illustrator who has published a new drawing every weekday since 2007 and an author who wrote her book in 6 months. The podcast delves into the challenges of consistently creating high-quality content, the fear of imperfection, and the importance of persisting through disappointments. It also discusses the journey of turning a hobby into a successful career.
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Quick takeaways
- Shipping work regularly can help overcome perfectionism and boost creativity.
- Publishing content consistently allows for growth and improvement over time.
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Just ship it: Overcoming perfectionism and embracing imperfection
Chris Piacic, a freelance illustrator, emphasizes the importance of shipping his work by publishing one new drawing every weekday. He believes that overthinking and waiting for perfection can hinder progress. By setting a rule to create a drawing every day, he holds himself accountable and keeps his creative outlet alive. Despite occasionally feeling flustered without solid ideas, he enjoys the process and believes that putting out a lot of content allows some pieces to shine while easing the pressure for each to be exceptional.
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