The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett will.i.am Opens Up: “I Would Have Had Children 10 Years Ago!!!” Guilt, Shame, Depression, Creativity & ADHD!
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Jul 31, 2023 
Will.i.am, the iconic musician and tech innovator, shares insights from his vibrant life and career. He opens up about his childhood in East LA and how creativity became his 'currency'. Exploring fatherhood, he admits he would have had children years ago. Their discussion navigates the relationship between creativity and anxiety, reflecting on how music helps him manage challenges. Plus, Will.i.am introduces his AI-powered app, FYI, aimed at enhancing digital collaboration while stressing the importance of personal data ownership.
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Early Creativity
- Will.i.am's mother fostered his creativity in their East LA ghetto home.
- She encouraged his 'superpower' even when they had little money.
Discovering Poverty
- Will.i.am learned about his family's poverty when his school delivered food to them.
- Classmates teased him, but his mother's tailored suits made him feel differently.
Boosting Creativity
- To boost creativity, analyze your competition, be humble, and be a predator.
- Stay elevated, curious, and magnetic to attract insightful perspectives.