How to Be a Better Human

How to make transformative ideas happen (with Frans Johansson)

Aug 1, 2022

Frans Johansson, author and CEO of The Medici Group, delves into the magic of innovation through diversity. He argues that transformative ideas emerge when varying perspectives, cultures, and disciplines collide. Johansson provides captivating examples illustrating how intersectionality fosters creativity and change. He emphasizes creating a safe space for bad ideas, as they are often the stepping stones to groundbreaking innovations. Listeners are encouraged to embrace experimentation and adaptability to unlock their next big idea.

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Frans Johansson

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Are You Trying Something New?

01:50

The Recombination of Concepts

01:17

Fighting Diversity

01:05

Intro

3min

Cultural Fusion and Culinary Convenience

5min

Harnessing Diversity for Innovation

16min

The Relationship Between Quantity and Quality in Creativity

3min

The Power of Idea Generation

6min

Transformative Ideas and Musical Reflections

3min

You often hear that “there are no bad ideas” when brainstorming–but why is that? In those instances, doesn’t it feel inevitable that someone’s going to pitch a bad idea? Frans Johansson is a writer who argues that in fact, innovation actually happens when people, ideas, and disciplines intersect. Whether it’s one field of science collaborating with another, or many cultures mixing, Frans says that a wide range of perspectives are the key to seeing a problem in a totally new light. In this episode he shares examples of how diversity leads to transformation, and provides tips on how to unlock your next great idea.

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