Janet Echelman: Sculpting the Impossible
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Guy Kawasaki introduces his new book 'Think Remarkable, 9 Paths to Transform Your Life and Make a Difference' on the Remarkable People podcast. He shares an excerpt from the book's introduction, discussing the 'think different' campaign at Apple and its impact on the company's success. Kawasaki emphasizes the need to 'think remarkable' in today's world, highlighting the importance of addressing new challenges and embracing great opportunities. He continues to promote his book by discussing the controversy sparked by congressman Matt Gaetz's offensive comments about women's appearances and abortion rights. Kawasaki highlights the response from Olivia Juliana, a young activist who used the incident to raise $2.5 million for abortion rights. He defines being remarkable not by wealth, power, or fame, but by making a positive impact on the world, even if it's just improving one life. Kawasaki emphasizes the importance of being empathetic, honest, and compassionate, and invites readers to join his 'ohana', a community of supportive people. His book is structured into three parts: Growth, Grit, and Grace, each with three chapters that provide methods for achieving objectives, and begins with an assessment to guide readers on how to use the ideas presented. Kawasaki concludes by emphasizing the book's concise approach, in contrast to lengthy non-fiction works, and encourages readers to navigate the book as needed, rather than in a linear fashion. Janet Echelman, a visionary artist reshaping sculpture, architecture, and urban design, discusses her artistic journey, highlighting moments of adaptation and innovation. She reflects on the concept of connecting the dots looking backwards, attributing her artistic evolution to a series of disasters and the search for the best adaptation at each moment. Echelman also discusses her innovative approach to creating lightweight sculptures that can be suspended above streets and integrated into urban infrastructure, emphasizing the environmental sustainability of her art. She shares her experience of persistence and resilience in the face of rejection and challenges, encouraging aspiring artists to cast a wide net and not be demoralized by rejection. Echelman discusses the process of naming her sculptures and the significance of pronouns in establishing a relationship with the viewer. She expresses openness to creating smaller, unique art pieces and the possibility of partnering to make her work more accessible. Echelman emphasizes the integration of art into everyday life and the concept of wonder, drawing inspiration from childhood curiosity and the ever-changing nature of her work.
Guy Kawasaki introduces his new book 'Think Remarkable, 9 Paths to Transform Your Life and Make a Di