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Good ideas Quote by Austin Kleon

“Your job is to collect good ideas. The more good ideas you collect, the more you can choose from to be influenced by.” quote by Austin Kleon
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““Your job is to collect good ideas. The more good ideas you collect, the more you can choose from to be influenced by.””

Austin Kleon

About This Quote

Source Book: Show Your Work!, 2012

He advises gathering many ideas so you have a rich pool to draw from, emphasizing the power of collection for influence.

In simple terms: Collecting ideas expands your creative options.

Key Takeaway

Gather ideas to increase choice.

Themes

creativity ideas influence

Mood

encouraging practical

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • brainstorming sessions
  • idea journals
  • collaborative workshops
  • content planning

Key Concepts

idea curation creative process

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you organize your ideas?
  • What criteria guide your selection?
A Different Perspective

Too many ideas can overwhelm decision‑making.

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