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Artist Quote by Evgeny Morozov

“Creative experimentation propels our culture forward. That our stories of innovation tend to glorify the breakthroughs and edit out all the experimental mistakes doesn't mean that mistakes play a trivial role. As any artist or scientist knows, without some protected, even sacred space for…” quote by Evgeny Morozov
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“Creative experimentation propels our culture forward. That our stories of innovation tend to glorify the breakthroughs and edit out all the experimental mistakes doesn't mean that mistakes play a trivial role. As any artist or scientist knows, without some protected, even sacred space for mistakes, innovation would cease.”

Evgeny Morozov

About This Quote

Source Article: “The Role of Failure in Innovation”, 2020

Innovation thrives when mistakes are allowed a safe space; ignoring errors stifles progress.

In simple terms: Mistakes are essential for creative growth.

Key Takeaway

Protect spaces for error in creative work.

Themes

innovation mistakes creativity risk learning

Mood

inspirational analytical

Type

explanatory motivational

When to use this quote

  • Design workshops
  • research labs
  • artistic studios
  • startup incubators

Key Concepts

Systems theory creative process risk management

Questions to Reflect On

  • What structures can safeguard productive failure?
  • How do cultures balance risk and safety?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on mistakes can lead to paralysis.

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