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The Creative Ecologies: Where Thinking is a Proper Job

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The Creative Ecologies: Where Thinking is a Proper Job by John Howkins explores the concept of creativity as an essential component in modern business and entrepreneurship. The book delves into how imaginative thinking can shape industries and drive innovation while examining the ecosystems that foster creative thought. It offers insights into leveraging creativity to achieve personal and professional success.
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This book may appeal to you if you are fascinated by the interplay between creativity and business, especially how innovative thinking can be nurtured and sustained in dynamic environments. John Howkins explores how creative thinking is vital for success, offering insights into cultivating a mindset conducive to innovation and problem-solving in business. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a creative professional, or simply curious about the role of creativity in the workplace, this read offers valuable perspectives on turning imaginative ideas into practical success.

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The Creative Ecologies: Where Thinking is a Proper Job

John Howkins' new book grew out of a research project for the Chinese State Council. Asked to provide a global overview of the creative economy, he took the opportunity to go back to first principles and work out a general theory that identifies three general conditions for a creative ecology: talent, freedom and markets.

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Following on from his groundbreaking work, The Creative Economy in 2001, John Howkins' new book grew out of a research project for the Chinese State Council. Asked to provide a global overview of the creative economy, he took the opportunity to return to first principles and develop a general theory identifying three key conditions for a creative ecology: talent, freedom, and markets.

From this foundation, he proposes an evolved concept of the creative ecology. This is leading thinking for a new knowledge economy.

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ISBN: 9780702236990

Publisher: University of Queensland Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 March 2009

Country: Australia

Imprint: University of Queensland Press

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 202g

Pages: 168

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