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Roger von Oech, born on February 16, 1948, is a renowned author known for his work on creative thinking and inspiration. His books have become popular for their innovative approaches to problem-solving and creativity.

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“Life is like a maze in which you try to avoid the exit.”

Inspirational Trying Life Is Life Is Like Exit Mazes

Book:Whack on the Side of the Head

Source: Whack on the Side of the Head

“Open your mind up to things that have no connection with the problem you're trying to solve: subscribe to an unusual magazine; spend a morning at an elementary school; go to work two hours early; test drive an exotic car; attend a city council meeting; ...try an Indonesian recipe.”

Inspirational Trying Mind Two Problem School Hours Cities Morning Car Connections Tests Meetings Solve Magazines Unusual Recipes Council Exotic Elementary School City Council

Author:Roger von Oech

“Remember the two benefits of failure. First, if you do fail, you learn what doesn't work; and second, the failure gives you the opportunity to try a new approach.”

“Everyone has a 'risk muscle.' You keep it in shape by trying new things. If you don't, it atrophies. Make a point of using it at least once a day.”

Ifs Inspirational Trying Risk Shapes Dare Muscles Motivated New Things New Day Keep Trying Risk-taking Great Risk Trying New Things Atrophy Trying Something New

Book:A Kick in the Seat of the Pants: Using Your Explorer, Artist, Judge, & Warrior to Be More Creative

Source: A Kick in the Seat of the Pants: Using Your Explorer, Artist, Judge, & Warrior to Be More Creative

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Born: February 16, 1948
Known for: Author
Quotes: 28

Books & Sources

A Kick in the Seat of the Pants: Using Your Explorer, Artist, Judge, & Warrior to Be More CreativeRelated source material

Whack on the Side of the HeadRelated source material

Expect the Unexpected (or You Won't Find It): A Creativity Tool Based on the Ancient Wisdom of HeraclitusRelated source material

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