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7PS: How REM solved writer’s block 🧩

7PS: How REM solved writer’s block 🧩

Read time: 1 minute, 275 words. The rock band R.E.M. was at a crossroads in the mid-1990s. The band had defined the alternative rock sound of the 80s & early 90s. But they were in a creative rut. Their signature sound, built on jangly guitars & introspective lyrics, began to feel limiting.So they tried something unexpected.Which led to a creative breakthrough.👉🏽 Here’s what they did.You can take this approach when you get stuck. -KabirSeven Point Sunday – October 27 💼 Portfolio Career Meet…

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How REM got out of its creative rut

How REM got out of its creative rut

R.E.M. was at a crossroads in the mid-1990s. The band, which had defined the alternative rock sound of the 80s and early 90s, found themselves in a creative rut after years of non-stop recording and touring. Their signature sound, built on jangly guitars and...

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Is social media turning artists into entertainers?

Is social media turning artists into entertainers?

Is social media turning artists into entertainers? Remember the days when artists focused purely on their craft? Now, it feels like we’re all chasing likes, comments, and shares. Would Miles Davis care about how many fans he had? Hmm.. depends when you ask him. Here’s...

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7PS: 1,239 Ideas & Counting 💡

7PS: 1,239 Ideas & Counting 💡

Read time: 1 minute, 331 words. I’ve written this newsletter for 177 consecutive weeks. Let’s do some math.177 editions x 7 ideas a week = 1,239 total ideas that I’ve shared over ~3.5 years. I’ve talked about my music or books ~62 times or 5%.I’m not trying to convince you that I’m holier than thou (I’m not). This newsletter earns ~200 signups per month.Folks aren’t joining to learn about my projects.People don’t watch TV for the ads. The key to growth is creating value. If you’re trying to…

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