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Their wordsIt’s counterintuitive, but the more we imitate others, the faster we can discover our unique style.
Their wordsThe challenge, though, is that originality and usefulness are not the same thing.
Their wordsInnovation without imitation is a fool’s strategy.
Their wordsThe harder it is to put the core knowledge into words, the more a skill should be developed through imitative learning.
Their wordsThis is why reading a lot of good writing is among the best ways to become a good writer.
Their wordsImproving creative education begins with retrieving the benefits of apprenticeships.
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Learning to see like a painter is among the best ways to become a more articulate writer.
Their wordsLearning to see as a painter is among the best things you can do to become a more articulate writer.
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