9 Creative Lessons From Virgil Abloh

@mrb5994

2 years ago

Breakdown of the video:

+ Find a personal narrative to amplify your work. Give it a authentic identity.

+ Find a inefficiency in the industry that you are able to utilize.

+ Have a wider skillset. Do not focus on one particular aspect of the business.

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