What you want is to follow and be followed by human beings who care about issues you care about. This thing we make together. This thing is about hea… - Austin Kleon

Imitation is about copying. Emulation is when imitation goes one step further, breaking through into your own thing.

Carry a notebook and pen with you wherever you go. Get used to pulling it out and jotting down your thoughts and observations. Copy your favorite passages out of books. Record overheard conversations. Doodle when you're on the phone. Go to whatever lengths necessary to make sure you always have paper on you.

Think about your favourite work and your creative heroes. What did they miss? What didn't they make? What could've been made better? If they were still alive, what would they be making today? If all your favourite makers got together and collaborated, what would they make with you leading the crew?