In this thought-provoking episode, Grammy winner and bestselling author Kabir Sehgal dives into how AI is reshaping creativity, what truly sets humans apart, and why your weird hobbies might just be your greatest advantage. From making music for plants to building portfolio careers, Kabir shares bold insights on staying original in a copy-paste world. If you’ve ever wondered what it really means to be creative in the age of algorithms—this one’s for you. Here are 3 takeaways you won’t want to miss:- Creativity isn't magic — it's consistency. Inspiration doesn’t strike; it shows up when you do.- AI can’t fake lived experience. Your flaws, feelings, and offline life are what make your work unforgettable.- Build a portfolio life. The future belongs to curious generalists, not one-track specialists. Tune in if you're ready to stop scrolling and start creating like a human again. 00:00 Meet Kabir Sehgal01:34 Kabir’s Career Journey03:35 Inspiration & Creative Process05:02 Misconceptions About Creativity06:44 Has AI Changed Creativity?08:27 Staying Human in an AI World09:55 Is AI Really Creative?11:14 Are We Losing Creativity?12:49 What Will Stay Uniquely Human?14:15 Can Creativity Be Learned?15:42 Three Things to Boost Creativity19:20 Making Teams More Creative21:49 Standing Out in a Noisy World24:05 Traits of Successful Creators25:17 The Power of a Portfolio Career27:49 Top 3 Tips for Creators28:56 What’s Next for Kabir29:55 Optimism for the FutureConnect with Philip MeissnerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissnerConnect with Kabir Sehgalhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/hikabir/#CreativityInTheAgeOfAI #StayOriginal #PortfolioLife #HumanCreativity #AIandCreativity #WeirdHobbiesWin #CreateDontCopy #AuthenticityMatters #CuriousGeneralist #StopScrollingStartCreating Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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