Original by Design | Daniel Itegboje | TEDxUniversityOfBenin

Core Philosophy - The core philosophy revolves around "standing in" to stand out, emphasizing the importance of embracing one's unique qualities and passions [8][23] - The concept of "ikigai" is introduced, highlighting the importance of finding a reason to live by aligning what you love, what you are good at, what the world needs, and what can generate income [2][3][4] - The industry emphasizes expressing oneself rather than merely creating content that follows trends, encouraging individuals to bring their unique perspective to their work [14][15][17] Personal Development & Career - The industry encourages individuals to tap into their unique potential and build a career based on their inner selves, rather than conforming to societal expectations [8][11][12] - Activity and continuous effort are crucial for progress, as inactivity leads to stagnation; consistent small steps are more effective than waiting for the perfect moment [17][18] - The speaker shares personal anecdotes to illustrate the importance of pursuing multiple passions and remaining active in various fields, even when facing challenges [9][10][11][21] Creativity & Innovation - The industry highlights that everyone is an artist in their own field, emphasizing the importance of self-expression and bringing unique perspectives to any endeavor [13][14][16] - The speaker uses the example of filmmakers interpreting the same script differently to illustrate the value of individual uniqueness in creative work [16] - Despite facing numerous rejections, the speaker emphasizes the importance of remaining active and persistent in pursuing one's goals [22]