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The power of a question to ignite creativity | Cassidy Burel | TEDxCatawba
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-05 14:46
[Music] [Applause] Have you ever had a moment in life when you knew with absolute certainty what you were meant to do. So, I was in fourth grade. I'm at a Christmas party with my family.I get there, my friends and I, we decide to play a game of hide-and-seek. as fourth graders do. So, we start the game and I dart through the house and out of the corner of my eye, I see a closet door that is perfectly tucked away from the rest of the party.So, I run over to this door and I swing it open and I'm ready to disa ...
Rewiring the Hands, Redefining the Vision | Dr Rakesh Gupta | TEDxSGGSCC Studio
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-04 15:54
Core Idea - The speaker advocates for acquiring ambidexterity, not just as a physical skill, but as a paradigm shift to unlock new dimensions of precision, creativity, and innovation [1][2][4] - The speaker shares a personal journey of acquiring ambidexterity in ophthalmology, specifically in eye surgery, and how it led to unexpected benefits [2] Personal Anecdotes & Inspiration - The speaker's daughter, a lefty, inspired him to explore using his non-dominant hand [6][7] - The story of an elephant tied with a thin rope served as a metaphor for self-imposed limitations [9][10][11] Overcoming Challenges & Skill Acquisition - The COVID-19 lockdown provided an opportunity to dedicate time to practicing surgery with the non-dominant hand in a wet lab setting [14][15][16] - The speaker found that acquiring surgical skills with the non-dominant hand was faster than initially learning with the dominant hand [16] Benefits of Ambidexterity in Surgery - Achieving ambidexterity led to better patient outcomes, faster surgeries, fewer complications, and increased confidence [19] - It also unlocked a new way of thinking, providing fresh perspectives and angles for approaching surgeries and problems [20][21] Innovation & Questioning Boundaries - Ambidexterity encouraged questioning established practices and limitations in cataract surgery, leading to innovations like the vacuum resist technique [21][22][23][24] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of questioning boundaries set by the outside world [31][32] Technology's Role & The Future of Surgeons - Technological advancements have been crucial in enabling the speaker's achievements, but there are concerns about surgeons becoming obsolete [24][25] - The speaker argues that surgeons must constantly upgrade their skills and embrace technology to evolve and remain relevant [26][27][28] - A skilled surgeon is essential to maximize the potential of advanced technology [29][30] Conclusion - The speaker encourages the audience to give their "other hand" a chance, both physically and metaphorically, by questioning self-imposed and externally imposed boundaries [31][32] - By pushing these boundaries, individuals can unlock a new world of brilliance and achieve their dreams [32]
Authenticity and Creativity: My Unique Time Zone Journey | Nikita Asnani | TEDxWarwick
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-01 15:17
Authenticity is great. They say it's that simple. Don't overthink, kid.Just be yourself. And that's what I thought as well. Well, at least until I started university.But what if there's so many versions of you that are constantly changing and you don't really know which version that it is that you need to be authentic towards. This was me at the start of my university journey. I was this baby platypus.Can you see the fear in its eyes. It looks so lost, so confused. And that was me.I was so scared. Scared of ...
Statistician & Fortune 100 advisor on making smarter decisions with AI
Microsoft· 2025-07-30 15:29
[ Music ] MOLLY WOOD: Welcome to WorkLab, the podcast from Microsoft. I'm your host, Molly Wood. On WorkLab, we hear from experts about the future of work, from how to use AI effectively to what it will take to stay ahead in business.CASSIE KOZYRKOV: What we've been measuring this entire time is the most repetitive, the most digitized, and the least creative aspects of work. That's what we know how to measure, because they're easy to measure. How do you define creativity so you can measure it.That's hard. M ...
Smart Systems, Smarter Engineers | Asst. Prof. Jaysern Jia Yew Pang | TEDxPOWIIS Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-29 15:59
AI and Engineering Landscape - AI is rapidly transforming various aspects of life, from personalized recommendations to predictive maintenance [1][4][5][14][15][16] - The integration of AI raises concerns about job displacement for engineers and the need for continuous upskilling [7][11] - Engineers play a crucial role in designing AI systems with ethics, logic, and empathy, ensuring they benefit humanity [9][12][18][19] - AI is smart but lacks wisdom, highlighting the importance of human oversight and ethical considerations in AI development [18][19] Essential Skills for Engineers in the AI Era - Critical thinking is paramount for engineers to approach problems from different perspectives and innovate [21][22] - Creativity is essential for transforming dreams into innovative solutions [23] - Collaboration is crucial for engineers from diverse fields to work together effectively [24][25] - Communication skills are vital for conveying ideas, solving problems, and programming AI systems [25][26] Real-world Applications and Future Outlook - AI can be used to monitor driver behavior in real-time to prevent accidents [27][30] - A project to monitor driver behavior is expected to be commercialized within 6 months, with 97,000 ringgit awarded by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) [28] - Malaysia needs 30,000 more engineers in the next 10 years, with 508% of students taking STEM educations [31]
Playing the Changes: Jazz and Success | Javier Arau | TEDxCUNY
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-28 16:55
[Applause] The music scene is difficult in part because it's tough to play music. Well, there's that feeling of being totally vibed, getting the stink eye from other players in the orchestra or on the band stand. Have you ever experienced that.In the arts and music fields, it's easy to get beaten down. I wonder if that's why so many college graduates drop out of their dream careers as artists. But I'm just not sure it has to be this way.Even the great jazz saxoponist Charlie Parker when he was young face ch ...
What improv can teach you about risk-taking | Sehar Manji | TEDxSherbrooke Street West
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-24 16:10
Core Argument - The core argument is that incorporating play, specifically improv, into life can foster creativity, resilience, and adaptability by providing a safe space to experiment and fail without real-world consequences [3][24][39] - The speech emphasizes the importance of embracing uncertainty and the unknown, as it is in these spaces that new opportunities and personal growth can be found [36] - The speech advocates for a shift from a mindset of resistance ("yes, but" or "no, but") to one of acceptance and building ("yes, and"), which can lead to better collaboration and innovation [17][19] Improv Principles and Applications - Improv's core principle of "yes, and" encourages building upon ideas without judgment, fostering a collaborative and creative environment [4][5] - The speaker uses improv exercises to demonstrate how the mind-body connection can be leveraged to create vivid experiences and enhance performance, similar to mental imagery techniques used by athletes [26][29][30] - Improv can be a valuable tool for developing skills such as lateral thinking, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving, which are applicable in various professional and personal contexts [31][32][40] Real-World Implications - The speech suggests that a supportive environment, similar to the "yes, and" principle, can encourage risk-taking and innovation, as evidenced by Canada's high early-stage entrepreneurship rate of 182% [20] - The speaker shares personal anecdotes to illustrate how improv has helped overcome shyness and embrace new opportunities, leading to a fulfilling career in the arts and performance [34][37] - The speech highlights that embracing play and uncertainty can lead to unexpected connections and opportunities, ultimately shaping one's life in unforeseen and positive ways [36][38][40]
Education That Inspires, Not Pressures | Malati Kalmadi | TEDxKIS Pune Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-24 16:01
So good morning children. It's wonderful to be here. I love children.I'm passionate about education and I must share with you that India has approximately 25 cr children and today we have in this audience maybe just a speck just one pencil dot but dear children you are the future of our country and I would like to share with you my journey in the field of education where we ignite minds. So do you want to be ignited children. Yes.Louder. Yes. That's it.Because that's what we are going to do today. Just now ...
Break the Box: Turning Setbacks into Creative Success | Shivathmaj Shenoy | TEDxKIS Pune Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-24 15:59
Career & Personal Development - Individuals often face pressure to specialize despite having diverse interests and talents [1] - Societal expectations and parental influence can lead individuals to pursue careers that don't align with their passions [2][3][4] - Choosing a career path should prioritize personal fulfillment and passion over societal approval or perceived prestige [5][6] - Experimentation and exploration of different skills and opportunities can lead to unexpected career paths and financial success [7][8] - Sharing knowledge and helping others can enhance one's own learning and lead to personal satisfaction [9][10][11] - It's important to recognize when a job is not fulfilling and to seek opportunities for growth and passion [12][13][15] Entrepreneurship & Business - Building one's own business allows for greater creative freedom and control over one's career [16] - Support from friends and a belief in one's abilities can be crucial in taking the leap into entrepreneurship [16] - A content marketing agency can be built by focusing on storytelling and working with talented individuals [17] - Success can arise from unexpected circumstances, such as a failed exam [18] - Embracing experimentation, failure, and continuous learning is essential for building a fulfilling life and career [19]
TEDxUSFQ - Gustavo Moscoso | Gustavo Moscoso | TEDxUSFQ
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-24 15:41
Hola a todos, qué gusto poder estar aquí. Gracias por la invitación. Eh, quiero compartirles un poco de de mi historia. E bueno, me me llamo Gustavo Moscoso, llevo 25 años en el mundo creativo, en el mundo del diseño. Me llaman diseñador o me he llamado diseñador, pero la verdad es que debo decir que me considero un creativo. Eh, mi historia nace en Cuenca, una persona no tan afecta al estudio. La verdad debo decir que esa nunca ha sido mi fortaleza. Así es que no fui el mejor en el colegio. Eh, perdí dos a ...