Permission To Play: How Category Designers Break Free From Constraints & Unlock Legendary Ideas With Play

In Permission To Play, we dive into the unexpected origins of iconic creations to show how unstructured play and spontaneous jam sessions lead to innovation.

Forget the rigid, scheduled brainstorming sessions.

True creativity comes from giving yourself the freedom to experiment and explore ideas without fear of judgment or failure.

This mini-book takes you behind the scenes of legendary projects like Guns N' Roses' "Sweet Child O' Mine," illustrating how a casual riff evolved into a rock anthem that defined a generation. It wasn't crafted in a high-pressure studio setting but emerged from a relaxed environment where the band had the freedom to play and explore. You'll also learn about the "Permission Paradox" — the more you allow yourself to engage in seemingly silly or unconventional explorations, the more likely you are to stumble upon groundbreaking ideas.

We'll then introduce you to the Jam Session Framework, an innovative approach to collaborative creativity that emphasizes spontaneity over structure, and play over performance.

"Permission To Play" is your invitation to drop the constraints of conventional creativity.

It’s a toolkit for anyone looking to create new categories — and have fun doing it. By embracing the principles of play, you can unlock a world of creativity and innovation that leads to legendary work. So, grab your metaphorical guitar, and let's start jamming! Your next great idea could be just a riff away.