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Secrecy Preserves Creative Spark
- Andrew McCarthy avoids crowdsourcing creative ideas and keeps projects secret until ready to withstand scrutiny.
- He says telling people early makes ideas wither and prefers acting on impulse and intuition.
Trade Business Tasks So You Can Create
- McCarthy hires people for business tasks he dislikes and admits he's a poor businessman.
- He prioritizes creative freedom over committee approval to keep control of his work.
A Creative Rebirth From Travel Writing
- McCarthy describes a 10–15 year professional lull in the 1990s doing mediocre work.
- Travel writing accidentally reignited his creativity and led to books and directing opportunities.