Category: 2026.April

David Bowie’s Golden Rule: Never Play to the Gallery

This advice, often associated with David Bowie, has been in my mind recently. Whether expressed exactly in these words or not, Bowie repeatedly defended one principle: do not create for applause. The moment you optimize for approval, you stop innovating. This post is first of all a self-reflection I want to share. A reminder to … Continue reading David Bowie’s Golden Rule: Never Play to the Gallery