Why it’s okay to be critical of thought leaders

The creative industry has changed! We have expanded our reach, and showcased the complexities of our industry, explained how creativity ties into business, and have leveled up a platform in which we have a better view of the table at which we sit. We have done all of this through “thought leadership”. Thought leaders hold a significant sway over trends, ideas, and the direction of progress. Yet, amidst their influence, we have increasingly adopted a blind faith that all thought leaders are the secret keepers of our industry.