tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4351149635592475082.post884538485047469492..comments2024-03-28T18:16:12.819-07:00Comments on What's Creative?: Our Modern Day Benjamin Franklin and Iron Man: Elon MuskCANlabhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04697643394288614411noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4351149635592475082.post-947126462999842922016-03-15T19:23:28.139-07:002016-03-15T19:23:28.139-07:00I thought the description of Musk as a combination...I thought the description of Musk as a combination Tony Stark and Ben Franklin was perfect. I didn't know he had 3 companies, but I wasn't that surprised, he's so innovative. I liked that he is willing to make his patents public, rather than holding onto them for more cash. It's great to see someone not only talking about helping the planet, but doing everything he can to follow through on what he says.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01569076142076438154noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4351149635592475082.post-5826610718712220932016-03-09T19:27:37.406-08:002016-03-09T19:27:37.406-08:00I have always found Elon Musk fascinating, and the...I have always found Elon Musk fascinating, and the description of him as a fusion of Benjamin Franklin and Iron Man (Tony Stark) was spot-on! The fact that all three of his companies focus on sustainability is, like you said, very telling about his character. He is a billionaire who could definitely justify a less-than-sustainable approach to creativity and ingenuity, but the fact that he is focused on bettering the earth environmentally as he betters it intellectually through his patents and creations is really something else. Can't wait to see his next creations and inventions! And hopefully see other inventors and brainiacs like him take notice of his sustainable model.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11071601712383537929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4351149635592475082.post-10236095008605372662016-03-08T21:58:17.636-08:002016-03-08T21:58:17.636-08:00This was a very interesting and enlightening blog ...This was a very interesting and enlightening blog post. It is very unusual to see someone who has such a large range in inventions, even if all of them essentially addressed the same problem. With the energy problems that we are currently facing, this kind of innovation and push for change is exactly what we need. It is awesome that a brilliant mind like his is being used to fight for this world, instead of for a profit. I also happen to be a huge fan of Tesla and can't wait for the more affordable models to come out so I can jump on the bandwagon! In all seriousness, I struggle to find someone who is as creative and efficient in his creativity in the businees field.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09507543589921238977noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4351149635592475082.post-49112377670744299032016-03-08T18:25:31.419-08:002016-03-08T18:25:31.419-08:00I've never heard of this guy before, but I hav...I've never heard of this guy before, but I have to say that he sounds really interesting. And I'm kind of mad that I've never heard of him before because he deserves recognition. I especially love how he's really focused on energy efficiency as a part of his design plans. I think that field doesn't get as much recognition as it should. Also his quote, "...what is the most useful thing that you can think of to do and that enough smart people aren't working on." To me, that's the true sign of genius and creativity. Because if it's useful (and especially in his case with sustainability), then it's usually pretty creative.Katherine Powershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18089640628251555577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4351149635592475082.post-27984440282441550402016-03-07T12:03:51.848-08:002016-03-07T12:03:51.848-08:00I really enjoyed your blog. He is such an interest...I really enjoyed your blog. He is such an interesting person. If you look at his inventions, they seem so diverse (although many fit under the broad goal of sustainability). I agree with your suggestion about Elon Musks' intelligence. His intelligence is multifaceted, however, as he walked about in class. His greatest point of intelligence seems to be in problem-finding. He can see problems where no one knew they existed, which I think is the source of his creativity. It also helps that he is intelligent enough to think of the solutions! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18314160774109428005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4351149635592475082.post-92199896869979492002016-03-04T08:06:07.152-08:002016-03-04T08:06:07.152-08:00I love Elon Musk, he is one of the most creative a...I love Elon Musk, he is one of the most creative and innovative currently in the business world. His transformation of Tesla and his creative/business insight behind SolarCity have driven both of those companies. And I can't help but agree with your comparison to Ben Franklin. Both individuals processed the innate ability to be creators and the insight to create change for the better in their respective societies. I'm looking forward to see if he becomes ever more active an owner in SolarCity,especially if he decides to buy more into the company and take an active leadership role. Furthermore, I am interested in seeing how he continues to further the integration of Tesla batteries into SolarCity's solar cells to help store energy through the night. Thanks for blogging about the guy. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18089581036211738023noreply@blogger.com