The Connection Between Polymathy And Creativity

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Why Being A Polymath Is Increasingly Essential For Success

ByAytekin Tank, Contributor. 

Aytekin Tank is the founder and CEO of Jotform.

Jan 14, 2025, 10:50am EST 

The Connection Between Polymathy And Creativity

Research suggests that developing diverse disciplines fuels creativity and productivity. For example, studies show Nobel Prize-winning scientists are about 25 times more likely to sing, dance, or act than the average scientist, 17 times more likely to create visual art, 12 times more likely to write poetry, and four times more likely to be a musician. Talk about multi-faceted over-achievers.

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Experts believe it stems from cross-pollination. Ideas from one discipline can inspire another. World-renowned chef Massimo Bottura, for instance, has said that art inspires his Michelin-starred cooking. What’s more, shifting mental gears can give your brain a much-needed rest, clearing the space for creative breakthroughs.

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