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Most people think success comes from having an original idea. Mark Pincus thinks that's one of the most expensive mistakes you can make.After building one of the most successful gaming companies in history, he believes the best products rarely begin as completely new ideas. Instead, they start with a deep understanding of what already works, a relentless focus on making it better, and just enough novelty to make people care.In part two of our conversation, Mark shares his "Proven, Better, New" framework for building products, explains why AI is creating the greatest opportunity for builders since the birth of the internet, and reveals the surprisingly simple habits that have shaped his career, leadership philosophy, and life.Along the way, he discusses ambition, parenting, creativity, and why a more playful approach to your career may be the key to doing your best work.Chapters:(((((((š„ The Next Big Idea is now on YouTube! You can find our episodesā ā ā ā ā hereā ā ā ā ā āļø Follow Rufus onā ā ā ā LinkedInā ā ā ā , subscribe to ourā ā ā ā Substackā ā ā ā , or send us an email at ā ā [email protected]ā ā š SPONSORED BY:Granola ā If meetings are eating up your day, Granola is a no-brainer. You can try it totally free for three months. Just head to ā granola.ai/ideaā IM8 ā Athletes, doctors, David Beckham ā they all drink IM8. Get a free welcome kit, five free travel sachets, and 10% off your order when you use code NBI atā ā im8health.com/nbiā ā Momentous ā If you want to try Momentous Signature Spec Creatine, head toā livemomentous.comā and use code IDEA for up to 35% off your entire first order.Northwest Registered Agent ā Theyāve been helping small business owners and entrepreneurs launch and grow businesses for nearly 30 years. Learn more atā ā northwestregisteredagent.com/nbifreeā ā Upwork ā Visitā upwork.comā right now and post your job for free.Shopify ā Stop waiting for permission to build something. Your next revenue stream starts free atā ā shopify.com/nbiā ā