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Rule 36 DEVELOP AN AUTHENTIC STYLE

Everyone has a personal style of working, but not everyone has a “good style.” Good style grows out of good taste—an appreciation of the way aesthetic principles determine beauty. Think of your taste as an ability to recognize what’s beautiful, and your style as the way you apply your taste. Personal style is unique by definition—it responds to a variety of factors, including your goals, your profession, your training, your culture, your life experiences, and the quirks of your personality.

But what about good taste? Is it personal or universal? Here we wade into muddy waters. When it comes to taste, it’s impossible ...

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