Nearly everyone has heard the tales of the merciless and bloodthirsty pirate Blackbeard. However, few know that this man, known for seemingly mindless attacks and killings, was actually a marketing genius who employed consistent brand strategy, persistent social networking, and relentless word-of-mouth advertising in his reign of terror over the 18th-century Caribbean.

It's a fact that technology continues to edge closer and closer to territories traditionally dominated by humans. As professionals in marketing and design, we must adapt to these changes to stay relevant and competitive.

Creativity in business is not about you. Clients are not paying for your self-expression. If this is your thought, you may want to look into the fine arts field. It's all about them, their customers, and their potential buyers. They want you to sell their services and products, relieve their pain, and help them make money.

Extraordinary events that rocked the Creative Business forever.

1. 1987: The Macintosh computer entered the creative studio

2. 1991: The World Wide Web caught fire