The document profiles several careers and individuals, including graphic designer Bruno Munari, musician David Bowie, business owner Ella Luckett, and makeup and special effects artist Michael Walsh. It also discusses techniques for cut-up writing developed by William S. Burroughs and principles of taking risks, watching reactions, reflecting on outcomes, sharing knowledge, prioritizing efficiency, and solving problems flexibly. The document was authored by Hannah Schreiner for a directed research project advised by Tom Klinkowstein in the summer of 2013.