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Lindsey Carmela Bartlett began writing in 2012, reporting on beats from street art to music, culture, and cannabis. Today, she's the Chief Media Officer at Fast Buds, an expert on the international weed industry, and a contributor to Insider, Leafly, and the Rolling Stone Culture Council. Her work has been featured in national publications including Entrepreneur, Benzinga, Forbes, Yahoo, MJBizDaily, and The Denver Post. Bartlett is an alumnus of the UVM Pace Plant Biology program's Cannabis Media Fellowship. She's interviewed Tommy Chong, Cheech Marin, Erykah Badu, Woody Harrelson, Jack Black, Gene Simmons, Tiffany Haddish, Wiz Khalifa, and Seth Rogen— all in the name of culture and cannabis. Today, she grows cannabis from home in Humboldt County, California.

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In the culture space, a growth mindset means seeing challenges as fuel for creativity, not roadblocks to it. In culture-driven industries, staying creative and relevant requires a willingness to learn and adapt. Whether you’re leading a team, launching ideas or shaping creative work, a growth mindset gives you the flexibility to adapt, take risks and keep pushing forward. Building that mindset means leaning into curiosity, learning from failure and making room for experimentation — even when it’s uncomfortable. Below, the members of Rolling Stone Culture Council explain why a growth mindset matters and how you can start cultivating one, even if it doesn’t come naturally.

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While the roots of weed prohibition have many unfortunate layers, storytelling played a huge role in negative public opinion around the plant.

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To unleash their creativity, you have to give them the right environment to do so. Culture, trends, music, art — all exist because of the creative efforts of those passionate about pursuing them. When harnessing this creativity for business, you may need to approach management in a different way. Whether it’s giving them the space they need to exercise that creativity or balancing that with the right rules and restrictions, leading creative talent should be given special thought if you want them to achieve their best work. Whether it's marketers, musical artists or any role in between, the business leaders of Rolling Stone Culture Council know not only what it means to be creatives but what it means to manage them as well. Consider their best advice below to lead creative talent well and unlock all the talent these employees have to offer.

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Artificial intelligence can change the way people lead teams and organizations, but it's important to maintain a uniquely human approach to leadership. The impact of AI in business extends beyond automation and efficiency — it’s also influencing leadership and mentorship. As AI tools become more integrated into decision-making, workflow management and strategic planning, leaders must consider how to balance technology with human connection. Below, the members of Rolling Stone Culture Council share their perspectives on technology's evolving role in leadership, as well as key considerations leaders should be mindful of in the age of AI. Their insights highlight the opportunities AI presents, the risks of overreliance on it and the human qualities that will always be essential for guiding teams.

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Conventions are a must. The networking, education and bridge-building that goes down at industry trade shows is unparalleled.

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Honoring "where you came from" can be the key to your business expansion success. As businesses expand beyond their hometown markets, maintaining an authentic connection to their local roots can become a challenge. Growth — especially on a national or global scale — often brings pressure to standardize messaging, streamline operations and appeal to a broader audience. Staying true to the community that shaped your brand’s identity can be the key to deeper customer loyalty and differentiating your business from competitors. Below, Rolling Stone Culture Council members share strategies for businesses looking to scale while preserving their hometown authenticity.
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Fast Buds
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Fast Buds is a global leader in cannabis cultivars and one of the largest autoflower seed banks in the world. Founded in 2010, Fast Buds specializes in producing top-quality cannabis strains in innovative autoflowering technology. Seeds from Fast Buds' genetic library are available direct-to-consumer in over 50 countries. Award-winning genetics include Ztrawberriez, Papaya Cookies, named Best New Strain at the Autoflower World Cup in 2024, and Apricot, named Best Sativa. From humble beginnings growing in a garage, today, Fast Buds is known for developing some of the most coveted cannabis genetics in the world.