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Think like a Startup
I’m often surprised that the most innovative breakthroughs come from startups with almost no money, experience, or resources. In contrast, ...
Greenhouse vs. Prison
A friend of mine’s passion is growing orchids. We’re talking perfect, exotic, contest-winning orchids. To get the best results, she ...
Art is the New Math
I was recently helping my 13-year-old son Noah with his math homework. Long division. By hand. Ewwww. Looking at his ...
“I have an IDEA” vs. “I have a CONCERN”
In meetings, what do you suppose the ratio is at your company between these two phrases? What do you think ...
Pivoting
We all receive hundreds of stimuli each day. Calls from customers, breaking news, competitive product launches, meetings with colleagues, fashion ...
2011: The Year of Creativity
Most of us set bold resolutions at this time each year. Unfortunately, most of us will fall short. Losing those ...
Three Magic Questions
In an era where creativity and original thought are the currency of success, three simple questions will lead you to ...
11 Thoughts for My New Nephew
My sister Sarah had a baby on Saturday morning – a big beautiful boy named Lane. It got me thinking ...
Deer in Headlights Die
We can all picture that hapless deer. Frozen with fear and awaiting the inevitable, the immobilized soul locks up instead ...