Storytelling at Work: The Workshop
Storytelling to Create the Innovation Mindset
Storytelling at Work: The Book
Storytelling in the Workplace: The Radio Interview
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Cavemen with Briefcases in Need of a Wise Person’s Story
Category Archives: Time Management
You CAN Tell a Book by its Cover — Especially If You Have 9 Choices
Ever hear the phrase “You can’t judge a book by it’s cover?” Of course you have. But what you probably haven’t heard is how far back that phrase goes — all the way back to June, 1867, as seen in the newspaper, Piqua Democrat. “Don’t judge a book by… Continue reading
How to Facilitate Breakthrough Brainstorming Sessions for Your Clients in Three Hours or Less
Here’s the deal: You are one of the creatives in a high flying PR, Marketing, or Communications company and have been asked by one of your clients to lead an upcoming brainstorming session. That’s the good news. The-not-so-good news? Even though you’… Continue reading
The Curious Origins of the Stop Sign
I’ve been doing some fascinating research lately on the origins of common objects in our lives — things we see daily, but often take for granted. Like the Stop Sign, for example.
Most people think the Stop Sign was created to regulate traffic. Not … Continue reading
Be Frightened of Old Ideas
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When Dogs Spark Big Ideas
During the past 25 years I have facilitated more than 1,000 brainstorming sessions for a wide variety of heavy hitting organizations — everyone from MTV to GE to government think thanks. I’ve worked with left-brained people, right-brained people, a… Continue reading
Move the Hole!
I like what Edward deBono once said about the phenomenon of creative people trying to get results, but coming up empty (and I paraphrase). “If you are digging for oil and don’t find any, move the hole!”
Pretty simple, eh? Sometimes, it seems as if … Continue reading
When There’s Only 4 Seconds Left
Sometimes, it seems as if the game is over, that time is running out — but WAIT! It ain’t over til it’s over! No way! Kris Jenkins drains a long range jumper at the buzzer and Villanova wins the NCAA National Championship! Bedlam ensues! (PS: YOU s… Continue reading
20 Reasons Why People Get Their Best Ideas in the Shower
During the past 25 years, I’ve asked more than 10,000 people where and when they get their best ideas. I get all kinds of answers, but the one that has always fascinated me is “the shower” — maybe because I also get so many of my good ideas there. … Continue reading
What’s the Key to Your Success?
Bring your most passionate project to mind — the ONE THING you are excited about manifesting. Maybe it’s just sitting there like a lump. Or maybe you are making progress every day. Whatever it is, take a look at the list below and CHOOSE the one qua… Continue reading
