by Alan | Jan 30, 2012 | Just for Fun
Greetings. Innovation often means putting things together that don't belong. Or don't seem to belong. Like creating an adhesive that doesn't stick very well (Post-It Notes) or teaching cars to think like fish in order to avoid...
by Alan | Jan 25, 2012 | Big Ideas, Compelling Value, Customer Experience, Engaging Employees, Unlocking Genius
Greetings. Having teenagers has its special rewards. Wait…I'm trying to think of one. But seriously, having two teenage daughters is a source of great joy and, at times, lots of emotion. But it's also a wonderful opportunity...
by Alan | Jan 22, 2012 | Big Ideas, Engaging Employees, Just for Fun, Unlocking Genius
Greetings. A few moments after the New England Patriots barely defeated the Baltimore Ravens to win the American Football Conference championship, star quarterback Tom Brady said during his first post-game interview: "I sucked pretty bad today but...
by Alan | Jan 19, 2012 | Big Ideas, Compelling Value, Marketing and Sales, Unlocking Genius
Greetings. It was definitely a bad week for American business icons as two great brands filed for bankruptcy protection. First, our dear friends at Hostess decided to bake a brand new plan for overcoming declining sales and a shortage of dough (or...
by Alan | Jan 16, 2012 | Big Ideas, Compelling Value, Engaging Employees, Unlocking Genius
Greetings. Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day here in the U.S., and a perfect time to think about the life and ideas of Dr. King. While his work wasn't focused on providing guidance to companies and organizations, he did have a clear and powerful...
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