Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | Are you working hard to build your corporate brand, but feel that it’s not quite there? Here’s an interesting perspective on taking your organization’s brand to the next level. We love the succinct nature of this message: “Get real, get intentional and get clear.”
Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | Finding the time and space for innovation in the workplace can be challenging. This article has some interesting tactics anyone can start today to boost creativity. It has some advice for senior leaders too.
Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | There is lots of news about big data lately. Here’s an interesting article on the virtues of small data, giving us a new perspective that says big data provides a “valuable, but incomplete perspective.”
Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | We’ve said for a while now that no amount of marketing will sell or make popular a bad product. This article reinforces that point and also talks about how conscious capitalism has proven to be a viable business model; the idea that conscious capitalism is, or should be, considered a form or charity simply shouldn’t exist.
Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | Traditional business models have basic beliefs for attracting and retaining employees. In this TED Talk, Dan Pink explains how science has proven that traditional incentive programs may not be the best solution in many cases. We particularly enjoyed the conclusion of this talk where Dan speaks about the future of work with a focus on employee autonomy, mastery and purpose.
Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | Here’s a great article from IABC on the power in storytelling. It reiterates the ideas we covered in our latest blog post: Why Do We Love Stories So Much?. It also suggests how business should unleash the power of stories which are found in the organization’s heritage. A must read!
Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | Trust and cooperation… Simon Sinek describes both in his TED Talk about positive work environments. Using analogies based on comparisons with the military, his story is a moving one that will resonate with business people and leaders. We recommend you watch it.
Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | Here’s a new term from the world of conscious capitalism you may not have seen… Born Social. It’s a term being used to describe the new businesses which have put a social purpose at their core. This article outlines the three factors to watch for in the coming years which are driving this relatively new business model.
Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | Here’s an inspiring story from Disney about creativity, the power of storytelling and how to promote an idea. Keep in mind that analogies can be a powerful force to use when you find yourself presenting an idea to a group who may not be focused on the same factors you are.
Interesting or inspiring articles (perhaps a bit of both) … | You’ve probably read that some of the most profitable businesses are those NOT focused on profit. There’s a good explanation on why that is in this article from the Financial Times. Equally important to purpose for an organization’s success, as Simon Caulkin explains, is “methods and measures.”
