At the start of the year, I was approached to consult for an organization dedicated to attracting outside investment to Tijuana. One of the members who recommended me explained that they had failed to secure any outside investment in the previous two years and were now looking for a fresh approach.
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The Speed of the Leader is the Speed of the Team
We’ve all been there, trying to push a project forward and everything slows to a crawl. People stop following up, unanswered messages and emails pile up, deadlines are missed, and everyone seems stuck in reactive mode. It’s the opposite of progress.
Why Your ‘Good Enough’ Culture is Driving Away Exceptional Talent
“We’re content with getting some of the work they sent us,” said one of the business partners of a business I was consulting for. This statement haunts me because it perfectly encapsulates a mindset that repels exceptional talent.
Transforming Customers Through Innovation: Who Do We Want Our Customers to Become?
I’m not lying when I say there is a better way to make innovation happen. For me, it starts with the outcome we want for the customer. Too often, innovation focuses on incremental improvements rather than transformative action. But what if we, the entrepreneurs and innovators, took a different approach? What if our responsibility was not only to eliminate pain but also to look out for our customer’s best interests and actively shape their potential?
Creative Warm-Up Exercises: A Practical Guide to Unlocking Your Imagination
We all know the feeling: staring at a blank page, waiting for inspiration to strike. Whether you’re a designer, writer, entrepreneur, or anyone who relies on creative thinking, getting your mind into a truly creative state can be challenging. Just as athletes warm up their muscles before a game, creative professionals must warm up their imaginations before diving into serious work.
Want to Shake Things Up In 2025? Here’s How to Bring Fresh Thinking into Your Business
Look, we’ve all been there. You’re running your business, and things are ticking along, but something feels… stale. Maybe you’ve noticed your team recycling the same old ideas, or perhaps your competitors are pulling ahead with exciting new initiatives while you’re stuck in a rut.
Innovation Unleashed: Strategies to Overcome Fear of Failure
What strategies can we use to encourage risk-taking and experimentation without fear of failure? This is one of the most asked questions I get from business leaders. No straightforward answer applies to everyone, but there are certain commonalities among organizations that innovate consistently.