Actions show that we think more choices equates to a better life. However, too many choices seem to create a less ideal return on investment. If we focus on a selected group of offerings it creates a powerful pathway to meeting expectations. An unintentional consequence of too many choices is the more choices the more likely the customer starts blaming themselves if they do not get what they want. That does not enhance a confluence of purpose.
Innovative Concepts
Kickstarter 2012 Funding
Kickstarter just released a report on the projects launched and funded in 2012.
This + That = Paradigm Shift
My son proclaimed he was bored. It was the last day of winter break and obviously it was time to return to school given that he had run out of entertainment options. I thought about his creativity block for a day and realized that I could have asked him to write-out a list of his favorite activities and then another list of random activities. The unconventional combinations from the two lists would create some remarkable moments.
Wheelchair + Scuba Diving
Sky Diving + Rubik’s Cube
Cross Country Skiing + Tropical Beach
Yoga + Breakdancing
My Equation
Seth Godin shared a simply reminder that our best results come from making better decisions. The simple equation we run in the background each moment is to align our purpose with the decisions we make. The results can be remarkable.
purpose + better decisions = inspired action
What remarkable actions are you looking to experience? What do you need to clarify further in order to more consistently experience remarkable actions?
I have included links to recommended resources for each element of the equation.
Purpose:
Decision:
Inspired Action:
Your Art- The $100 Startup
Combination
What happens when you combine two different art forms? Lego Star Wars and a customized music machine provide a memorable example.
Sometimes You Just Need To Do It…
Two great articles that articulate the challenges we face each day and the barriers that can push us off-course.
The first is a very funny article by Jay Goltz. His obsession with delegation is fraught with unexpected results.
The second is thought guru and innovator Seth Godin’s encapsulation of the essence of everything we do.
The difference between a day where I thrive or survive is predicated on my ability to ask better questions and make better decisions. How do you thrive?
Be You
If you know what you stand for then you will be adored (or at least respected) for being you.
A Bunch
A banana separated from a bunch can serve its purpose. We do not always need to be surrounded by those who think and act like us to be remarkable.
Write It Down
If you hang your artwork in darkened hallways your inspiration is on display but few will see it. Likewise, if you keep your dreams to yourself, few will connect. However, if you say them out loud fellow travelers will appear.
Who is in Your Front Row?
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Too often groups spend considerable effort trying to get the attention of those in the back rows, ignoring those who are first in line for every event. There is always a few in the balcony who are ready to join the fan club so you want to amplify to all attendees but the audience that is anticipating your message is right in front of you. The permission we need to give ourselves is that we do not need everyone to succeed. Even McDonalds and Walmart do not try to serve everyone.
What-if-concepts 