Spreading an IDEA is a key ingredient to energizing the Product team to “Think Different”. An IDEA must have an impact, significantly change our daily lives, be able to “draw down” and be commercially viable (price, positioning, audience, adoption). Now, not every idea will spread quickly, or be embraced initially, but that is the plan, […]
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Entrepreneur Mindset…
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For Entrepreneurs being able to adapt and grow within their role is key to a successful transition from a multi-tasking “do it yourself” role to a true inspirational Leadership position. Your role will change, responsibilities will increase, effective time management is critical, but being a Leader or Visionary inside the company will be integral to […]
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Personalization…
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Personalization is the “now” future, a must have and the holy grail for brands looking to establish, maintain and grow their community. Being able to communicate one to one w/ accuracy, at a granular and intuitive level is very difficult, but you must be at least laying the groundwork for implementation. The key will be […]
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Stay Hungry…& Foolish…
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“Stay Hungry….Stay Foolish..” Infinite Wisdom from Steve Always remain Hungry, and Foolish enough to know you have a lot to learn. #stevejobs #stayhungry #stayfoolish
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True Innovation…
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Many Brands have worn out their use of “Innovation”. These are brands that feel a “Progression” beyond where they are today is “True” innovation. The idea of living in a “Bubble” while others run circles around you, is not a reality they choose to deal with and as a result they get run over. “Get […]
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Act Global….Think Local…
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The ultimate compliment for a brand is when it translates globally. However, when you act global as a brand from a positioning, imagery and lifestyle perspective, you will need to be aware of the intricacies within differing regions of the world. The brand can and should be positioned with a single unified message, but when […]
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Think Local…Act Global…
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The ultimate compliment for a brand is when it translates globally. However, when you act global as a brand from a positioning, imagery and lifestyle perspective, you will need to be aware of the intricacies within differing regions of the world. The brand can and should be positioned with a single unified message, but when […]
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An Effective & Powerful Life…
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Before I read Tim Ferris’s “4 Hour Workweek” I was a sceptic, however after reading his book it provides great insight into how to be more effective, efficient and selective in everything you do in Life. You only have one Life, and you can not flip the “Sands of Time” and start over again. Use […]
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Blending Function w/ Design…
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As simple as it sounds, building functionality into a beautiful design is not always easy. At times you will need to sacrifice design aesthetics to achieve the need in functionality. The ultimate goal of any product team is to achieve the “hybrid” formula of “simple” sophistication with a “functional” design. Great brands have established a […]
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