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a possible misunderstanding
The thing about theory is, it doesn’t mean anything until it’s practiced.

mapping the pyramids
Structure has taken a new from. What we once knew as hierarchy, long-time Gapingvoid friend Jon Husband calls “wirearchy.” And John says that the big change won’t be …

living in color
There’s a lot of talk about diversity. The problem is, it’s mostly old straight white men doing the talking. Real talk: Why do we need …

it’s not a total loss
Failing at something means you tried. It’s a wonderful thing. So if you’re going to fail, at least make it worthwhile. Don’t be afraid of …

your mind, the parachute
They say that from the day you’re born until the day you die, your ears never stop growing. I think there’s a metaphor in that. …

value/s
In order of importance, you’re selling: Who you are What the product is People spend money because of feelings, not because of facts. The value …

does anyone really change?
It’s hard to believe there was a generation that was afraid of The Beatles. The fear of change is widespread. Change is trouble. But that …

seven billion is a big number
This image is a riff on Seth’s Godin’s first lesson of marketing in the Internet Age: “Nobody Cares About You”. i.e. Nobody is going to …

a calm awakening
Wisdom is calming. Wisdom solves problems. It’s knowledge that can be applied to every situation as a balm or a solution, something that can reduce …

a simpler marketing plan
You are one you. There’s no difference between work you, personal brand you, home you, gym you — you are a single person, comprised of …

The Challenge Part
If you work for a large company, you’re going to face the same three challenges: complexity, silos and bureaucracy. BUT: big companies can make big impacts. …

it’s aliiiiiiiive
Culture isn’t a set of laws. It can’t be imposed — culture is shared. Culture is adaptable. It embraces innovation. It grows, shifts, and accepts. …
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