Are Your Beliefs Limiting You Without Your Knowledge?

Are Your Beliefs Limiting You Without Your Knowledge?

Are your beliefs limiting you without your knowledge? A story of transformation. Have you ever experienced something that at the time seemed insignificant, but later had a transformative impact? I had one of those moments, and I reflected on it this week since it was someone special’s birthday. She didn’t know that she changed my…

Plan Boldly, Execute Brilliantly – Strategic Planning does not have to be dull!

Plan Boldly, Execute Brilliantly – Strategic Planning does not have to be dull!

Strategic Planning doesn’t have to be dull, but it CAN bring out the best, most creative insights of your stakeholders to foster a sense of optimism and joy about the future. This past Saturday I worked with the Board of Directors from CMHA Ottawa to have some serious, yet hopeful conversations about the future direction…

Why People Hate Strategic Planning – Hint: It’s Always the Same

Why People Hate Strategic Planning – Hint: It’s Always the Same

Strategic planning should be an exciting process for stakeholders of any organization—but let’s be real: for many, it’s a dreaded, repetitive exercise. Here’s why: most planning sessions fall into predictable routines, often led by a small group while others are left out of the conversation. There might be a review of Mission, Vision, Values, a…

Starfish Synergies Launches the Imagination Course: A New Way to Innovate at Work!

Starfish Synergies Launches the Imagination Course: A New Way to Innovate at Work!

It’s here! We could not be more excited to share something new we’ve been working on: our Imagination Course. This isn’t your typical training program. It’s an experience designed to help teams tap into their creativity using something we all know and love—Play-Doh! Why Play-Doh? Well, it’s a material that sparks imagination. With the exclusive…

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How Can Imagination Provide Our Customers an EXPERIENCE Instead of Just Service?

People are ready to be back together in the world – and they are looking for experiences. It’s an experience economy, and have you noticed that that memorable interactions (in a positive way) bring delight? Whether you’re in manufacturing, nonprofit, or direct service, turning routine exchanges into experiences through imagination can build loyalty and satisfaction….

Unlocking Team Potential: How Play and Imagination Enhance Workplace Dynamics

Unlocking Team Potential: How Play and Imagination Enhance Workplace Dynamics

When employees are tired, unmotivated, and burning out HR with their own burnout, how do you get things back on track? It all starts with finding a way to acknowledge what’s going on and then working to change it, one of the ways you can do that is through imagination, innovation and collaboration. Fostering a…

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year!

For me, September starts a New Year. It’s always felt that way. Even as I age, I’m hit with the nostalgia of being at a friend’s cottage for Labour Day Weekend and watching the Jerry Lewis telethon. Colder nights and cool swims in the morning. Back to school shopping and picking my first day outfit….

The Power of Imagination in Conflict Resolution

The Power of Imagination in Conflict Resolution

Imagination is often associated with creativity, innovation, and out-of-the-box thinking. It’s the ability to envision possibilities beyond the current reality, which makes it a powerful tool in conflict resolution. When applied to conflicts, imagination allows individuals and teams to explore alternative solutions, consider different perspectives, and find common ground in unexpected ways.  And, if incorporated…

The Business Card Comeback: Building Connection in a Digital Age  BUSINESS CARDS ARE BACK BABY!!

The Business Card Comeback: Building Connection in a Digital Age BUSINESS CARDS ARE BACK BABY!!

Last week at the Canadian Meeting and Events Expo 2024, I experienced something that surprised me: the resurgence of business cards. Despite having an electronic business card and knowing how to connect via LinkedIn QR codes, I found myself gravitating back to the traditional, physical exchange of business cards. Why, in an age dominated by…