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…
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…
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…
“To invent, you need a good imagination and a pile of junk.” – Thomas Edison The launch of our new Imagination course is well underway, and it has been a BLAST. We know that most adults report that they use their imagination less than when they were children. When we ask them why, they often…
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…
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….
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…
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….
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…
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…
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