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What do you think of when you watch this 50 second video? (Warning: If you have a specific affection for tiny, cartoon cowboys, this might be difficult for you to watch). ready steady bang – 30 ways from Ed Barrett on Vimeo. I don’t often dig violent videos killing some of the Wild West’s greatest [...]

When I first started working, I went to a convention that offered a golf outing in the middle of the week.  I didn’t golf at the time, so I took some reading material and sat by the pool.  It didn’t take long to realize that none – zero – nada – of the decision makers [...]

“It has bothered me all of my life that I do not paint like everyone else.”  Henri Matiesse When I read about revolutionary artists, such as Matisse, who want to be part of the mainstream despite massive success, I remember how difficult it is to “think different.“ We all have a desire to belong and [...]

When I use the expression “he can’t see the forest for the trees,” I mean that person is so detail-oriented that he misses the big picture.  I use this saying frequently at work because, quite frankly, I like seeing forests.  I would rather not look at the trees (which are the more detailed points of [...]

No Corned Beef. No Cabbage. And I don’t even like beer. However, this commercial makes me want to round up my friends and hit a pub just for the fun of it all. My truly Irish friend Jane says it’s safe to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day all month long (and she calls me “lassie” when [...]

There’s not much to say about this video other than I’m looking forward to my kids being in Middle School if this is an example of how they think. I simply can’t get enough of this kid, and, it’s safe to say, this may be the best six seconds of your day. You’re welcome! Share [...]

Tastemakers – Active Participators – Unexpectedness What are those? These are the ingredients for creating the media of the future… at least according to the perspective of Kevin Allocca.  You see, Kevin works for YouTube as “Trends Manager” – which sounds like a pretty big (and cool) title to me!  In short, he gets to [...]

“People only see what they are prepared to see.”   – Ralph Waldo Emerson When I was at a conference last year, I was given a unique opportunity to participate in a painting class.   Other than drywall and fingernails, I’ve never painted anything in my life.  I LOVE art and secretly wish that I had majored [...]

“Logic will get you from A to B.  Imagination will take you everywhere.”  – Albert Einstein Happy Friday!  If you happen to feel like you’re dragging your tired body over the finish line of a long week, remember that a little imagination can change the color of your weekend…and your life for that matter. If [...]

Today is “hump day” – congratulations on making it half-way through the week.   I thought you’d enjoy a little escape from reality with a dose of creativity.  I wish I had been in Montreal to catch a glimpse of this guy. THE MAN WHO LIVED ON HIS BIKE from Guillaume Blanchet on Vimeo. Share on [...]