The power of perspective is one of the things that differentiates high output and impact innovators from others. It’s easy to get lucky or have good timing, but it’s another to create value when those things don’t happen. One of the ways we do this is by engaging in some perspective-taking. This simple exercise and […]
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One of the most profound, fun, and engaging techniques for creating an attractive service or product design is oddly focused on the exact opposite: Designing for Awful. How to use this This strategy is as simple as it is effective. When workshopping ideas allot some time to have participants develop ideas and designs for the
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No one can see the future, but we can gain a glimpse of what might come and how what we are doing today might take us there by using this technique or tool called The Long Now. The Long Now involves taking an idea that might be on the horizon or emerging and envisioning what
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Anyone working in design or consulting knows that no amount of advice will guarantee action with your clients or colleagues. Great, thoughtful designs are important to success yet are not guarantees for adoption. What is critical above all is that designs inspire people. Without inspiration and excitement, there is no action. Designer Bruce Mau came
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If learning is a critical part of what your organization needs to survive and thrive, why do you not have a Chief Learning Officer? We look at why you should.
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