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Monthly Archives: February 2009

The 10 Laws of Constructive Capitalism

Umair Haque is the Director of the Havas Media Lab and, in his own words, he studies “what’s going on next, today.” Here are his 10 Laws of Constructive Capitalism. Strategy is a commodity Competition is obsolete There is nothing … Continue reading

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What needs an update?

The Simpsons – the most successful TV series ever – has revised and refreshed their opening credits. It’s not a massive overhaul. They’ve added a few characters, tweaked some of the details, shifted an expectation or three. Part of what’s … Continue reading

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What’s your genius? (Who’s your genius?)

Elizabeth Gilbert had, as she says herself, a totally unanticipated, surprising, world best seller with her book ‘Eat. Pray. Love.’ She talks about the burden of anticipation, how to manage those moments of inspiration, and the connection between bull-fighting and … Continue reading

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Get smart by getting out of the way

Kevin Kelly’s a clever man, and his blog is one of the ones I look forward to. Today’s posting is a beauty, and important for anyone interested in Great Work. It’s about the power of allowing the system to figure … Continue reading

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Darwin Pt Three

This fantastic Guinness ad might just be the most persuasive argument for evolution…

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