What Does Innovation Mean to You?
The Essence of Innovation: Innate or Learned? Is innovation a natural gift or a learned skill? This question often sparks intriguing debates. On one hand,
The Essence of Innovation: Innate or Learned? Is innovation a natural gift or a learned skill? This question often sparks intriguing debates. On one hand,
Over a century ago, the US government was interested in powered flight. Before powered flight existed, they found the most popular and renown scientist in
The Importance of Mental Health Treatments Mental health conditions affect a sizable portion of the global population and can have a profound impact on an
Client’s Challenging Situation: One of the businesses we invested in was creating a new video advertising & messaging service to present “local advertising” to people
The worth of work in creating value cannot be overstated. Whether in personal life or business, anything of value needs work. It’s the toil, the
Bias and groupthink significantly impact the effectiveness of team decisions. These limitations lead to poor choices and reduce creativity and innovation. That’s why finding ways
2022 was a year marked by continued uncertainties: a lingering pandemic, escalating international strife, and economic challenges. Businesses pivoted or watched others pivoting. Some larger
The Problem: Untapped Potential in Existing Relationships Despite significant time and effort invested in expanding business networks, there’s often a neglect of the latent value
Most people wander through the decision-making process without a proper toolkit, often relying on instinct or fragmented strategies. If you are reading this, then you
PESTEL is an analytical tool used for strategic business planning. It’s an acronym that stands for Political, Economic, Social, Technological, Environmental, and Legal factors. It
Porter’s Five Forces is a framework developed by Michael E. Porter that helps analyze the competitive environment of an industry. It examines five key factors
When lightning struck and our ancient ancestors first saw fire, they observed destruction and danger. Like all the other animals, they experienced great panic. The
Influencing people positively is a skill that requires a deep understanding of human nature and a genuine desire to help others grow and succeed. The
In today’s age of rapid technological advancements, the energy sector is undergoing transformative changes. The rise of renewable energy, increasing decentralization, and the need for
Starting a new venture or innovating within an existing one can be a daunting endeavor. A key strategy that has gained momentum in the world
About Knowledge Overconfidence According to experts, not only do most people suffer from Knowledge Overconfidence, but they may also not even be aware of it.
Collaboration is not just yesterday’s news; it is the timeless engine that powers unprecedented business breakthroughs. Since Benjamin Franklin’s Junto Club that transformed 18th-century civic
Critical Energy Crossroads…facing complexities with collaboration Ontario’s energy sector now faces a maze of critical crossroads, with signposts shifting. The navigation complexities at these crossroads
In the age of fast-paced technological advancements and shifting paradigms, the value of learning and building through iterative experiences cannot be overstated. This is where
Knowledge isn’t just power; it’s the tool that enables us to deal with the complexities of life, improve our skills, and make better informed decisions.
In today’s globalized world, business leaders face a complex and continuously evolving landscape marked by a myriad of global challenges. These include uncertainties stemming from
In today’s dynamic business environment, decision-making is a multifaceted process, encompassing independent thinking, corporate-team dynamics, and cross-corporate collaboration. Each approach has its own set of
The crux of any business lies in three fundamental aspects: People, Processes, and Situations. Processes can be defined as sequences of tasks undertaken by people
Patrick Lencioni, an esteemed author and management consultant, has outlined key recommendations for building effective teams in his book ‘The Five Dysfunctions of a Team’
Your Personal Continuous Improvement To What Extent Can You Control Your Thoughts? The principle that individuals have the ability to control their thoughts and consequently
Promoting Informed Energy Citizenship in Ontario Ontario’s energy future is at a tipping point. How we collectively navigate our current energy challenges will fundamentally shape
In his classic book ‘Think and Grow Rich‘ (1937), Napoleon Hill emphasized the workshop of the mind where all great ideas are born—the Creative Imagination.
Stepping into the Fast-Paced World of Technology: A Business Perspective In an era where technology is developing at an astonishing pace, it is not surprising
Evolving inter-generational workforce dynamics could hurt your business. Inter-generational workforce dynamics are shifting as financially anxious Baby Boomers exit the workforce and Millennials and younger
A bit about Gallup I’ve been a fan of Gallup’s StrengthsFinder [now CliftonStrengths] for over 20 years. No questions or surprise – Learner is my
A Brief History of AI The following timeline highlights the contributions of just a few key players, but the field of AI is vast, and
Q: Why did Al Gore create algorithms? A: There seems to be some confusion in your question. Al Gore, the former Vice President of the
I recently added a comment to LinkedIn post: “As AI assistants leap from helpful to hacking, we’re reminded that the digital dance between innovation and
Making decisions is an essential part of our daily lives, and it is no different when it comes to running a small to mid-size business
Ten Years ago, in 2013, I wrote the following blog about creativity. Here’s a thought about creativity vis-à-vis right and wrong: creativity is not about
Introduction to the P=2S+O approach to solving problems The P=2S+O approach is a powerful problem-solving methodology that stands for: “For every Problem, you can find
In today’s increasingly digital world, organizations rely heavily on information technology (IT) and information systems (IS) to drive innovation, efficiency, and growth. Though often used
Alvin Toffler’s ground-breaking work, “Future Shock,” highlighted the potential consequences of rapid technological and societal change. Toffler was incredibly prescient in his analysis, predicting the
Small to Mid-Size Businesses are the Backbone of Our Economy Small to mid-size businesses (SMEs) in Canada are the backbone of the economy, and they
The user experience (UX) of the future will impress users with advancements generated by ongoing technological innovations, evolving user expectations, and an increasing emphasis on
In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in the way businesses view technology. What used to be seen as a tool to support
Introduction: Assessing the maturity of a business is essential in understanding its current state and making informed decisions about future growth. The maturity of a
Introduction As outlined in the article “Crafting Your Digital Transformation Story” it is important to craft your digital transformation story. That will help you, your
Think about the things you do best. Think about the things your company does best. You know these things are your best work because: …People
According to Google, Web 1.0 is the “read-only Web,” Web 2.0 is the “participative social Web,” and Web 3.0 is the “read, write, execute Web.”
At NeuStyle, we want restaurants in Waterloo Region to overcome the challenges presented by the pandemic, keep customers satisfied, and find new ways to thrive through technology.
Armed with facts about service and product improvements, businesses that want to outshine their competitors invest in customized software solutions that fit like a glove. Employees and clients, stand up and take notice. Growth, loyalty, and enjoyable careers follow.
I strongly recommend that all business leaders read 8 Things We Hate About IT. Whether you are trying to disrupt your industry through innovation or trying to keep day-to-operations running smoothly, understanding how to work with your IT partners is vital to your success.
In business, many great solutions happen when people first have an intense desire to discover problems then have intense desire to solve those problems … with persistence.
The solution is software, in particular custom software that can operationalize your big idea and harness data to generate new insights.
“Canned laughter”, the stuff you hear on TV sitcoms, really annoys me. Yet, psychological studies have [apparently] proven that people find sitcoms more humorous and laugh
… and learning from your errors proves you are open-minded and change-tolerant. Change is a good thing … even if you disagree with that, you