Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 8, 2010

I recently wrote a piece for Mashable on how to create a company blog. Since it’s already written (and since I promised not to republish on my blog other than a summary) if you’re interested please have a read over there. Summary notes and then I’ll extend: Should you blog? What should you blog about?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 22, 2021

Tui is the cofounder and creative director at Koh Living. Be a creative and perceptive warrior. Using our creativity, we can navigate our way through the crisis. Now, imagine yourself as a creative warrior on a horse and work out which qualities you need to get yourself and your people through a crisis.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Arosh Fernando , creative director of WooHah Productions, says, “When our core business was not permited to function due to the government restrictions, we realized we had to change everything.”. Change only one element of their go-to-market strategy. Internally, their agency has shifted its focus from deliverables to strategy.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 22, 2020

When Pete approached me for advice, I recommended the “Failure-Proofing” strategy, which is a pragmatic and easy-to-use technique to defend against planning and project disasters. Doing so empowers everyone, even those who are confident that the plan will succeed, to tap their creativity in coming up with potential reasons for the failure.

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 20, 2012

I have my best creative break-throughs this way. I’ve talked in the past about how I manage my own creative process. If you struggle to find moments of creativity you might read that post. I also have huge creative spurts when I run. Or I will get some good time in at a hotel just zoning out and thinking.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 17, 2024

Turning an idea into a sellable product takes grit, but limited budgets often require entrepreneurs to develop creative solutions that rely more on resourcefulness than cash. In the rocky economic climate of 2024, creativity fuels entrepreneurial success more than deep pockets.

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StartupNation

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

In his newest book, “The Practice: Shipping Creative Work,” author and entrepreneur Seth Godin provides the roadmap for all creative people seeking to implement change in the world through their work. Become creative, especially when it’s frightening to do so. Creative , because you’re not a cog in the system.

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StartupNation

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

Your startup’s blog won’t do anything but take up your valuable time if you don’t optimize your articles. However, too much dependence on search engine optimization (SEO) could hurt the creativity of your content. When it comes to SEO and creativity, which one wins? SEO vs. creativity. What gives?

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Smart Hustle Magazine

JANUARY 5, 2021

However, creative leadership can bring the best out of leaders and teams during these hard times. During his early years of working remotely, he noticed the importance of encouraging creativity in teams. There is the misconception that creativity is only for artists who like making music or painting.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Contributed by Kady O’Connell , founder of Kady Creative , which helps passionate businesses succeed with strategic branding, powerful websites, and click-worthy content. A significant barrier people have to putting themselves out there is the lack of a strategy and the lack of brand or social style guidelines. Focus is the key.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MARCH 27, 2024

Have you seen the new study in Nature that “conclusively proves” remote work harms innovation and creativity? I teach clients how to integrate generative AI into the creative process. and more articles from the EO blog. This integration leads to more diverse and comprehensive ideation, pushing beyond conventional boundaries.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JULY 19, 2024

The lean startup approach introduces a more dynamic and resource-efficient strategy. Such real-world input is crucial for deciding whether to persist with your current strategy, tweak your idea, or abandon the project altogether. and more articles from the EO blog.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 19, 2024

Who better than our EO community to offer creative strategies for mitigating the adverse effects of stress? I created Dory as a unique stress-reduction strategy to help me understand and improve my mental state. Recognizing the toll on my health, I had to get creative. My strategy?

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Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 31, 2015

Many people with ADD don’t work well in corporations & with bureaucracy, people with ADD have a bias towards action, people with ADD often speak up & take action and have strong bursts of creativity. I can’t write a blog post and then wait 3 days to publish. Of course you should go on your own journey of discovery.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Enhance your self-discipline with these tips: Make habit-forming a priority by using apps or strategies like the 21-day rule. Change your strategy. Unwavering creativity. From Apple and Nike to Uber and Facebook, many of the world’s most recognized brands were born from a creative idea. Stay positive. Take a walk.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 1, 2020

Every day—perhaps every hour—you feel forced to reset your expectations, your goals and your strategy. Lean on industry peers for creative ways to support your staff and stay informed about the latest laws and resources in your area. • Will you survive? How long can you support your team?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JUNE 19, 2024

Navigating Tough Financial Times Managing finances during this period was an exercise in frugality and creativity. It was a brute-force strategy, devoid of any fairy-tale twists, but it was effective. and more articles from the EO blog. Weren’t entrepreneurs tired of the golden handcuffs of venture capitalists and bankers?

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 11, 2020

Contributed by Ross Drakes , an entrepreneur and creative director based in Johannesburg, South Africa. Even though my company, Nicework, was reeling, the one piece of our strategy that survived the shutdown was the idea of strategic giving. He joined the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) in 2013. It is not long or complicated.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 4, 2020

Then we ensure that our website content, such as pillar pages, subcategory pages and blogs, is up-to-date before we map out the various posts across our channels to support this vertical. Planning includes coming up with creative content and implementing it with the right timing. “We “Our approach is multi-faceted,” Robert expains.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 9, 2021

It turns out, though, that being a safe and selfless self often drained my energy, creativity and productivity. Not adding complementary and creative skills. and more articles from the EO blog. . The post Why being selfish is a good thing appeared first on THE BLOG. An energy-draining leadership flaw. Being too close.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 15, 2024

Don’t miss our previous posts on How to Protect Your Mental Health When Starting a Business and 5 Strategies To Change Your Inner Dialogue From Critic to Advocate and 3 Steps to Safeguard Your Mental Health and Become a Better, More Effective Leader. I was more fearful, less creative, more reactive, and completely exhausted.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

JANUARY 21, 2022

Maybe your brand has a negative association with certain consumers , or you’re expanding in a way that no longer makes sense with your current branding strategy. and more articles from the EO blog. . The post 5 signs it’s time to rebrand your business appeared first on THE BLOG.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Katty Douraghy, EO US Central Bridge, president, Artisan Creative. We talked strategy and EOS on the chairlift. We cooked and ate meals together, played games, plus of course, we did strategy and planning work. For teams like ours that require creative thinking and collaborative engagement, it feels like the optimal model. “We

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

OCTOBER 24, 2018

Your bookstore is going to be a hub for your city’s creatives, a place where local artists congregate and exchange ideas. The post Proven Strategies for Brainstorming Business Names appeared first on THE BLOG. The wine bar offers casual service and a cozy, inviting environment.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Is your company looking for creative ways to stand out and connect with your target audience? While traditional marketing methods and GTM (go-to-market) motions continue to be used, there’s a new strategy you can tap into — the branded podcast. and more articles from the EO blog. Podcasts have a lot of upside for marketers.

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Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative

JULY 16, 2021

Using social media to promote your organization has become one of the most important strategies and skills an entrepreneur can have. Despite the fact that his customers are often hundreds of miles away, David finds ways to stay engaged with them via YouTube , Spotify playlists, Instagram , Twitter, and Facebook, and through a blog.

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Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 19, 2014

and Petri was co-founder and head of creative at Remedy Entertainment that launched the hit PC games Max Payne and Alan Wake. But since I have a blog and the history of my falling in love with Andrew & Petri’s vision was public and is relevant to how we make decisions I wanted a chance to tell all of their stories.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

When setting your vision, initiatives and strategy for 2021, keeping your business open and finding creative ways to bring in revenue will be essential. The post How to build a pandemic-proof business plan for 2021 appeared first on THE BLOG. So, as you work on your plan for 2021, don’t fall into tunnel vision.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Are you brainstorming a marketing strategy or quarterly plan and feeling fresh out of new ideas? The fresh air may not only help you out of your creative rut, but it can also provide inspiration for better collaboration and communication. Or, if it starts to rain, you may need to explore creative ways to seek shelter.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

APRIL 26, 2024

At my core, I am a creative, and I love bringing original ideas to life. Entrepreneurship, fast growth, and change fed my creative itch. and more articles from the EO blog. The post From Startup To Life-Changing Exit – The 4 Secrets Behind Ruby Receptionists’ Amazing Success first appeared on The EO Blog.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

MAY 26, 2020

2 core value: Creative Thinkers, All Jobs, All Roles. While PPE masks may not seem creative, we have put our creative stamp on them by adding fun prints, brands and sayings to what otherwise is a fairly common surgical mask. In the coming months we will be delivering masks to restaurants, mini marts and retail stores.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Using video content as part of your digital marketing strategy can be very profitable. Whether it is an animated explainer or a testimonial, using video to leverage your marketing strategy brings a lot to the table. and more articles from the EO blog. Wrapping Up And there you have it!

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Keith Roberts, founder and creative director at Zenman. A version of this article originally appeared on Kym Huynh’s blog. and more articles from the EO blog. . appeared first on THE BLOG. Transition completely to virtual and focus on profit vs. revenue.

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Feedough

APRIL 6, 2021

Undercover marketing or stealth marketing is a marketing strategy where a company markets their product in a subtle and ‘hidden’ way, such that the consumers don’t realise that it is a marketing ploy. Undercover Marketing Strategies. The blog was very well received by the public and gained an enormous following.

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Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 20, 2010

Because more technology people probably read startup blogs I’m guessing this post will come under more scrutiny. They’re highly creative. new features need to be rolled into PR strategies and competitor analyses. - Often I’m asked by startup CEO’s about how to best build an engineering team.

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Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 6, 2010

Since I answer this all the time anyway I thought it might make an interesting blog post. I worked nearly a decade as a consultant – first building large scale IT systems and then doing strategy consulting. Writing this bl0g – This blog is a huge creative outlet for me. That’s true. I love it.

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Entrepreneurs' Organization

AUGUST 19, 2022

Instead of completely removing humans from the equation, incorporating human insights and creativity can improve how you act on the data and glean important insights to create more personalized experiences and a competitive edge. Here are four brand strategies to cultivate a human connection in marketing. Move past data. Optimization.

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