On April 8, 2017, I had the honour of delivering my TEDx Talk at TEDxChilliwack, an official TEDx event on the topic “Future Shapers: The Minds of the Next Generation.” As a speaker, I spoke on the topic of imagination and creativity. Now that the video is available on YouTube, I thought I would share it […]
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Risk-Takers: What History Can Teach Us About World-Change
Risk-takers are the ones who change the world. Everything worth doing will come with some level of risk. The question is what do you want to do and how much are you willing to risk to accomplish that?
The Deprioritization of Creativity and Imagination in North America
A lot of people have asked about my recent audition for TEDxChilliwack, a TED-sanctioned speaking seminar being held in Chilliwack, BC. This year’s theme is “Future Shapers: The Minds of the Next Generation.” My talk is about fostering imagination and creativity in young people, and my audition focused on the systemic deprioritization of creativity and […]
Why You Need to Stop Focusing on Organizational Growth
Growth is an important part of almost any organization, but sometimes trying to grow can be more detrimental than it’s worth. Here’s why.
The Book Review You’ve Never Read
The book review you’ve never read about a principle that is vital to your success as a leader and a creative.
Three Steps to Inspiring Vision in Your Team
Are you, your team, or your organization struggling with maintaining or developing a vision? The good news is that you’re not alone; thousands, if not millions, of individuals and organizations are going through the same thing. The better news is that there is a solution.
Four Reasons Why You Should Stop Dreaming
When you live your life dreaming, you are focusing on the future at the expense of your present.
Four Ways that Strong Leaders Adapt to Change
Adapting to change can be the hardest thing you have to deal with as a leader, especially if you have to lead other people through a change.