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Re: Can You Fake Creativity?

Jena Isle — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 04:57:56 -0000

This is an interesting concept, Helen. May be that faking creativity is creativity itself. :D
I like most the connection you've made with creativity and spirituality.

Being spiritual, indeed, brings out the genuine you, and hence, creativity.

Re: Closing Doors versus Burning Bridges

Stan Bush — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 07:52:00 -0000

If there are regrets in some of my decisions.. this is one of them. Not a huge one, but it does raise it's head from time to time. My personality is to give, give, and then give some more.
The reverse of that is "when I'm done.. you can stick a fork in me.". There's more to this than can be expressed in a a comment.. but this is a good series.

Re: Are You Employable? Prove it.

Stan Bush — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 07:46:57 -0000

Good points here as well Helen. I still struggle with this from time to time, but am getting better. I think the opportunity within the corporate world is that you can shield yourself from view somewhat, when necessary. Self employment does not allow for that.
It's one thing to say "I can be my own boss." by choice, and quite another because you don't "play well with others." Good post

Re: You’ve Left Your Job, Now What? Good Habits for the Newly Self-Employed

Stan Bush — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 07:42:31 -0000

Yep. I feel all 7 of these. I need the meetups and get invited to plenty of them, but am guilty of using online stuff as sorry substitutes for the real thing.

Re: Addressing Regrets

Stan Bush — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 07:38:37 -0000

The takeaway.. "In the end, realize that lost time is irrecoverable and irreversible. No one can ever get lost time back."

Re: How To Decide If Leaving Your Job Is Right For You

Stan Bush — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 07:34:29 -0000

Just a short "this is a good article" so that I can stay focused on the series... Yes.. I have the same issues on decisions.. sometimes. Not always, but let's just say my wife refused to go shopping with me anymore.

Re: Testing a Diet Coke Rumor

Stan Bush — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 16:53:51 -0000

I hadn't heard that rumor. Since you used paper towels though, I felt like I needed to search and see if there were any others that had tried this. It turns out that everyone says it will not disolve bacon.
BUT... here is something that I know to be true. If you really want to see some nasty stuff, find out from the guy that delivers cokes what store is using the 'coke in a box' formula. Then go clean the pipes of that machine. It may not stop you, but it will make you think!

Re: Common Responsibilities That Creative People Feel

Stan Bush — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 18:34:17 -0000

Great post. This speaks to me
We are human and our work, both directly and indirectly, reflects our humanity.

Re: Pixels, a Pretzel, and Purpose.

dianebrogan — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 19:33:03 -0000

Wow! Helen, that is awesome! Great job writing about a pretzel.

Re: What do I know (about leaving the comfort of a “stable” job)?

Stan Bush — Sun, 29 Jul 2012 22:01:01 -0000

Let's DO THIS!!!! :-)

Re: The Importance of Having Something To Say

Facebook Timeline Covers — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 08:25:12 -0000

Good photographers are storytellers. Often the story
of the photograph is not seen and interpreted by the viewer exactly as
the photographer intended it,

Re: "Who Killed The Electric Car"

Hybrid Cars — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 18:13:36 -0000

Great i like this movie trailer!!! :)

Re: Simple and Effective: "Car Wash for Peace"

car detailers — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 01:37:21 -0000

Great website cool article man.

Re: Start With the Message

Elaine — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 07:51:20 -0000

Hi Helen, Great post. I have a confession! I'm rather slow on the uptake so your excellent point that an "old familiar piece of information unexpectedly triggers a new connection for you" has a different meaning for me: I need to do the same thing for a while before I really and truly "get it". Your article hits home in this regard, for me and surely for others who don't always fully grasp something the first few times they hear it. Then we take action! Elaine

Re: The Most Important Thing

figmentations — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 23:44:58 -0000

Thanks, Elaine. I hadn't thought about applying some of these points outside of business, but you're right, all can apply quite well in other areas, too. And, yes, that footprints quote caught my attention, too. The more I explore this Purpose topic, the more I'm seeing this process as being about opening up rather than narrowing down options/choices. Thanks for stopping by. :)

Re: The Most Important Thing

Elaine — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 07:46:16 -0000

Helen, This is excellent. One can apply these concepts to any and every aspect of their lives, business life included. I love the phrase "if you don't like your footprints, change your shoes". Great job! Elaine

Re: What If “What Mattered Most” Didn’t?

Helen Hoefele — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 21:40:48 -0000

A belated Thanks for the comment, Collin. Glad to have someone to explore with. Now I have to take my own advice as well. Looking forward to seeing more of you online.

Re: 8 Gatejumper Tips Heard at the Writers Digest Conference

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Re: What If “What Mattered Most” Didn’t?

Collin Kromke — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 15:20:13 -0000

I haven't been writing much for my new blog because I've been using the excuse that nobody's reading it anyway, so your "what if readership didn't matter" question really hit home with me. Of course, now that Chris linked to my blog (and yours), I'm compelled to prove I can do it, because I assume a few people might be counting on me now! Thanks for a great post, Helen.

Re: Purpose at Work

Steve — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 03:37:07 -0000

Hey Helen,

I think that the majority of people are working in jobs that they don't really care about - the outcomes are the the employer makes some money and that's about it. We get paid to show up and do a job - if we care then it's a bonus.

I guess there's two sides to this: 1. People enjoy their work/company and strive to produce excellent work and 2. the company's product/service changes and/or helps people and employees can get behind that.

Great article.

Re: What If “What Mattered Most” Didn’t?

figmentations — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 23:58:48 -0000

Thanks for stopping by and for letting me know how you found me; I hadn't realized that CB had tweeted about my post. Thanks for posting your link, too. You are very talented. Glad to see I'm not the only one who's had these thoughts. Interesting how we each express our thoughts differently. Wishing you all the best!

Re: What If “What Mattered Most” Didn’t?

figmentations — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 23:55:31 -0000

Re: What If “What Mattered Most” Didn’t?

Corey Koehler — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 16:01:30 -0000

Great post and since you asked here's my answer.

I wrote a song about it (no kidding). It is called "Perfect Ten".

At the risk all being a self promoting troll I am posting the link if you want hear it.
http://music.planetcorey.co...

P.S. Thank Chris Brogan for introducing be to your stuff.

Re: Complexity is Relative

Sidney — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 22:46:44 -0000

I think I generally see it pretty simple; black/white, etc. I just think some people try to make it complex as they try to manipulate etc.
When you keep it simple, life is good!! :)

Re: Purpose at Work

Helen Hoefele — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 20:43:53 -0000

I would agree. From my job, I've learned a lot about goals, decision-making, work-styles, people, etc. I could probably make an even longer list if I gave it some time. I can see how these things can even help me in my personal ife.