A Fresh Approach to Innovation
Ever been stuck with a problem or question that you just can't answer or turned into a massive debate? Take for example this question...
If a chicken says, "All Chickens are liars" is the chicken telling the truth?
Yes, it's kind of a random question, but do you know the answer? You're probably having a debate right now with your spouse or bestie, wasting precious time arguing over this stupid riddle. Just like you would when someone asks, "if a tree falls in the woods and no one is around to hear it, does it still make a sound?" Crazy.
STOP! Ever think about a fresh approach to innovation? What about bringing in someone younger. A 20 or 30 something, college grad, a savvy fifth grader who isn't too cool to talk to mom yet, or even a toddler? Sometimes the answers are so simple and yet as adults we complicate them to the umpteenth level. It's ree-donk-u-lous if you ask me. (And yes, I'm guilty of it too.)
Instead of paying hundreds of dollars to a coach or therapist or consultant or even yahoo! answers (hey, if it's not a trade secret, why not?!) to help you reach beyond your mindblock try seeking help outside the box and give some credit to us "young folk". I've got to admit - I feel like I've got ideas coming out of the wazoo. If only I could monetize those ideas! But alas, it feels great to "give them away" to someone in need and I find that I learn from them as well. Trust me - if you're one of those that has "been there, done that" a few times - we are eager to pick your brain too.
Oh, and by the way - chickens can't talk!
Read Peg's Blog to find out what she has to say on the subject of Euthanizing your business.
See you Thursday!
Hilairy