Category Archives: Inspiration

Inspiration first

Posted on June 2, 2011 by David

Inspiration – from the Latin inspirare – “in” + spirare  “to breathe”. A definition from c. 1300 has it as “immediate influence of God.” A more modern definition has it as a noun, “stimulation or arousal of the mind, feelings, etc, to special or unusual activity or creativity.” To write a post on … Continue reading →

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From Innovation to Inspiration

Posted on June 1, 2011 by David

Many thanks to you, the reader, for your contributions during the month of May. It was a record setting month for blog visits. For that, I am humbled and grateful. What inspires you each day to be the best for … Continue reading →

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A month of Innovation – Day 21

Posted on May 21, 2011 by David

“I’d rather entertain and hope that people learn, than teach and hope that people are entertained.” —Walt Disney When I call a business/store/restaurant/other company, I want to know who I’m talking to. Do you have a script or a greeting … Continue reading →

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A month of Innovation – Day 1

Posted on May 1, 2011 by David

“Of all the things I’ve done, the most vital is coordinating those who work with me and aiming their efforts at a certain goal.” Walter Elias Disney (1901-1966) He was an ordinary man with an extraordinary vision. May is being dedicated … Continue reading →

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Inspiration vs. Motivation

Posted on February 1, 2011 by David

What’s the difference? They both call for action. I once read that motivation makes you work just enough not to get fired. Inspiration makes you work hard enough to fire your boss. Did the public humiliation of the stocks work … Continue reading →

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