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    Re: invention


    2010 - 11.02

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    “Invention is a creative process. An open and curious mind enables one to see beyond what is known. Seeing a new possibility, a new connection or relationship can spark an invention. Inventive thinking frequently involves combining concepts or elements from different realms that would not normally be put together. Sometimes inventors skip over the boundaries between distinctly separate territories or fields. Ways of thinking, materials, processes or tools from one realm are used as no one else has imagined in a different realm.” ~ Wikipedia

    I wanted to open with invention, because I am attending The Reinvention Summit; a virtual conference on storytelling.  My new friend Michael Margolis has been working his ass off to make this happen and I am proud to support his efforts. I also look forward to watching and hearing all the great presentations.

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    rebels, jesters, believers, and thinkers


    2010 - 05.30

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    Posted in business | 4 Comments »

    We are building a game of value.  What does that mean?  We see a distinct need for a neutral and engaging way to get all of us talking about our values.  Here is some evidence of the gap identified at the world economic forum.  The people of this planet have many deeply held beliefs, values, and opinions and Gaia wants to create a value management system to help us discuss them.  The game part is in the mechanics, that filter and organize the content.  The more you help out, the more prominence and influence you will wield, to promote the values you have.  If this interests you, in even the slightest manner, we have a request.  Select one of the four factions below that resonates for you and take action.  Together we can shift the world and show our collaborative colors!

    Are you a rebel?
    Definition #2 To resist or defy an authority or a generally accepted convention.
    Rebels want freedom.  They want control over their destiny and choices.  They want freedom from authority, rules, and restrictions.  We love freedom and think our democracies would be much better served if we promoted and valued our rebels more.  Marc Emery is a rebel who is currently locked up for selling seeds (a heinous crime indeed).  What rule or authority are you railing against? (more…)

    progress happens


    2010 - 04.18

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    Posted in journal | 1 Comment »

    It has been a long two weeks. Here is a summary of what has been happening for me:

    1) I got my first business card printed.  My moms think it’s super, except the text is a bit tiny for their eyes.

    2) I joined a Single Founders Mastermind community started by Taweed at his community site, Braintrust.io. It’s been helpful to have somewhere to share thoughts that is more focused than my blog. In fact it’s helping me revamp my blog to be more focused too, or at least I hope so. (more…)

    I’m a nut


    2010 - 02.12

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    Posted in inspiration | 1 Comment »

    This is in response to the dancing guy commentary posted by @sivers.  Thanks Derek! It is very encouraging, to a nut like me, that this information be provided to potential followers.

    I am a nut.  There is no doubt about it, just ask my ex-girlfriend.  I’m more than willing to embarrass myself to make my dream come true, of that there is little doubt.  See my last post, for an example.  I have yet to lead a movement, or a crowd, as dancing guy did, but the time is coming.  Who knows maybe you’ll be my “first” follower? (more…)