Half Baked - March 23rd, 2004

Half-Baked

March 23rd, 2004

Jan Suchomski
Creative Realist
BizSmart

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Welcome to the March 23rd issue,

Thanks for being here!

This issue's map includes some info on one of the many ways I work with clients. You might already know this, but just in case... :-)

Enjoy,

Jan
jans@bizsmart.net

In this issue:

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Mind Map: MindManager® Training Options

Uses: To get an overview of different MindManager Training options I'm currently offering.

Background: I know, you've heard it before. But really, do you truly understand what I do? Yes, in addition to creating these really cool maps, I also train people on the software that I use to create them. Next class is May 3rd. Join me.

How to: Click on the image above and see an expanded version via a web page. Email me here if you have MindManager and would like the "live" version of this map.

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Feature Article: Sneaking OUT

Last week, I went to see the world premier of LEAP on the Hertz Stage at the Alliance Theater. I had no idea what the show was about, but I really liked the title. (And of course the tickets were a gift, so who could pass them up!)

The theater was very small and intimate. I'm guessing about 150-200 seats. About half way through the performance - when the lights were low - a couple got up and "sneaked out".

My initial assumption was that they did not enjoy or were even offended by the show. Then I realized that I had "jumped to a conclusion" without considering other possible reasons. I quickly came up with a list of other possible reasons:

1. a medical emergency

2. a simple discomfort with the seats

3. they were late to the last performance, so they just wanted to catch the beginning (unlikely, no late seating)

4. a feeling of claustrophobia

5. they double booked the evening and had another "more important" engagement (who knows?)

6. one of them noticed their socks didn't match, and wanted to leave while it was dark so no one would see! (joke, couldn't help myself)

I considered these other possibilities, then returned to my initial assumption. They simply didn't like or were offended by the show!

My fabricated reason suited me just fine. As I continued to think about this, I began to feel inspired!

I was inspired because the show was clearly not for everyone, yet that fact didn't stop the conception, creation, and delivery! I was inspired because the show took some very untraditional perspectives, and that was and is risky.

I was inspired because at the risk of offending someone, it clearly offered a perspective or view that was quite different than mainstream.

Now, just so I'm clear. Perspectives, views or actions that in any way harm others, mainstream or not, are not what I'm suggesting. I'm applauding guts, courage, and an inner voice made visible in the world.

Lets face it - we all have opinions, beliefs, and inklings. Yet, how often are you willing to put them out into the world?

I'm going to repeat this (I think this is used in writing for emphasis) and I ask you to take a moment and think it through.

How often are you willing to put your opinions, beliefs, and inklings out into the world in the form of words or actions?
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OFTEN ENOUGH?
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Let this be your "casting call" of sorts. It is your life. You are the only one who can do this for YOU!

Finally, as I was leaving the building after the show, I overheard an elderly woman mention she "wasn't quite sure she understood" a good portion of the performance.

Ah, some people not getting it. Some people getting it. Others getting offended. And yet others being inspired. All LIKELY when you put your opinions, beliefs, and inklings into the world.

What are you waiting for?

p.s. If you want support in doing this, feel free to email me.

Creativity Quote

"The one thing you can't order from Amazon.com is a great idea."

- Linda Kaplan Thaler and Robin Koval in Bang! Getting Your Message Heard in a Noisy World

A Picture

Being able to see different perspectives is a great asset!

Please send me your interpretations of this picture to picture032304@bizsmart.net. I will compile the listing of the most thought provoking and publish in the next issue of Half-Baked.

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What does this picture
represent to you? comment here

Comments on picture in the March 9th issue:

"a modern version of a bright idea!"

"Modern but sterile, bereft of any emotion. It appears to be a florescent hanging light, bulbs protected by a cage. Reminded me of the movie, Logan's Run, actually..."

" A light behind bars?"

Shorts

1) Today (Tuesday) I'm spending the day with my 4 year old niece. Apparently last week she put a peppermint up her nose so should I hide my candy? ;-)

2) Has TACO BELL's hot sauce (hot or extreme) become less flavorful over the years or has my tolerance just increased? I don't find them spicy AT ALL.

3) If you measure something, and it is "beyond" your scale (lets say more than your highest measurement) is it really that extreme or is your scale faulty? (abstract, I know)

4) If you have a tax refund coming, please feel free to use it on my services.

Thanks for reading - see on April 13th!

p.s. Please help me grow my readership - encourage others to subscribe!!!!!

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