The lost generation video on YouTube makes very compelling viewing.
I commend this 1 minute 44 seconds video to you. It renewed my trust that the future is in good hands. Watch it here
Be remarkable
Ian
Founder Differencemakers Community
Writer and International Business Speaker on how doing good is great for business
Wednesday 25 March 2009
Sunday 22 March 2009
Anna Bligh - first woman elected to high political office in Australia
Yesterday Anna Bligh become the first woman ever elected to high political office in Australia as the Premier of the State of Queensland where I live. She was not expected to win so comfortably if at all due to the fact, I suspect, that her party has been in office for 11 years, and we Aussies tend to dump political parties after that long regardless of who is leading them at the time.
Premier Bligh (I am not a member of her party or any political party) who took over the leadership 17 months ago, strikes me as an authentic person who stays on message no matter what. This is a key to leadership and making a difference, being authentic and staying on message. My key message is that doing good is great for business. Some who agree are a bit shaky taking action because of the financial crisis. Anna Bligh is a great example of "when the going gets tough, the tough get going".
If you are feeling frightened of doing what you know you must stay true to your yourself and your message, and you will triumph.
Be remarkable
Ian
Founder Differencemakers Community
Writer and International Business Speaker on how doing good is great for business
Premier Bligh (I am not a member of her party or any political party) who took over the leadership 17 months ago, strikes me as an authentic person who stays on message no matter what. This is a key to leadership and making a difference, being authentic and staying on message. My key message is that doing good is great for business. Some who agree are a bit shaky taking action because of the financial crisis. Anna Bligh is a great example of "when the going gets tough, the tough get going".
If you are feeling frightened of doing what you know you must stay true to your yourself and your message, and you will triumph.
Be remarkable
Ian
Founder Differencemakers Community
Writer and International Business Speaker on how doing good is great for business
Saturday 21 March 2009
The future according to Keith Suter and Thomas Moore
Futurist Keith Suter's podcast with author Thomas Moore is well worth a listen to.
Check it out here
Be remarkable
Ian
Founder Differencemakers Community
Writer and International Business Speaker on how doing good is great for business
Check it out here
Be remarkable
Ian
Founder Differencemakers Community
Writer and International Business Speaker on how doing good is great for business
Saturday 14 March 2009
Which organisations are truly making a difference?
Find out where the business world is headed, check out Fast Company’s top 50 most innovative companies The slideshare link makes interesting viewing.
What struck me was the number of companies who appear to be geniunely embracing doing good.
Contrast this Fast Company's list with Forbes latest top 100 so called best corporate citizens list here.
You may, like me, find the comments below the list more interesting than the list.
Be remarkable
Ian
Founder Differencemakers Community
Writer and International Business Speaker on how doing good is great for business
What struck me was the number of companies who appear to be geniunely embracing doing good.
Contrast this Fast Company's list with Forbes latest top 100 so called best corporate citizens list here.
You may, like me, find the comments below the list more interesting than the list.
Be remarkable
Ian
Founder Differencemakers Community
Writer and International Business Speaker on how doing good is great for business
Monday 9 March 2009
Introducing the Fabulous Dr Froth - entertainment and education combined
In the past 10 days I have had a wonderful time in mini retirement (thanks to Tim Ferriss for the concept in his great book ‘The 4-Hour Workweek’
I have been with my wife, daughter, and 7 year old grandson enjoying the delights of Fremantle and other places in Western Australia. On two occasions I was able to chat extensively with Dr Froth (alias Andrew Suttar, a long time friend of my daughter) about his marvelous and unique work with bubbles as a metaphor for life and work.
Andrew has given more 3000 presentations for children, business people, and folk from all walks of life worldwide. This number of presentations puts Dr Froth right up there with the very best presenters/educators. Check out this website for more details and consider Dr Froth next time you want someone to both entertain and educate your audience.
Be remarkable
Ian
Founder Differencemakers Community
Writer and International Business Speaker on how doing good is great for business
I have been with my wife, daughter, and 7 year old grandson enjoying the delights of Fremantle and other places in Western Australia. On two occasions I was able to chat extensively with Dr Froth (alias Andrew Suttar, a long time friend of my daughter) about his marvelous and unique work with bubbles as a metaphor for life and work.
Andrew has given more 3000 presentations for children, business people, and folk from all walks of life worldwide. This number of presentations puts Dr Froth right up there with the very best presenters/educators. Check out this website for more details and consider Dr Froth next time you want someone to both entertain and educate your audience.
Be remarkable
Ian
Founder Differencemakers Community
Writer and International Business Speaker on how doing good is great for business
Friday 6 March 2009
A great remedy to maintain staff engagement
My daughter Jessica works part time for Remedy, a natural homeware business with stores in Fremantle and Leederville, Western Australia. Each month, or more frequently in busy times, owners Joe and Mel buy breakfast for all their staff. The gathering is a time to connect with each other and is a great way to maintain staff engagement.
Be remarkable
Ian
International business speaker on why doing good is great for business
Founder Differencemakers Community
Be remarkable
Ian
International business speaker on why doing good is great for business
Founder Differencemakers Community
Sunday 1 March 2009
Differencemakers book - how doing good is great for business
I am very pleased to announce that my book Differencemakers - how doing good is great for business is now available.
It contains 142 possible actions you can choose to ensure your personal and business environmental sustainability, social responsibility, economic prosperity, and more.
You can purchase the eversion of the book here. for just $15.
Best wishes
Ian
Founder Differencemakers Community
It contains 142 possible actions you can choose to ensure your personal and business environmental sustainability, social responsibility, economic prosperity, and more.
You can purchase the eversion of the book here. for just $15.
Best wishes
Ian
Founder Differencemakers Community
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