Of course we know that one size does not fit all. This can apply to: hats (of course) schools education plans (Singapore Math may work for some but not all…especially the parents) communication (ever have to rephrase something to get Read More …
Sometimes the littlest surprises are the nicest, and they make the biggest impression. The other day, it was pouring rain. I was running in and out of stores, looking for the right thing to wear to the wedding. The boutique Read More …
A weekend away in the woods can leave you feeling disconnected from work and demands of every day life at home. The normal hustle and bustle is gone. No internet. No “Hmm, what to make for dinner?” Nor wondering who Read More …
Thanks to education, sadly based on trademark infringement law, whenever I see a sign that says “We are the original.”, I say a quiet little prayer for the company. It is a defensive move and companies think that it is Read More …
I do believe that you should be consistent and clever in your branding but that doesn’t mean it can’t be easy. Simple Replicate-able Easily understood Memorable Distinctive Colorful Consistent Brands should be unique and able to be shared with your Read More …
Many of you, my peers and even younger, will think hmmm. The Children’s Channel. That’s PBS right??? Sure. It is (or it was when I was a kid.) Now it is YouTube, after Disney or Nickelodeon. My youngest watched PBS Read More …
Lots of things are best learned early – before you are set in your ways…but there is always hope for someone who is determined to try something new. Are you too old to learn how to do a cartwheel at Read More …
Most parents and many kids know the truth – that experience and those basic, childhood skills really matter to success later in life. Crawling – to get to a table to stand up (not just for toddlers…) Balance – gaining Read More …
For a while now, we have been in the age of the customer supplied materials and information. From shopping bags to product images and from item descriptions to performance ratings – retailers and service providers alike need to decide – Read More …
Set in your ways? Young and impressionable? Open minded? Any of these still allow for a change in perspective. If we are unwilling, unable or uncompromising – we can’t grow. If we are too willing, able or compromising – we Read More …