Kevin and Jackie Freiberg

Limitations!

Patti — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:58:21 +0000

We all know limitations can block innovation. But are our limitations real or perceived? It used to be cool to say perceptions are reality, well the truth is, perceptions are perceptions, they may not be accurate and they may be limiting!

To innovate we need to create new realities this short video inspired us to push through limiting perceptions.

What perceived realities do you need to rethink?

Kevin & Jackie
Speaking on Leadership, Innovation, & Global Trends…

Creating the BEST places where the BEST people can do
their BEST work to make the world BETTER.

Contact E: info@freibergs.com
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Leadership Resources:
Hire People Who Don’t Suck!
Leadership is a Gift!
Seven Minutes of Mind Blowing Innovation!
Yin and Yang of Leadership
“What if”
Change This: Innovate or Perish!

Innovators as Entrepreneurs!

Patti — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 17:40:45 +0000

Are you obsessed with an idea? Innovators, like entrepreneurs, are so obsessed with bringing an idea to life they lose track of time, they connect crazy dots, and they engage and draw from a collection of talents. Read an interview where Jim Clifton, Chairman of Gallup, offers a powerful plug for making America the beacon for innovators and entrepreneurs in every industry.

Kevin & Jackie
Speaking on Leadership, Innovation, & Global Trends…

Creating the BEST places where the BEST people can do
their BEST work to make the world BETTER.

Contact E: info@freibergs.com
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Mentors Inspire Innovation!

Patti — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 17:40:27 +0000

We’ve shared with numerous clients over the years, mentoring will accelerate your journey to “better” and the right mentor gives you the freedom to bring your ideas, talents, skills and innovations to life. Chip Bell offers helpful insight on what it takes to mentor.

What do great mentors do that helps birth innovation? They guide without guilt; facilitate without critique. They practice the fine art of acceptance.
Read Chip Bell’s blog here.

We can help to grow your leadership brand in partnership or on your own.

Kevin & Jackie
Speaking on Leadership, Innovation, & Global Trends…

Creating the BEST places where the BEST people can do
their BEST work to make the world BETTER.

Contact E: info@freibergs.com
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Notable Commencement Speeches!

Patti — Tue, 28 May 2013 17:40:42 +0000

If you are a recent graduate or know one, here are a series of notable commencement speeches worth reading and sharing!

Kevin & Jackie
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Creating the BEST places where the BEST people can do
their BEST work to make the world BETTER.

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Accelerating Your Journey to Better

Patti — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:40:51 +0000

Leadership and innovation are life long journey’s headed for better. What are you doing to grow your leadership brand and inspire curiosity, growth and innovation in your pocket of the organization?

Kevin & Jackie
Speaking on Leadership, Innovation, & Global Trends…

Creating the BEST places where the BEST people can do
their BEST work to make the world BETTER.

Contact E: info@freibergs.com
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Innovation is about NEXT Practices

Patti — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:40:12 +0000

Is your Dr. prescribing Apps? If not she should be.

Dr. Eric Topol, based at San Diego, Scripps Hospital, is one of the most innovative thinkers out there.

Listen to what Dr. Topol has to say, he doesn’t think best practice, he thinks NEXT practice, as all innovators should.

Kevin & Jackie
Speaking on Leadership, Innovation, & Global Trends…

Creating the BEST places where the BEST people can do
their BEST work to make the world BETTER.

Contact E: info@freibergs.com
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Ah ha continued!

Patti — Tue, 07 May 2013 16:56:59 +0000

As we suggested a few weeks ago, “walking away” is a great strategy for accelerating the ah ha. Here are a few more ideas on how to spark the flames of creativity.

Studies actually show a link between the color green, creativity, and clarity. If you want to think creatively…surround yourself with the color green!

When you let your mind drift it can clear a path to inspiration. Whether it’s daydreaming, a change of scenery, or doing something mindless or routine, letting your mind wander is a useful strategy.

A lot of great ideas happen at transition times. Falling asleep; just waking; showering; jogging; or driving home after a long day can lead to the long awaited ah ha. Keeping a note book or smart phone nearby is a good idea.

And although it may seem counter intuitive, try to confuse your brain. If you’re a morning person, try thinking about your challenge in the evening. If you’re a night owl you may gain a fresh and better perspective by tackling it in the morning.

If creativity is your goal, break your routine.

Kevin & Jackie
Speaking on Leadership, Innovation, & Global Trends…

Creating the BEST places where the BEST people can do
their BEST work to make the world BETTER.

Contact E: info@freibergs.com
Follow us on Twitter for more on Lshp

Leadership Resources:
Hire People Who Don’t Suck!
Leadership is a Gift!
Seven Minutes of Mind Blowing Innovation!
Yin and Yang of Leadership
“What if”
Change This: Innovate or Perish!

Lululemon, Innovation and Wellbeing

Patti — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:40:24 +0000

Lululemon Athletica, it is not just a store, it’s a lifestyle. Christine Day, CEO and her team of brand ambassadors are disrupting the retail experience (it’s stores sell for nearly $2000/sq.ft).

Lululemon wants to inspire healthy communities by being a hub of conversation, connection, engagement and overall well-being (fit body and mind).

Most retailers sell a brand this way; “Come into our stores, buy, wear, use our stuff and Be Cool.”

LuLulemon is selling a brand identity with an innovative twist. At Lululemon, the brand says, “You’re pretty cool already, we want to be your partner in bringing out your best possible self.” In store community boards provide conversation hubs for yoga classes, running clubs, goal setting workshops, and aspirational postings.

Since obesity is on the rise and engagement and connection are on the decline, we think Lululemon is innovating in the right direction. What can you do to create a hub of conversation to innovate around well-being, engagement and loyalty?

Kevin & Jackie
Speaking on Leadership, Innovation, & Global Trends…

Creating the BEST places where the BEST people can do
their BEST work to make the world BETTER.

Contact E: info@freibergs.com
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Innovation thru Empathy!

Patti — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 17:30:25 +0000

We just completed a day long event with Tampa General Hospital (TGH) entitled “NUTS About the Patient Experience.”

So often the routine of our day blinds us to the little things that matter! And when we lift off the blinders and NOTICE, we are more likely to discover powerful service innovations that create great experiences.

Innovation is key to enhancing the patient experience, customer experience and guest experience, alike. Watch this 4 min video with your team, it demonstrates the power of empathy as a tool for innovation.

What do you need to NOTICE (see, hear and feel more clearly) so you too, can come up with subtle, but powerful service innovation in your company?

Kevin & Jackie
Speaking on Leadership, Innovation, & Global Trends…

Creating the BEST places where the BEST people can do
their BEST work to make the world BETTER.

Contact E: info@freibergs.com
Follow us on Twitter for more on Lshp

Leadership Resources:
Hire People Who Don’t Suck!
Leadership is a Gift!
Seven Minutes of Mind Blowing Innovation!
Yin and Yang of Leadership
“What if”
Change This: Innovate or Perish!

Confuse the Brain

Patti — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 17:40:20 +0000

Innovation requires you to expand your creativity. Take a weekly journey out of life’s comfortable routine. How?

Confuse the brain, break your routine.

How do you do that?

Listen to music you wouldn’t normally listen to;

Watch a speech of a politician you don’t support—w/an eye for learning;

Read books, follow bloggers and watch movies to gain creative new insights and ideas;

Have dinner with someone you wouldn’t normally socialize with;

Listen for comments and opinions that are radically different and even opposed to your own;

Resist judgement. Put yourself in another person’s place. Walk in their shoes. Understand their prospective.

The goal is to observe and learn. Creativity and new ideas are often seen when we step out of our routine and confuse the brain. Maybe this story will motivate you even more.

Kevin & Jackie
Speaking on Leadership, Innovation, & Global Trends…

Creating the BEST places where the BEST people can do
their BEST work to make the world BETTER.

Contact E: info@freibergs.com
Follow us on Twitter for more on Lshp