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Creating Everyday Moments of Genius

Creating Everyday Moments of Genius

We tend to think of genius as rare — a flash of brilliance from a lone inventor, artist, or visionary. But what if genius wasn’t a once-in-a-lifetime event? What if it wasn’t just for the chosen few? What if...

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Are you change-ready?

Are you change-ready?

You have heard it all before the 'world is changing.' Of course it is. The difference seems to be that it is continuously changing. And changing at a faster rate. It could be a tweet from the US president or...

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Is it time to reimagine genius?

Is it time to reimagine genius?

‘Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration.’ Thomas Edison (1847 – 1931) Is this still the case? Is it time to reimagine genius?  Thomas Edison was a prolific American inventor...

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Brainstorming based on the latest Brain Science

Brainstorming based on the latest Brain Science

It’s time to update how we think about brainstorming. For decades, brainstorming has been the go-to method for generating ideas. “Suspend judgment.” “Every idea is a good idea.” “No criticism allowed.” These...

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Switch Thinking instructions for your AI

Switch Thinking instructions for your AI

Many people have asked me can they use Switch Thinking with AI. My answer is of course a resounding yes. In fact, Generative AI such as ChatGPT can amplify and accelerate Switch Thinking. So here is a guide...

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Why switch your thinking?

Why switch your thinking?

Let's start with the basics. The idea of switching is not a new idea. Consider these examples: You can switch from attack to defence on the sporting field. You could switch jobs or careers. Or switch places...

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A fun, easy way to unlock your amazing mind

A fun, easy way to unlock your amazing mind

Rather than starting with what you don’t have, a new approach is to start with a new assumption. What if we all had an Amazing Mind? The key is to find a way to unlock this capability whenever and wherever you need it.

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Why is change so scary?

Why is change so scary?

I was thinking about making some changes in the New Year (as you do) and I wondered why is change for most people so scary. Perhaps it was me I thought. So I asked ChatGPT to rank the 10 most scariest words...

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“I used to like Edward de Bono tips for generating new ideas, however your 6 Switches framework is more accessible, structured and achievable.”

Alexis Haywood, Principal Consultant

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