Category Archives: entrepreneurship

Culture: Define and evolve your secret sauce

In my previous post, I talked about the definition of culture, its ingredients and how it supports your organization’s success. I concluded that: culture enforces and feeds what makes you successful; and culture is a living system that supports and … Continue reading

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Intrapreneurs: Navigate the corporate maze for innovation

How do you innovate within an established corporation? That is the dilemma of intrapreneurs. A company, regardless of its size, can become complacent, stalling innovation. This often happens after their first success, when all hands turn to process management for … Continue reading

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Highlights from Japan

We had a great visit to Japan. Kyoto was more beautiful than I remember, as cherry blossoms were everywhere. Tarkan (my 11-year-old son) and I had the opportunity to visit Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Himeji, Hiroshima, Miyajima and Tokyo. I have … Continue reading

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From idea to business concept blueprint in five steps

“An idea that is developed and put into action is more important than an idea that exists only as an idea.” –Buddha We all have ideas… They come out of nowhere: in the shower, while driving, over coffee, reading newspapers… … Continue reading

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Mediocrity can Thrive

That is, only if and when the market conditions are right. Such as living on a small island, where choices are limited and the only other option is to gamble and drive 30+ minutes for the chance of something better. … Continue reading

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