Thinking like a child is good for business!

... how do you get this doll out of the box?

Have you noticed how kids bring a vast amount of curiosity, excitement, faith and trust to Christmas? In an article, "Embracing childish things can lead to a new perspective in business", Harvey McKay suggests that these same attributes are also good for the development of a business.  Mr. McKay referenced a motivational speaker, Jim Rohn, who suggested "If you're too old to get excited, you're too old". 

My Grandma Gladys was one of the most curious people that I've known.  She lived to be 102 years old.  Even during her last years she liked to ask how we got down to see her, and what kind of car we drove.  She then joked, "Either you drive a Ford, or you can't afford". 

Curiosity, excitement, faith and trust... and also a healthy dose of humor is good for us all, whether we're in business or not.  I would also add, curiosity may kill cats, but it provides longevity for humans ;-)

Importance of daydreaming



Great Blue Heron... daydreaming of fishing?



Walking partner on bridge

To balance out an earlier blog entry on "mind-wandering", how about let's hear it for daydreaming!  An article in today's StarTribune by Harvey McKay, a very successful businessman, referenced a study that indicated high achievers think, fantasize and dream constantly about how to improve their performance and achieve their goals.  He recommended keeping a dream journal to keep track of ideas when sleeping at night or napping during the day.  Mr. McKay went on to advise the best way to make those dreams come true is to wake up and get to work ;-)



Tire tracks on road



I've been dreaming about making a waxing table for cross country skis for a week now.  I've done some research on models others have made, so now it is time to quite the dreaming and get it done!

A few pictures of the fresh snow this morning....

Snow on ice