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This pic was taken in the lobby of Ted Mason Homes in Boise, Idaho. Most businesses have a bell with a sign that says "Please ring bell for service." They have a gong with a sign that reads: "Please ring gong for service. Don't be shy!"
This nails #2 (Be Interesting) of my 5 Stupidly Simple Ideas. It is unexpected, quirky, and interactive. Having worked with them on their brand strategy, I see these same traits manifested in their homes, relationships, etc. Every business could have their version of the gong. What's yours?
I had the privilege of speaking at the Ultra Clean Smoke Out today. The main sponsor was Action Courier. It was great to hear their story and see the passion they have for their business and serving others. Also a great taco bar from Taco Time and coffee/tea provided by University of Phoenix. The Thornton Oliver Keller team did nice job of tossing the beans, rice, and cheese! As always, Brandon Wright and his team were awesome.
My topic was "5 Stupidly Simple Ideas". I figured they were blog worthy, so here ya go. http://thetricycle.com/2009/11/5-stupidly-simple-ideas/#
Note the link on #5 (Make a Deal). This is for our "One Audience Business Initiative" - a 30 day program that will help a business uncover under-served or under-sold audiences.

It would be interesting to break this down by independents, libertarians, and anarchists as well.
The video speaks for itself!
Today's "what were they thinking?" story ...
The park in front of the capitol building in Boise is covered with life size cut-outs of children holding cardboard signs promoting foster care. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
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Mike Rowe, the host of Discovery's "Dirt Jobs", provides 30 seconds of wisdom on judgement v experience. Mike is my kind of philosopher - a hands-on guy who appreciates the contribution of individuals regardless of their societal "status".