March 4, 2010 - Did you ever take the time to ponder the power of change? The definition of the word “change” lists multiple meanings. Similarly, the power generated by change is multi-faceted. Changing the oil in your car regularly will prolong the engine life. Changing your hairstyle or type of clothing will transform your appearance.

Feb. 18, 2010 - I was at an executive brainstorming meeting the other day where we were to introduce ourselves and talk about our greatest highlight and greatest challenge that we had in 2009. Of the various executives in attendance from various industries, almost every one claimed that not having enough time was their greatest challenge.

Feb. 4, 2010 - I’m a Steve Jobs fan. This man invented two tech industries so far to his credit. He basically made CDs and Word Processors go out of business single handedly. He is the epitome of innovation at its finest. Anyone that can invent an industry (actually several), come to work in jeans and create a corporate culture that embraces employees’ innovation is my version of a modern Ben Franklin.

Jan. 28, 2010 - The Consumer Electronics Show held in January 2010 may eventually prove to be as important to the auto industry as this year’s economic recovery. The reason is that a full rebound of the industry depends on the willingness of auto companies to transform their product-development business model to incorporate the techniques that have enabled technology developers to thrive.

Jan. 28, 2010 - “Be not simply good – be good for something,” are the words of author and Naturalist, Henry David Thoreau. It seems almost ironic that customers and companies alike are making a stronger shift toward becoming sustainable due in part to our use of natural resources, escalating the harsh affects of global warming.

Jan. 21, 2010 - In an attempt to increase morale and productivity, organizations will attempt anything. I recently read an article in The Wall Street Journal (http://tinyurl.com/yc76a6g) about how to liven boring meetings. Leaders allowed crayons and water pistols for creating productivity. Such rote behavior is meant for recess, not productivity.