How can you generate an idea if you do not know what an idea is? A simple definition brings clarity into words like ideas, creativity and innovation.

This is an expectation every one seems to have in most creativity workshops. So I ask the question “What is the box? How can you get out of it if you do not know what it is?” People share various views and thoughts but we do not get a definition that is simple and easy [...]

How do win business and influence people is a highly readable and practical business book. Tim’s 3 big ideas revolve around Knowledge, networking and compassion.
Compassion is the intriguing part and that is what makes this book different

“Challenging Assumptions” has become a cliche. Very few know how to do it well. Fewer know how to teach the technique as well as Edward De Bono.

The clock struck two as we entered our prospect’s office that afternoon. My team and I were pitching for new business from a very important client. We had got this appointment after chasing the client for nearly three months. We were presenting to the CEO, his marketing chief and a team of young brand managers. [...]

“Do you know how to create a wow?” Prasna asked me on the phone yesterday. “I think so.” “Have you created a wow, recently?” “I think so” “Can you then write a post on ‘How to create a WOW!’?” “Yes. Why do you want me to write about it?” “Because ‘wow’ has become a cliché [...]

I was in Bangalore those days. We had one of the leading hotels as our client. The General Manager introduced an interesting service guarantee for room service. It is somewhat like what Domino does now. If the room service order was not executed in 15 minutes, the guest did not have to pay. The General [...]

“Ah! You want to teach others how to write better. Don’t you think this is audacious?” “No Prasna. I am going to share a few tips about what I have learnt over the years. These are simple things everybody can use.” “Ok, then go on.” The Internet has changed the way people look at reading [...]

India introduced colour TV to the country in 1984. The biggest event to follow soon after TV going colour was Asian sports I think. We had a black and white TV at home. My wife was keen to get a colour TV if it was possible but I did not have the money to buy [...]

I have been doing this for nearly a year now. When I want to speak, I don’t. Instead, I listen. No, I do not count up to ten. I simply listen. In fact, I am not even waiting for my turn to speak. Like someone said, listening is not about keeping quiet, till your turn [...]