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Idea-Makers List (November 2011)

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Idea-makers are people who implement their concepts and passions well. At the beginning of each month, I highlight some of these idea-makers that I’ve connected with the previous month through conversations and/or meetings. You may know some of these individuals already, but I’m sure there will be others that you should get to know! Here’s my November list of idea-makers:
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Catalyst Atlanta Does It Again

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The Catalyst Conference in Atlanta (October 5-7, 2011) is an annual gathering of 13,000+ young leaders who desire to take leadership to a new level. Speakers including the likes of Seth Godin, Malcolm Gladwell, Tony Dungy, Soledad O'Brien, Scott Belsky, and Daniel Pink have been a part of past gatherings. It's one of the rare faith-based events that welcomes voices...
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Idea-Shaping: From Brainstorm to Reality

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I recently had the privilege of writing a feature article for Outreach Magazine (January/February issue) about idea-making. In it, I share the following 7 principles for taking ideas to implementation:
  • Yes, Implementing an Idea is Hard Work
  • The Most Potent Obstacles to Idea-Shaping Lie Within Us
  • Spatial Ideation Must Be Considered in the Process
  • Writing It Down Gives Perspective
  • A Creative Process is...
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