Precision

The details matter…when we’re trying to establish a noticeable standard. Being sloppy or careless rarely gets the sort of attention … More

Emerge

We need to grow, to move beyond our current state. It’s genetically baked into all of us. And while we … More

Flow requires movement, one thing passing another with minimal resistance. It almost seems effortless. But, we know it didn’t come … More

All the cars look nearly the same when viewed from 20,000 feet above. People are the same when seen from … More

We use them for shelter, often to shield us from something unwanted. They deflect whatever harmful element we’re trying to … More

It’s often hard to imagine what it takes to build something, to make something from scratch. We see the end … More

It doesn’t do its job effectively in the current resting state. It only works well when it’s stretched, taken to … More

Of course it might not work. This is precisely why it’s art. What are we willing to put out there … More

There’s something uplifting when looking skyward. Perhaps the openness makes everything seem possible. Seems like a good place to focus … More

Shadows are unique in that they often don’t represent the true picture…to us. Our perspective is skewed because we know … More

…might keep us from moving forward. But, we might discover new opportunities despite the constraint. How can we use boundaries … More

When should we let go? At which point is something worthless? When is salvaging a better option? The emotional cost … More

Institutions stand for something. They represent our values and culture. But, when they keep us from seeing something new, from … More

Excess demand strains the system. A line often signals imbalance and often a lack of resources. Or, perhaps the queue … More

Anticipating demand is one of the hard parts. Get good at it, and we have a huge advantage.

Attention is contextual too. If we’re about to go to the beach for a swim on a Summer day, we … More

A frame determines how we see the world. But, it’s up to us to imagine the possibilities beyond. Where can … More

A tight fit leaves little wiggle room, which translates into improved safety, less wear and damage. But, it’s inconvenient. It … More

Breaking something into smaller pieces can make it more useful. The same goes for teams, organizations and projects. Big isn’t … More

It rarely happens on its own. Uniqueness is formed, crafted, somehow made to be different. But, we also need to … More