Today, we will delve into a fascinating topic that’s as intriguing as it is pervasive: the Halo Effect. We’ve all experienced this cognitive bias, whether we’re aware of it or not. Grab a cup of your favourite beverage, sit back, and embark on this enlightening journey together. What is the Halo Effect? The Halo Effect, …
The Role of Constraint and Creativity in Business Innovation “Think outside the box.” It’s a phrase we’ve all heard, and it’s become a bit of a cliché in the business world. It’s often interpreted as a call to throw out all the rules and let your imagination run wild. But is that really the best …
How events and event professionals can lead change “Our entire world is moving at breakneck speed!” – anyone paying attention. It feels like we are constantly experiencing ecological, political, social, and, most apparent, economic changes. All these impact business strategy and are felt strongly by those in business events in particular. Integrating Design Thinking and …
When a “Sure Boss” becomes a silent killer of innovation Ah, malicious compliance. It’s a term that might sound like an oxymoron, but it’s a real phenomenon that can have severe implications for business innovation. But before we dive into the nitty-gritty, let’s make sure we’re all on the same page about what malicious compliance …
a way of seeing the world and talking about it… for good and bad Have you ever come upon the term ‘Framing Effect’? No, it’s not about selecting the perfect filter for your Instagram post. It’s a psychological marvel that can be a game-changer in business and team dynamics. Think of it as a potential …
It’s All About Knowing the Audience Innovation is the lifeblood of any thriving business. But it’s not just about having brilliant ideas. It’s about how we communicate these ideas and, crucially, with whom we communicate. Let’s be honest. How you discuss innovation with your company’s leadership should differ from how you converse with the team …
I swear I keep seeing this cognitive illusion everywhere. Have you ever encountered a new piece of information, perhaps a word you’ve never heard or a concept you’ve just learned about, and then suddenly started noticing it everywhere? Or perhaps you played the game “punch bug”, also known as “slug bug” or “punch buggy”, which …
Excerpt from Intentional Event Design, Our Professional Opportunity The Importance of Questions “This cannot be overstated. Great design requires great understanding. This requires moving past assumptions and working from a place of true knowledge. Don’t just ask the obvious questions – demographic and psychographic information as examples of this. Ask “beautiful questions” – those with …
Maybe it’s a good idea to stop while you’re behind. The Sunk Cost Fallacy is a psychological phenomenon where individuals continue investing in a decision based on prior investments (time, money, or effort), rather than evaluating the current situation and future benefits. This fallacy can significantly impact decision-making in both personal and professional contexts. The …
Yes, I said it. Let’s move past the UnConference, the UnSession, and move from Un to “In” – Intentional that is. We have been hosting symposia, salons, festivals, events and conferences for thousands of years, and it is only in the last decade we invented the Un, as a response to ‘boring’ conferences. I am …