The Uncommon Life

Uncommon sense for an unconventional life – A blog by Kent Healy

Tag Archives: innovation

14 Dec 2010

Common: When assuming the negative becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy. Uncommon: Before you started reading this article you had to assume at least one thing: That reading this would be worth your time.  Before you brushed your teeth this morning you … Read More

28 Aug 2010

Without imagination, we embark on a dangerous course of stagnation because knowledge in isolation, only reproduces past results (a rut many “knowledge-workers” fall victim of). Don’t undersell and under-utilize your natural creative potential to label yourself more comfortably as a “knowledge worker.” You are more than a informational regurgitator–and you need to be in order to increase your personal value in this new marketplace. In the future (which is upon us), creativity will be disproportionately rewarded. Read More

Be your own consultant or be fired

by Kent Healy, 7 comments.

22 Aug 2010

Companies rely on consultants to keep them honest and efficient. But relying on other people to keep your own performance high will make you expendable. Getting the most out of yourself is a personal responsibility and a crucial skill that we are typically taught. This article explores ways to become your own consultant to maintain an edge on your performance, innovation, and creativity. Read More

Welcome to the DGB community

by Kent Healy, one comment.

16 Jul 2010

I’m glad you found this blog.  You won’t be disappointed. As you can see, the DGBB is still an infant, but has plans of growing up very quickly and I hope you decide to join us on this journey into … Read More