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Welcome to the Competition to Win tickets to Ci2012 Deep Conversations!
Thursday, 9 August 2012
We are giving away two tickets to Ci2012 Deep Conversations this time. All you need to do is answer the question below.
We will pick two winners on Friday 24 August and the winners will receive Deep Conversations tickets valued at $125 each to hear from Geoff Mulgan (UK), Thomas Frey (USA), Scott Anthony (Singapore), Adam Kahane (Canada) and plenty more. Click here to learn more about the Deep Conversations from $125 & the Master Classes starting from $250.
The Question is “What are the major barriers to creativity and innovation? And how can they be managed?“
Post your comments below to be one of the winners for the amazing Deep Conversations!
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Leadership, Culture & Management Practices for a Super-Connected World
Wednesday, 8 August 2012
Steve Vamos is named in the top five most influential members of the Australian technology industry in successive years (2004 and 2005) by the Australian Financial Review, he is a non-executive Director of Telstra and the founding President of the Society for Knowledge Economics (SKE).
He is an information technology and online media industry leader who recognizes the challenges of operating in the connected and fast changing world of today. He is a great speaker on leadership, organizational performance and potential, innovation and digital strategies, and shares his personal views on the leadership, culture and management approaches needed in the face of the major global issues affecting the companies worldwide.
In his speech at Ci2011, Steve discusses what is needed to be done to confront the barriers of creativity, innovation and productivity. The major problem he highlights in his presentation is our need to always know “the answer” which is one of the greatest obstructions in the way of innovation. His key recommendation to the leaders is to be learners despite of being expertise in their fields, to always be open to new ideas and not to be control-oriented and self-centered. The best investment for the management is to bring out the best in its people and to frequently seek feedback from them. These are the bosses we require for a better and finer future.
Watch his stimulating video here
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iziquAnsPEM&feature=plcp[/youtube]
Meet Steve Vamos at Ci2012 where he will discuss the “wicked problems and challenges” organizations confront and the need for different leadership mindsets if we are to deliver the productivity gains and great work environments people are seeking.
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Book your early bird ticket today for Ci2012:
Tickets for our upcoming event Ci2012 (From 28 Nov-30 Nov) at Sofitel Melbourne On Collins, are now on sale at www.ci2012.com.au. Get in quick to register and take advantage of the early bird prices available.
A number of speakers for Ci2012 are interested in additional engagements during their stay in Australia which may include keynote speeches, workshops, breakfast, lunch and dinner sessions with boards, leadership teams and clients etc.
Enquiries and bookings for any speakers may be emailed to tania@creativeuniverse.com.au with proposed date, time, location and purpose of event. There is limited availability so please ACT quickly to secure time with one of these leading thinkers and innovators.
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The Evolution of Leadership
Saturday, 4 August 2012
Dr. Paddy Miller is a Professor based in Barcelona, Spain at IESE Business School, University of Navarra and he is also co-author of ‘The Innovation Architect” which focuses on the leadership of innovation in organisation.There is a lot of hype about the potential of innovation given the inter-connectivity of individuals and companies.In this presentation, Dr Paddy Miller focuses on four surprising insights on driving innovation that have been revealed through working with businesses that should have mastered most of the challenges of innovation on a global scale. Paddy Miller is not going to tell you how to innovate – he’s not interested in that. What he’s interested in is Innovation Architects. People who CREATE SPACE for innovation. Just being a good innovator isn’t enough.
Similarly, being a DOER without first being a THINKER isn’t enough. Is your organisation screaming “READY, FIRE, AIM”?
Take some advice from Paddy Miller… See excerpt from his Ci2011 keynote below.
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rukOllOTGFc&playnext=1&list=PL0329E7C20732CC7A&feature=results_main[/youtube]
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Book your early bird ticket today for Ci2012:
Tickets for our upcoming event Ci2012 (From 28 Nov-30 Nov) at Sofitel Melbourne, Collins Street, are now on sale at www.ci2012.com.au. Get in quick to register and take advantage of the early bird prices available.
10 scholarship places for emerging leaders are available & you can apply here:https://www.creativeinnovationglobal.com.au/Ci2012/scholarships/
A number of speakers for Ci2012 are interested in additional engagements during their stay in Australia which may include keynote speeches, workshops, breakfast, lunch and dinner sessions with boards, leadership teams and clients etc.
Enquiries and bookings for any speakers may be emailed to tania@creativeuniverse.com.au with proposed date, time, location and purpose of event. There is limited availability so please ACT quickly to secure time with one of these leading thinkers and innovators.
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How to be an Entrepreneur?
Thursday, 2 August 2012
It’s a question asked by many. How do you become an entrepreneur? Becoming an entrepreneur is easy. Becoming a successful one takes work. It’s more than just having a good idea.
Having established a number of successful businesses and social enterprises, I have made many mistakes, learned many lessons and experienced many victories. Here’s a breakdown of the attributes I believe one needs to make a good go of entrepreneurship and forge a sustainable and successful path.
Intelligence
How intelligent are you? You don’t need a PHD or even a degree but if you don’t have great instincts, intuition or street smarts, you are one step behind the eight-ball.
Imagination
As Einstein said: “Imagination is more important than knowledge.”
Optimism
You have to believe you can achieve what you set out to achieve and work to inspire others and those around you. Pessimism is a self-fulfilling prophecy.
Vision
Be a visionary. Begin with the end in mind and refuse to be tripped up or slowed down by over analysing your actions, neglecting to make decisions or from fear of obstacles. Tackle every task head-on and with gusto.
Creativity
Always trouble-shoot to find an answer, an alternative and new and improved solutions to problems you face.
“Can-do” attitude
Always find ways of make things work when others only see the problem they’re facing.
Courage
Courage is when your strength overcomes your fear and you dare to ‘ask’ for what you want, need or desire.
Persistence
You will rarely take no for an answer and when you receive a no you handle it with grace and charm.
Resilience
When you fall, you fall quickly but you always get up and try again.
Collaborative
You can bring together the right people to support your idea and make it happen.
Opportunistic
Luck comes to those who are constantly looking for new and existing opportunities.
Realism
Many great ideas never see the light of day. Be realistic about what is possible. Don’t expect to get rich quick.
Competitiveness
Without a competitive spirit you will fall by the wayside.
Future-looking
You are a game-changer. You keep up with future trends and believe the future is full of potential.
Now you’ve assessed the attributes you have or need to develop, here are some actions you should take to get started:
Make realistic assessments of the demand for your product, system, service or process.
- Devise a strategy and document it.
- Gather a diverse advisory board of trusted mentors, senior leaders and colleagues around you. Listen to their feedback and thank them for their support.
- Find the right people to be part of your team and consider innovative ways you will keep them engaged.
- Start implementing as soon as possible. Don’t be put off by nay-sayers.
- Monitor your progress, test and fail. Make appropriate adjustments as required.
- Borrow as little as possible and try to retain equity.
- Manage – don’t stress – about problems you face.
- Continue your own development. Upskill yourself and those around you.
- Remain focused and be positive and passionate about your project. Smile and have fun!
Celebrate your achievements and reward great ideas and innovation.
Tania de Jong AM is a leading soprano, inspirational keynote speaker and award-winning social entrepreneur and business woman. She is the founder of Creative Universe, an organisation that offers a range of Australia’s best performers, speakers and creative leadership and team building programs. These innovative programs have been designed to unlock the creative potential lying dormant within all of us. Tania is also Executive Producer of Creative Innovation 2012, which is a major conference that takes place in Melbourne each year. Tania can be contacted at tania@mtaust.com and more information can be found at www.creativeuniverse.com.au and www.ci2012.com.au
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World-renowned Leader Ervin Laszlo on how to deal with the Uncertainty
Wednesday, 1 August 2012
Ervin Laszlo is a world-renowned philosopher of science, systems theorist, integral theorist, and originally a classical pianist. He has published about 75 books and over 400 papers, and is editor of World Futures: The Journal of General Evolution.
In this video, he is in conversation with Tania de Jong (the Founder of CI Global) for our upcoming event Creative Innovation 2012. He shares his perception and insight on uncertainty in the world of today and how to prepare for that uncertainty. He asserts that the future is to be created, not to be predicted. So, we should organize ourselves to shape and create what we want it to be. He talks over some key traits which are fundamental to our future growth. In his opinion, sustainability is one of the greatest challenges of today’s world. We should work together to build a system of openness to connections. It is critical to promote collaboration instead of opposition because our current system is not capable of responding to the changes our world is facing.
Watch the video here:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slbNB-W2A0k[/youtube]
Book your early bird ticket today for Ci2012
Tickets for our upcoming event Ci2012 (From 28 Nov-30 Nov) at Sofitel Melbourne, Collins Street, are now on sale at www.ci2012.com.au. Get in quick to register and take advantage of the early bird prices available.
You can also win tickets to Ci2012 Master Classes valued at $250 each by simply answering the question below:
A number of speakers for Ci2012 are interested in additional engagements during their stay in Australia which may include keynote speeches, workshops, breakfast, lunch and dinner sessions with boards, leadership teams and clients etc.
Enquiries and bookings for any speakers may be emailed to tania@creativeuniverse.com.au with proposed date, time, location and purpose of event. There is limited availability so please ACT quickly to secure time with one of these leading thinkers and innovators.
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A Headset that Reads your Brain Waves
Saturday, 28 July 2012
Very little need be said about Tan Le’s presentation – the magic is in seeing it with your own eyes. This is real-life mind control. It requires no specialist knowledge from the user, takes only minutes to set up, is wireless and 100 x more affordable than any similar technology.
Tan’s EEG headset must be seen to be believed, and the implications it has for understanding learning disorders, behaviour, realising the fantasy of magic in a computer game, or controlling an electric wheelchair are mind-boggling.
The technology is inspiring. The possibilities are endless.
Watch Tan’s Presentation by clicking here:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KyvpJ1dDmgM[/youtube]
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Book your early bird ticket today for Ci2012:
Tickets for our upcoming event Ci2012 (From 28 Nov-30 Nov) at Sofitel Melbourne, Collins Street, are now on sale at www.ci2012.com.au. Get in quick to register and take advantage of the early bird prices available.
10 scholarship places for emerging leaders are available & you can apply here:https://www.creativeinnovationglobal.com.au/Ci2012/scholarships/
A number of speakers for Ci2012 are interested in additional engagements during their stay in Australia which may include keynote speeches, workshops, breakfast, lunch and dinner sessions with boards, leadership teams and clients etc.
Enquiries and bookings for any speakers may be emailed to tania@creativeuniverse.com.au with proposed date, time, location and purpose of event. There is limited availability so please ACT quickly to secure time with one of these leading thinkers and innovators.
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