(338,1001003,'2012-07-12 08:31:09','2012-07-12 08:31:09','In June of 2009, I had an idea that it would be fun to share original ideas with friends in a place where we could all find them.  I blogged it as <a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2009/06/why-beoriginal.html\">Why #BeOriginal</a> to let my friends know.\r\n\r\nOver time, more and more people have shared great ideas.  But Twitter search does not last forever, so I am capturing some of my personal favorites here. (These are what was still available on search starting 9/5/2009.  There were many more that are now gone from search.)  Some are my own quotes so I won\'t forget them - but many are from my friends and colleagues who have joined in the fun of sharing original ideas.  I hope you enjoy them!\r\n\r\nSince September I have been collecting the \"BeOriginals\" each month, categorizing them, and sharing them with others to give credit to all of my friends who share their original ideas.  You will find them all on the <a href=\"http://beoriginalblog.wordpress.com/\" target=\"_blank\">#BeOriginal Blog</a>.  Be sure to check it out and subscribe to the feed so you get the update each month.\r\n\r\nMaybe you have favorite quotes from searching <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a> too?  Feel free to add them in the comments section at any time. (Special thanks to @<a href=\"http://twitter.com/mikemyatt\">mikemyatt</a> who inspired me to do this with his personal quote list that you can find <a href=\"http://bit.ly/olriT\">here</a>.)\r\n\r\nHere is a short selection of the thousands of #BeOriginal Quotes that have now been shared.\r\n<h4>Originals on Life and Attitude</h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/haforhope\"><img src=\"http://a1.twimg.com/profile_images/77497740/80_Ha_normal.jpg\" alt=\"80_ha_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/haforhope\">haforhope</a> \"It\'s Your Life: Live Life with a Mission.” -Ha Tran <a href=\"http://twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/haforhope\">haforhope</a>: \"If you don’t know your abilities and your limits, it’s much harder to make an honest promise and keep it.\"-Ha Tran <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d55970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335d2970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"49\" height=\"49\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: \"Don\'t settle for a broken cookie! Your life can be more than crumbs!\" Amilya Antonetti <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: \"Things you should try to avoid. Knowledge on ice and ignorance on fire.\" ~ Amilya Antonetti <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\"><img src=\"http://a1.twimg.com/profile_images/295040786/Walt_Hansmann_Photo_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Walt_hansmann_photo_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\">WaltHansmann</a> Courage is about living true to yourself. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\">WaltHansmann</a> Our lives are determined by our choices. Choose well.<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/63280483/katesmall-newpic2008_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Katesmall-newpic2008_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: Action replaces fear with insight and knowledge. Get active! ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: An authentic smile changes everything. ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/RickSherrell\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/95541423/Rick_Sherrell_-_PHOTO_normal.JPG\" alt=\"Rick_sherrell_-_photo_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/RickSherrell\">RickSherrell</a>: \"Every apology falls short of the mark, but grace is always on target.\" <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d58970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335d5970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"52\" height=\"52\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/wbaustin\">WBAustin</a> The first two years of college are vocabulary lessons. The second two years are spent learning who to ask &amp; where to look it up. ~ Bill Austin\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335d8970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335e1970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"54\" height=\"54\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/Chantified\">Chantified</a>\"You cannot become more than the thoughts you hold onto\" ~ Chanty Lang-Vermaas  <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335e4970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335e7970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"48\" height=\"48\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>Shannon_KB \"Remind me to hit my \"pause\" button more often.\" ~ Shannon Koerber Bullard <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335eb970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d64970b-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"49\" height=\"49\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> : When you meet people with no happiness or hope, give them some of yours\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> Defeat negativity by turning your attention to positive pursuits; negativity dies from neglect. ~ Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335ee970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335f3970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"54\" height=\"54\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jdhenry09\">JDHenry09</a> \"To become your greatest fan - learn to laugh at yourself. It makes life way more interesting!\" -Jessica Henry <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/187595765/Erin_web-headshot_square_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Erin_web-headshot_square_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\">eschreyer</a>: There\'s a reason you put your own oxygen mask on 1st. If you don\'t take care of yourself, you diminish your value to others. ~ Erin Schreyer\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a33bf8970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c634b970b-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"52\" height=\"52\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/DrSteveBroe\">DrSteveBroe</a> Honor the teachers you meet in your world, in their many different forms. ~ Dr. Steve Broe <a href=\"http://twitter.com/search?q=%23beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335f7970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335fc970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"48\" height=\"48\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/brainzooming\">BrainZooming</a>: Don\'t refuse to smile at someone you think is nobody.  It will make it easier when you realize later they are somebody. Mike Brown<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335ff970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a33604970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"45\" height=\"45\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/judyrey\">judyrey</a> : How you look at the world actually determines what you see. ~ Judy Rey Wasserman <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><a href=\"http://twitter.com/MarkOOakes\" target=\"_blank\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/307287415/IMG_6868d_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Img_6868d_normal\" width=\"38\" height=\"41\" /></a></div>\r\n<div><a href=\"http://twitter.com/MarkOOakes\" target=\"_blank\">MarkOOakes</a>: What we think we know has a tendency to come and go... but our wisdom will last a lifetime. <a href=\"http://koerberwalker.wordpress.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a></div>\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d6b970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a3360a970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"51\" height=\"51\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"The sooner we learn to ask for help - the sooner we reap the benefits.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"If you can find joy in the darkest days, imagine what you will find on bright ones!\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>  \"Just when you think you are finished - Something good happens and you start all over again.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"All we can be is who we are. Anything else is just too much work.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"We each have an individual voice, but together we form a chorus whose music can change the world.\" - Joan Koerber-Walker.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Making a Difference starts with Making an Effort.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"As the sun rises each day, so must our hope for a better tomorrow.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/Beoriginal\">#Beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Friends are like flowers - the more you have, the brighter your world.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>  \"Sometimes you have to give in and rest - So you can start again bright and refreshed.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n<h4>Originals on Family</h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/trina_willard\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/75559683/TWillard_2007_Headshot_normal.gif\" alt=\"Twillard_2007_headshot_normal\" width=\"49\" height=\"61\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/trina_willard\">trina_willard</a>: The pain of life\'s passages are somehow tempered when a new little person joins the world. It\'s a new beginning. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MasterworksDsgn\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/320312587/Twitter_head_shot_IMG_4368_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Twitter_head_shot_img_4368_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MasterworksDsgn\">MasterworksDsgn</a>: The trouble with teaching your children to think for themselves is that they do. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a> So you live with interesting consequences...\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d72970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a33613970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"46\" height=\"46\" align=\"left\" /></a>KatheeSue Warning to my teens as they headed for the evening: \"Nothing good happens after midnight.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d6b970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a3360a970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"51\" height=\"51\" align=\"left\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Talking with Teens: \"I\'ve had to tell you so many times. I sound like a broken record!\" \"Mom, What\'s a record?\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>  \"Budget Mgt. Advice for Parents of Teens || \"I\'d love to give you a twenty honey - but I never carry cash.\"  Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Hockey Mom Math: 100 broken hockey sticks $15, 000, 1 ER visit $5,000, Watching your kid do what he loves - Priceless.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n<h4>Originals on Leadership</h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/douglasbrent\"><img src=\"http://a1.twimg.com/profile_images/96424162/doug_at_the_table_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Doug_at_the_table_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/douglasbrent\">douglasbrent</a>: Always ask permission before offering feedback and you\'re more likely to be helpful. Douglas Brent Smith <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/douglasbrent\">douglasbrent</a>: Leadership is sharing inspiration and responsibility with the courage it takes to achieve success.~ Douglas Brent Smith <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a33616970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d7c970b-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"51\" height=\"51\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/mikehenrysr\">mikehenrysr</a> : Just because I cleaned up the mess doesn\'t mean I volunteer to be the janitor ~ Mike Henry Sr.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: In times like these, a leader must dig down to a new level of commitment to the goals of the team, and move forward. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>  <a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: A leader who is clueless will have a team that is glueless. <a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: A leader must dig down to a new level of commitment to the goals of the team, and move forward. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23leadership\">#leadership</a> <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/leadershipcoach\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/105117329/Joan_Gustafson_Photo_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Joan_gustafson_photo_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/leadershipcoach\">leadershipcoach</a>: Some men are born leaders, and some leaders are born women. ~Joan Gustafson <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/leadershipcoach\">leadershipcoach</a>: \"A special leader lives within you. Determine what, when and how to lead.\" ~Joan Gustafson <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JenniferVMiller\"><img src=\"http://a1.twimg.com/profile_images/353245294/Twitter_Headshot_Miller_Cropped_normal.JPG\" alt=\"Twitter_headshot_miller_cropped_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JenniferVMiller\">JenniferVMiller</a>: Take shortcuts with things, not with people, ~ Jennifer V. Miller<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JenniferVMiller\">JenniferVMiller</a>: Push your own boundaries before someone pushes them for you.<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\"><img src=\"http://a1.twimg.com/profile_images/295040786/Walt_Hansmann_Photo_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Walt_hansmann_photo_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\">WaltHansmann</a>: What qualities does it take to be a <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23leader\">#leader</a>? Look in the mirror. YOU are the key ingredient. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/mikemyatt\">mikemyatt</a>: \"There exists a season for all things, but decisive, prudent and principled leadership never goes out of season.\" <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a> <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23Quote\">#Quote</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/187595765/Erin_web-headshot_square_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Erin_web-headshot_square_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\">eschreyer</a>: What makes a great leader? Not just striving 4 results, but also striving to build into people &amp; impact their lives. ~Erin Schreyer <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\">eschreyer</a>:  When great leaders look in the mirror, they see integrity, selflessness and inspiration.  ~ Erin Schreyer <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/104715361/DBrand_normal.JPG\" alt=\"Dbrand_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: SHINE: Seek … 2 … Help … by … Inspiring … Nuturing … &amp; … Encouraging. ~ Dave Brand <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: GOAL: Giving … of … Oneself … 2 … Achieve … a … Legacy.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: RISK: Ready … 2 … Invest … in … Something … 4 … Keeps. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: MODEL: Motivate … Others … Daily … by … Encouraging … Learning. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: The value derived from inspection is related to the time spent in reflection. Dave Brand <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: Value a journey not only for it\'s destination, but also by the path traveled ~ Dave Brand\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d81970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d84970b-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"51\" height=\"51\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>LeadToday: Poor leaders tell. Good leaders explain. Superior leaders demonstrate. Great leaders inspire. Steve Keating  <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/LeadToday\">LeadToday</a>:The only followers that care what their leader thinks R the followers that know their leader cares. Steve Keating\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d6b970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a3360a970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"51\" height=\"51\" align=\"left\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a>: \"If you want your people to lead, be sure to give them a great role model to follow.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a>\"Great leaders lead by example, inspiring new leaders by their actions.\"  Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"Choosing to lead is not always easy, but it IS always worth it.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"No one can hear you if you don\'t speak up\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"If you want people to follow you, demonstrate that you are worth following.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"Doing the right thing is not always convenient ; but, it is always right.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"Inspiring others to lead and watching them succeed is the best part of a leader\'s journey.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n<h4>Originals on Innovation and Creativity</h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335e4970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335e7970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"48\" height=\"48\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/shannon_kb\">Shannon_KB</a> Is \"Necessity the mother of Invention\" ∙OR∙ is Invention/Innovation the mother of Necessity? Shannon Koerber Bullard\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eaglesflite\">eaglesflite</a>: Imagine if the ground was not open to new seeds? A closed mind isn\'t fertile for the growth of new ideas &amp; visions ~ Dale Lawrence <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23beoriginal\"><strong>#beoriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eaglesflite\">eaglesflite</a> The river of life may be swift, but a persevering spirit will always find a way to cross to the other side~ Dale Lawrence ,  <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/DrBob4u\">DrBob4u</a>:  Do not deny your own mind. Encourage your own ideas and creativity. ~Dr Robert H. Schwenk  <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23beoriginal\"><strong>#beoriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/DrBob4u\">DrBob4u</a>: Choose the good in all things and people. Dr Robert H. Schwenk\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/63280483/katesmall-newpic2008_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Katesmall-newpic2008_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: Creativity is <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23diversity\">#diversity</a> of the mind. ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d89970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d8f970b-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"48\" height=\"48\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/account/twitter/cpschuster\">cpschuster</a> : \"Different isn\'t good or bad; it\'s just different.\" Camille Schuster, PhD\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a3361e970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a33621970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"52\" height=\"52\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/deemccrorey\">DeeMcCrorey</a> \"Play to your strengths. Reinvent everything else.\" ~  Dee McCrorey <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: Originality is an art that improves with practice. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: When the innovation train pulls away from the station, make sure you are on it. Or else you\'ll get left behind. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>:  \"Creativity and Innovation is NOT always a good thing - just ask the folks on Wall Street.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: \"One spark of innovation can light up a world of new opportunities.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: \"Sometimes a small tweak can lead to a big improvement. Don\'t overlook small opportunities.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOrigina</a>l\r\n<h4>Originals on Success, Business and Growth</h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d55970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335d2970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"49\" height=\"49\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle Thought ||\"You do not know what you don\'t know.  Be careful  who you allow to fill in the blanks\" ~ Amilya Antonetti <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>:  Noodle Thought: Just because you \"Can\" doesn\'t mean that you \"should\". Amilya Antonetti.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle:Those around you should help\"lift\" you up and \"motivate\" you to be your best. Not bitter,angry, and resentful people who will pull you down. Watch who you let in.  Amilya Antonetti  <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a><abbr> </abbr>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle thought: \"Destiny CAN&amp;apos;T be stolen but it CAN be abandoned.\"<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle Thought: Good managers oil squeaky wheels. Bad Managers replace them. Know your situation. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<abbr></abbr><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a33625970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d9a970b-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"51\" height=\"51\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>RodKirby \"I define success not by the amount of people that come in the door, but by how many leave impacted on their way out.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d9f970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5da4970b-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"54\" height=\"54\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MoreClients\">MoreClients</a>: \"The fear of success is often more paralyzing than the fear of failure.\" - Peter George <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MoreClients\">MoreClients</a>: \"Effective marketing is the by-product of consistent marketing.\" Peter George <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Keep it up - and maybe, by day\'s end, the opportunities will begin to outweigh the challenges. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Change just is, and we need to wrap ourselves around it as well as we can. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Decisions made without us are decisions made for us. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Practice speedership every day. Anticipate coming changes and learn how to respond with lightning reflexes. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>:  Be in touch with the speed of change in your industry and within your organization—and understand the gap between the two. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/CorePurpose\"><img src=\"http://a1.twimg.com/profile_images/92027482/cmark_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Cmark_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/CorePurpose\">CorePurpose</a>: Originality drives Success. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/CorePurpose\">CorePurpose</a>: Success is a choice each of us can make. Choose yours. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWgrowth\">JKWgrowth</a>: 4 steps for growth|| Ask Questions. Listen for Answers. Take action. Celebrate Success ~ Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>: \"How can we help each other?\" Is one of the MOST powerful business questions you can ask! ~ Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWgrowth\">JKWgrowth</a>: \"Treasure your rainy days; they help to bring new growth...\" ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWgrowth\">JKWgrowth</a>: \"Growth accelerates when you choose to focus on your positives.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5da7970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a3362f970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"52\" height=\"52\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/coachjanet\">CoachJanet</a> \"Proactive people change the atmosphere and reactive people complain about it.\" Janet Daughtry  <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/wjsalls\">wjsalls</a>: Every failure is just another step on your journey to the top. William J. Salls<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5dac970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a33632970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"47\" height=\"47\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>MeghanMBiro Experiment - Don\'t Sell! Find something Meaningful + Create Value. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/63280483/katesmall-newpic2008_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Katesmall-newpic2008_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>:  Accountability is not about blame. It is commitment to excellence &amp; ownership of all results. Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: \"Collaboration defined -- expanding everyone\'s greatness\"\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/account/twitter/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: In business, speak clever to attract; deliver value to keep.~Kate Nasser\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/account/twitter/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: Team Defined: Talent engaged in growth and change to achieve a common success. ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JillKoenig\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/67055313/jillkoenigphoto__2__normal.jpg\" alt=\"Jillkoenigphoto__2__normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JillKoenig\">JillKoenig</a>: What you dwell upon long enough and strong enough becomes your reality. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/coachquips\"><img src=\"http://a1.twimg.com/profile_images/190503238/tricia_photo_normal.JPG\" alt=\"Tricia_photo_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/coachquips\">coachquips</a>: Just when I think I\'ve got it all together, something comes up that I\'ve never had to deal with and I am humbled once again! Tricia Schulte<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n<h5><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a33635970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5db0970b-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"48\" height=\"48\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a></h5>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jglass8\">jglass8</a> \"Growth is a journey while success is the final destination.\" Jamie Glass\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jglass8\">jglass8</a> Hope is everlasting and fuels our determination to achieve more. Jamie Glass\r\n<h4>Humorous Originals</h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/converging\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/114083717/robbonwhiteCU2_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Robbonwhitecu2_normal\" width=\"45\" height=\"64\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/converging\">converging</a>: As I tell my friends when wrestling with fear or intimidation: \"Pretty people poop too...\" Robb Bingham\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d6b970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a3360a970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"51\" height=\"51\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>: \"At least when I tweet on Twitter SOMEBODY listens.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"My idea of exercise - THREE laps around Lord &amp; Taylors.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"It\'s hard to take yourself seriously when you have just had a food fight in front of hundreds of people.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335eb970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d64970b-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"49\" height=\"49\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a>  \"A politician and an IRS agent are drowning. You can only save one of the. Do you walk the dog or read a book?\" Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> \"Dear Lord, I been good today-I have\'t gossiped or bad-mouthed no one. But I\'m fixin\'; to get up now and I\'m gonna need your help.\"  Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> \"Dear IRS, I no longer wish to belong to your organization. Please cancel my membership &amp; remove my name from your mailing list.\" Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/wjsalls\">wjsalls</a>: \"If life gives you lemons, trade them for limes, and make Margaritas.\" William J. Salls #BeOriginal','Highlights from #BeOriginal','','inherit','open','open','','242-revision-3','','','2012-07-12 08:31:09','2012-07-12 08:31:09','',242,'http://new.corepurpose.com/242-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(1730,1001003,'2012-08-16 19:30:57','2012-08-16 19:30:57','<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: Arial;\">New Angle\nMedia is a multimedia web service specializing in Web conferencing and training\nsolutions.  </span></strong></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial;\">Uniquely\npositioned to serve the current corporate environment of scaled down work\nforces, tight schedules, and limited financial resources; New Angle Media will\nsave the day for companies in need of economical and productive conferencing,\ntraining and communications.  </span></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: Arial;\">Webcasting\nenables businesses to overcome distance, time restrictions, and scheduling\nproblems with:</span></strong></p>\n\n<ul>\n	<li>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial;\"> streaming\nvideo</span></p>\n</li>\n	<li>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial;\">slide\npresentations</span></p>\n</li>\n	<li>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial;\">text, and\naudio delivered to any size audience</span></p>\n</li>\n	<li>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial;\">Q&amp;A\nsessions, email, chat features, and instant surveys; both live an on demand.\n</span></p>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: Arial;\">And\neverything can be archived!</span></strong></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial;\">Our services\nare so compelling that we believe companies will change the way they communicate\npermanently after experiencing the effectiveness of a Webcast.  </span></p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: Arial;\">Contact us\nby clicking on our logo above.</span></strong></p>\n\n\n<hr />\n\n<strong>Email</strong> <a href=\"mailto:sroberts@newanglemedia.com\">sroberts@newanglemedia.com</a>\n<strong>Small</strong> Business Yes\n<strong>Woman Owned</strong> No\n<strong>Minority Owned</strong> No','New Angle Media','','inherit','open','open','','1717-revision-2','','','2012-08-16 19:30:57','2012-08-16 19:30:57','',1717,'http://new.corepurpose.com/1717-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(1728,1001003,'2012-08-16 19:22:38','2012-08-16 19:22:38','<a href=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/?attachment_id=1718\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-1718\"><img src=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/AmandaVega1001.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"AmandaVega100\" border=\"0\" width=\"100\" height=\"63\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1718\" /></a>\r\nAmanda Vega Consulting is a true consultant firm. <br> <br>\r\n\r\nSimply put, we are all ambassadors of integrated marketing. There\'s no \"interactive versus traditional\". The Web isn\'t going to eradicate newspapers, and TV didn\'t make the radio obsolete. A brand isn\'t created through advertising alone, and high ROI for advertising doesn\'t exist without really great customer relations.<br> <br>\r\n\r\nWhile many would consider us a full-service ad agency due to the core service we provide, we pride ourselves with providing every client with a custom solution whether in-house or through selected service providers.  <br> <br>\r\n\r\nWe service clients as large as Banana Republic, and as small as tiny non-profits with one employee. <br> <br>\r\n\r\n<b>Our expertise includes:</b> public relations, web site development (including business analytics and behavioral tracking,) search engine optimization, search engine marketing, podcasting, webcasting, blogging, marketing services such as direct mail, media buying, and media planning, and advertising services such as radio, TV, and print creative. We also source product and raw materials from China and other counties.<br> <br>\r\n\r\n<b>Our Team </b>consists of in-house staff, independent contractors and consultants, and partner agencies that we know are the best in their industry.<br> <br>\r\n\r\n<b>Our Technology Team </b>consists of the top ranked web developers (with awards from Bill Gates himself), highly awarded graphic designers (Addy Awards and more), and insanely well-versed programmers (our nerds).<br> <br>\r\n\r\n<b>Our marketing and advertising folks </b>have worked on accounts such as Banana Republic and Eli Lilly, launched complete brands that you readily use in your life today, and also have their work and direct marketing campaigns in your hands daily.<br> <br>\r\n\r\nAnd our management team is a little bit of all of these.<br> <br>\r\n\r\n\r\nIndeed, we are a different agency.<br> <br><i>Oh, and we are tons of fun!</i><br> <br>\r\n\r\n\r\n<b>To learn more </b> - contact Amanda Vega Consulting by clicking on the image or link above.','Amanda Vega Consulting','','inherit','open','open','','1716-revision-9','','','2012-08-16 19:22:38','2012-08-16 19:22:38','',1716,'http://new.corepurpose.com/1716-revision-9/',0,'revision','',0),(1729,1001003,'2012-08-16 19:28:31','2012-08-16 19:28:31','<a href=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/?attachment_id=1718\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-1718\"><img src=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/AmandaVega1001.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"AmandaVega100\" border=\"0\" width=\"100\" height=\"63\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1718\" /></a>\r\nAmanda Vega Consulting is a true consultant firm. <br> <br>\r\n\r\nSimply put, we are all ambassadors of integrated marketing. There\'s no \"interactive versus traditional\". The Web isn\'t going to eradicate newspapers, and TV didn\'t make the radio obsolete. A brand isn\'t created through advertising alone, and high ROI for advertising doesn\'t exist without really great customer relations.<br> <br>\r\n\r\nWhile many would consider us a full-service ad agency due to the core service we provide, we pride ourselves with providing every client with a custom solution whether in-house or through selected service providers.  <br> <br>\r\n\r\nWe service clients as large as Banana Republic, and as small as tiny non-profits with one employee. <br> <br>\r\n\r\n<b>Our expertise includes:</b> public relations, web site development (including business analytics and behavioral tracking,) search engine optimization, search engine marketing, podcasting, webcasting, blogging, marketing services such as direct mail, media buying, and media planning, and advertising services such as radio, TV, and print creative. We also source product and raw materials from China and other counties.<br> <br>\r\n\r\n<b>Our Team </b>consists of in-house staff, independent contractors and consultants, and partner agencies that we know are the best in their industry.<br> <br>\r\n\r\n<b>Our Technology Team </b>consists of the top ranked web developers (with awards from Bill Gates himself), highly awarded graphic designers (Addy Awards and more), and insanely well-versed programmers (our nerds).<br> <br>\r\n\r\n<b>Our marketing and advertising folks </b>have worked on accounts such as Banana Republic and Eli Lilly, launched complete brands that you readily use in your life today, and also have their work and direct marketing campaigns in your hands daily.<br> <br>\r\n\r\nAnd our management team is a little bit of all of these.<br> <br>\r\n\r\n\r\nIndeed, we are a different agency.<br> <br><i>Oh, and we are tons of fun!</i><br> <br>\r\n\r\n\r\n<b>To learn more </b> - contact Amanda Vega Consulting by clicking on the image or link above.','Amanda Vega Consulting','','inherit','open','open','','1716-revision-10','','','2012-08-16 19:28:31','2012-08-16 19:28:31','',1716,'http://new.corepurpose.com/1716-revision-10/',0,'revision','',0),(341,1001003,'2012-07-12 08:31:09','2012-07-12 08:31:09','Now more than ever, America needs the creativity, innovation, and leadership that small businesses provide. \r\n\r\nIn 2002, I left corporate America to launch my own small business, CorePurpose, Inc. with a mission to assist companies of all sizes in focusing their collective talents on the actions that have the greatest impact for their success and in focusing on strong business fundamentals as a foundation for growth.\r\n\r\nIn December 2006, an opportunity to work with a talented team of staff and volunteers at the Arizona Small Business Association was just too good to say no to.  Together we tackled big challenges like health-care, workforce development, and raising the awareness of the importance of growing local businesses as an economic development strategy.  As CEO of the organization, I had the opportunity to work with thousands of businesses across the state, see how they were making a difference every day,  and  to experience first hand the power of small business as a driver in our economy. \r\n\r\n2010 begins a new decad - one that we can choose to make the most of.  I am excited to use this blog as the beginning of a conversation on what we can all do together to  focus on our strengths, overcome challenges, and get our economy back on track. \r\n\r\nI hope you will stay tuned and join in the conversation.','Why this? Why now? About the CorePurpose Blog','','inherit','open','open','','81-revision-6','','','2012-07-12 08:31:09','2012-07-12 08:31:09','',81,'http://new.corepurpose.com/81-revision-6/',0,'revision','',0),(1763,1001003,'2012-08-16 20:06:35','2012-08-16 20:06:35','<span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\">\r\n</span></span>\r\n<h4>AviMail is 21st Century e-Marketing ...</h4>\r\nAudio Video Interactive E-Mail is high-impact, measurable and cost-effective, incorporating the latest in rich-media and integrated video to take best advantage of broadband connectivity which the majority of recipients now enjoy. AviMail is the ideal tool for corporate communications, online coupons, movie trailers, newsletters, surveys, demos, customer service, and so many more messages.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-size: x-small;\">\r\n</span>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Corporate Communications</span></h4>\r\nUse AviMail to send corporate invitations, press releases, executive briefings, product information and investor relation materials\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" />  <a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/bellac_rl2/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/acura.jpg\" alt=\"AviMail Sample Page\" width=\"233\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/bellac_rl2/index.htm\')\">View This Sample</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">\r\n</span></span>\r\n<h4>Brand Advertising</h4>\r\nUse AviMail to enhance brand recognition within an industry or category of goods and services in both B-to-B, customer loyalty and general consumer advertising.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" /><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; 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font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/canon1/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/cannon.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"232\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"bluelink\">View This Sample</span><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Brochures</strong></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse an AviMail to reduce mailing costs, reach targeted customers, and increase response rates.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" />  <a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a class=\"bluelink\" href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/fords2/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/ford.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"233\" height=\"94\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" vspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\nView This Sample','AviMail Internet Solutions (TM)','','inherit','open','open','','1743-revision-17','','','2012-08-16 20:06:35','2012-08-16 20:06:35','',1743,'http://new.corepurpose.com/1743-revision-17/',0,'revision','',0),(343,1001003,'2012-07-12 08:31:09','2012-07-12 08:31:09','<div>\r\n\r\nThe day after your last In The Loop, I boarded a plane to Michigan to join my family in preparation for my Dad’s open heart surgery.  At age 74 he was going into the U of M Cardiovascular Center for on overhaul of the quadruple bypass he had received 22 years before.  This time if was going to be a bit more complex with both the Aortic and Mitral valves severely compromised.  After several days of preparation, on Monday, January 9th at 5:30 AM, the teams assembled.  The operating team was led by <a href=\"http://med.umich.edu/cardiac-surgery/patient/team/hjpatel.shtml\">Himanshu J. Patel, M.D.</a>, a specialist in surgery for thoracic and thoracoabdominal aortic disease, and surgery for valvular and aortic root disease and a host of pre-op, surgical, and post-op specialists.  The support team was led by my Mom who had corralled family and friends for support and prayers.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Expected and the Unexpected</strong>\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<div>\r\n\r\nHeart surgery is rarely routine, but lots of analysis and preparation prior to surgery told both teams what to expect.  New by-passes were needed and the the valves would need to be repaired or replaced.  The OR had been reserved for about 5 hours.  When they went in, they found the unexpected. The prior grafts from the first by-pass had fused to the breast bone creating major complications.  The team worked on Dad for almost 13 hours, cleaning up the old by-pass, replacing the Aortic valve, repairing the Mitrial and adding two new by-passes.  Out in the Waiting Room, our support team waited and communicated with friends and family around the country.  A <a href=\"http://www.caringbridge.org/\">CaringBridge</a> and cell phones kept everyone linked.  Communications and prayers flowed.  At 8:30 PM, 15 hours after we had checked him in to pre-op, Mom led her team of family supporters into ICU to see Dad for the first time.  Surrounded by a talented and caring ICU team and a loving cadre of family and friends, it was time for the next step on the journey to health and strength.\r\n\r\nOver the next week in ICU, Dad rode the proverbial roller coaster. He had his share of ups and downs,  but kept moving forward.  The ICU team was on hand at every turn as were family and friends who shared support on-site or via the CaringBridge for both Mom and Dad.  Updates flew over the internet with notes of encouragement coming back.  He had had 669 virtual visitors and received over 100 notes cheering him.  It was a miracle to see him sitting up and reading them on the laptop.  By Saturday night Mom was able to share:\r\n<blockquote>\r\n<h6>Today was a good day for Dick!</h6>\r\nDear Family and Friends,\r\nToday Dick had a successful day! His heartbeat continues to be stable as well as his blood pressure. He strolled in the hallway with his nurse and was very proud of his accomplishment - we are also.\r\nHopefully a bed will be available tomorrow in the step-down unit. He looks very good and has lots of conversation and stories to tell. Things are beginning to get back to normal. There is still discomfort but that is to be expected with all he has experienced.\r\n\r\nThanks to your prayers and support and the wonderful team at U of M he is progressing.</blockquote>\r\n<strong>Tying Back to </strong><a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/\"><strong>AZBio</strong></a>\r\n\r\nThe last 10 days gave me lots of time to think while I sat in ICU, and there are correlations between what we have been doing at AZBio and Dad’s surgery in many ways.  We too have been on a journey back to health and strength as our industry has been riding its own rollercoaster due to the economy, uncertainty with changes in laws and regulations, and the challenges that some of our companies have faced in the  struggle to survive and thrive. But at the same time we have also seen great successes with  new breakthroughs, the assembling of committed teams, and convergence of our community both regionally and statewide.\r\n\r\n<strong>We had our own by-pass in the area of communications</strong> as we re-established In the Loop and launched the new <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/\">AZBio.org</a> to keep the information flowing to you and about you across the web.  In 2011 we repaired or replaced support systems with the addition of the KCA team and creation of the <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/jobs-careers\">AZBio Jobing Career Center</a>, <a href=\"http://www.youtube.com/azbio1\">AZBio1 on YouTube</a>, recognized individual and team successes at the <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/azbio-awards\">AZBio Awards</a> and launched the<a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/azbio-celebrates-trailblazers\">Trailblazer Awards</a> to recognize our legislative partners.\r\n\r\n<strong>Committed support teams in the form of our AZBio Committees</strong> are bring us back to health and strength in the areas of   communications, events, outreach, and government  affairs.  While partnerships with the Arizona Commerce Authority, Arizona Technology Council, ATIC, GPEC, The Flinn Foundation, and others connected us to the broader statewide community.\r\n\r\n<strong>AZBio is gaining strength statewide</strong> as we continue to add both new members and renew existing members and supporters.  Our <a href=\"http://www.slideshare.net/AZBIO/azbio-prospectus-2012\">2012 AZBio Prospectus</a> is filled with opportunities to engage, support, and join in with the teams that are helping us build momentum.  Our rollercoaster ride is far from over, but as more and more of our community joins, provides support, and gets involved, our momentum increases.  We get healthier and stronger day by day.  If you need to join or renew you membership in AZBio you can do so <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/join\">here</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong>2012 will be a big year for AZBio</strong> and the more support we have from our members (our team) the faster we can move.  More new programs are in the works to address the key factors that YOU have told us to focus on:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Spreading the word on the value our community and our companies create with communication, events, and education</li>\r\n	<li>Advocacy both here in AZ and in DC too</li>\r\n	<li>Focusing on ways to access the capital resources our companies need to grow.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>We’re convening the community.</strong>  On January 26th from 5:30 – 7:30 PM we will gather for an Open House at Arizona’s newest bioscience incubator, <a href=\"http://www.ceigateway.com/\">The Center for Entrepreneurial Innovation at GateWay Community College.</a>    This community open house is your opportunity to connect with our community and our 2012 leadership as we introduce the 2012 AZBio Board of Directors.  It’s your opportunity to get engaged, to show your support, and to share with us what YOU need to help your team gain more momentum too.  We’ll be looking for you there.  To register, <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/events/event/center-for-entrepreneurial-innovation-open-house\">click here</a>.\r\n\r\n</div>','The Power of a Support Team','','inherit','open','open','','79-revision-6','','','2012-07-12 08:31:09','2012-07-12 08:31:09','',79,'http://new.corepurpose.com/79-revision-6/',0,'revision','',0),(2392,2,'2013-05-11 16:49:28','2013-05-11 16:49:28','<p><img style=\"display:inline;float:right;margin:5px 5px 5px 10px;\" align=\"right\" src=\"http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQVKRKflukngcPJISYXLLCM-92Vmt-rCGZ7td_I38hVcEK3VgbO\" width=\"199\" height=\"270\">Today is the big day, Super Bowl XLV.&nbsp; Folks will be donning green and gold or gold and black.&nbsp; Friends will gather around TV sets across the country gobbling up things they know that should not eat and for this one day of the year the DVR is set not to skip the commercials, but to catch them for instant replay.</p> <p>Teams have sweated and toiled.&nbsp; Investing&nbsp; millions for their time in the global spotlight.</p> <p>Closed door meetings, strategy sessions, the big chase, and surprising twists… all come together on Super Bowl Sunday.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <div style=\"display:inline;float:none;margin:0;padding:0;\" id=\"scid:5737277B-5D6D-4f48-ABFC-DD9C333F4C5D:f4bbd23f-1504-4bdf-a085-a331144db419\" class=\"wlWriterEditableSmartContent\"><div>[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TCaCNz0Vml8&amp;w=448&amp;h=252&amp;hd=1]</div><div style=\"width:448px;clear:both;font-size:.8em;\">Chevy provides a behind the scenes look at the drama and strategy of creating a 2011 Super Bowl commercial.</div></div> <p>Oh yeah, there is a football game too.</p> <p><strong>In business, every day is Game Day.</strong></p> <p>Most of us will never field a team in the world’s most&nbsp; famous grid iron match up or take the leap to bet around $3 million for a 30 second spot in its commercials although GoDaddy’s Bob Parsons will gleefully tell you what they have done for his team’s business.</p> <blockquote> <p><a href=\"http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/02/02/AR2011020203780.html\"><em>It’s not a bet if you know the outcome </em>~ Bob Parsons</a></p></blockquote> <p><font color=\"#a8a8a8\" face=\"Times New Roman\"></font></p> <p>As entrepreneurs, investors, leaders or teammates, success in the BIG game means that every day is game day.&nbsp; Here are a few things to keep in mind as you watch from the stands or from the couch…</p> <p><strong>It starts with a coin toss – it does not end there.</strong></p> <p>Success always has en element of luck to it. Good luck may move you forward faster just as bad luck might slow you down.&nbsp; But being lucky early does not ensure success. Here is a bit of Super Bowl Trivia:</p> <blockquote> <p><em>The team that has won the coin toss is 19-22 all time in the Super Bowl and has lost the past 4 straight and 9 of the last 11</em>. (<a href=\"http://www.chacha.com/question/how-many-teams-that-have-won-the-super-bowl-also-won-the-coin-toss\">source</a>)</p></blockquote> <p><strong>To win in the big game you need a great team</strong></p> <p>Don’t kid yourself.&nbsp; The team with strong players, that plays well together has a definite advantage.&nbsp; Great teams are balanced.&nbsp; In football you can have a great quarterback, but if you have no offensive line it is unlikely that you will spend a lot of time in the end&nbsp; zone and if your defense is weak, the other team will.&nbsp; Successful teams have the right mix to do the whole job, not just one or two super stars intent on carrying the day.</p> <p><strong>Give the fans something to talk about.</strong></p> <p>Winning the big game is about the experience.&nbsp; In football it is the thrill of the win, the roar of the&nbsp; crowd and the play that fans will talk about for years to come.&nbsp; In business it is the achievement of goals inside your company, the praise of customers when you deliver on your promises, and the great results&nbsp; you deliver to your employees, customers, investors, and partners that keep you ahead in the game.</p> <p><strong>Innovation = Improvement</strong></p> <p>Don’t confuse flash and showmanship with innovation.&nbsp; The victory dance in the end zone is not nearly as important as the fact that you got there and need to get there again to win.&nbsp; Commercials are entertaining at the break, but the real win will be measured when customers walk through your door or visit your website to buy your products and services.&nbsp; A bit of flash may bring them in once, but products and services that are new, different, and create value for the&nbsp; customer are what will bring them back again and again.</p> <p><strong>Success is not built on just one game.</strong></p> <p>The Pittsburgh Steelers and the Green Bay Packers are playing in Super Bowl XLV because they won a series of games and more importantly they won when it counted.&nbsp; Winning at the right time matters, just ask the Jets and the Bears.&nbsp; </p> <p>Football is more that a game, it’s a big business. And winning in the world of business is a game where the points are measured in value created.&nbsp; Take a look at this ranking by <a href=\"http://www.forbes.com/lists/2010/30/football-valuations-10_Dallas-Cowboys_300988.html\">Forbes of the most valuable NFL Teams</a>.&nbsp; You’ll need to keep searching all the way down to #14 for Green Bay and #17 to find&nbsp; the stats for the Steelers.&nbsp;&nbsp; Sustained value is a combination of smart investments, the right resources plus&nbsp; a strong team in the front office, on the bench and on the field that creates long-term, sustainable value together.&nbsp; Interestingly, the Redskins have one of the best track records for value creation in recent years yet they have LOST 55% of the games they played on the field. It’s not just about winning under the lights, everything matters.</p> <p><strong>So sit back and enjoy the game…</strong></p> <p>The Super Bowl is an American tradition.&nbsp; You may watch it for the game, for the commercials,&nbsp; or simply as a way to spend time&nbsp; with family and friends.&nbsp; But as you dig into that pile of chicken wings, tray of nachos or bowl of chili, keep a look out for the big game changers.&nbsp; You might have something new to talk about at the office come Monday morning when all the “quarterbacks” come out.</p> <p>So place your bets, rally your team, and enjoy the game.&nbsp; It’s almost time for the coin toss whether the Big Game starts at 6:30pm ET on FOX or come Monday morning when you and your team take the field once again.</p> <p>Thanks for stopping by.&nbsp; Stay tuned…</p> <blockquote> <p><em>Joan Koerber-Walker</em></p></blockquote> <p><font color=\"#a8a8a8\" face=\"Times New Roman\"></font></p>','Success Tip: Check out the BIG Game','','inherit','open','open','','1576-revision-4','','','2013-05-11 16:49:28','2013-05-11 16:49:28','',1576,'http://www.corepurpose.com/1576-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(2384,2,'2013-05-11 16:49:24','2013-05-11 16:49:24','<span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">When it comes to leading an organization, finding the right fit  for both the leader AND the team is critical to success.  When the fit is all wrong, you don’t have a  snowball’s chance in … well you know what I mean.  <!--more--></span>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.andertoons.com/cartoon/5220/\"><img src=\"http://www.andertoons.com/img/cartoons/5220.jpg\" alt=\"\'I think we have a problem.\' - An Andertoons Cartoon\" /></a>\n<div style=\"width:340px;\"><a href=\"http://www.andertoons.com/cartoon/5220/\">\n</a><a style=\"text-align:right;padding-right:5px;display:block;\" href=\"http://www.andertoons.com/\">An Andertoons Cartoon</a></div>\n<strong><span style=\"font-size:medium;\">Be up front about your culture.</span></strong>\n\n<span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">The first step in avoiding leadership meltdown is understanding the culture that exists or that you are creating within your organization.  It’s easy to slap some words up on a website and say “Here it is – this is our culture” but very few people will actually pay it a whole lot of attention. The true culture inside your organization is based on the experiences of your employees, customers, and partners.  It starts with the example set by the leaders and reflects in the faces of the organization at every level.  If you are not sure what your culture really looks like, ask questions.  Just like a brand, culture exists in the perceptions of others.  If you don’t understand those perceptions, its unlikely you will understand what your culture truly reflects.  </span>\n\n<span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">As you come to understand your culture, your true values – those that you act on and demonstrate regularly will become clear.  Your company’s history, decisions and actions are the evidence of what your organization values.  Look at your true values carefully.  Do they match what you publicly say your values are?  If so, great.  If not, go back and look at the trail of evidence.  If stated values are misaligned with your true values, your team and your customers will be confused and you will most likely be building a culture that is inconsistent with where you as the leader want it and your organization to be.</span>\n\n<span style=\"font-size:medium;\"><strong>Build around shared values</strong></span>\n\n<span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">One way to help your culture and your company to stay on course is to lay a foundation of shared values and then build on them.  Ann Rhoades, founder of <a href=\"http://www.peopleink.com/about.html\" target=\"_blank\">PeopleInk</a> and author of <a href=\"http://www.amazon.com/Built-Values-Creating-Outperforms-Competition/dp/0470901926\" target=\"_blank\">Built On Values</a> (Jossey Bass, 2011) knows what happens when you build a values based business.  Listen to what Ann shares based on first hand experience at Southwest Airlines, Jet Blue and many more great companies.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n<div id=\"scid:5737277B-5D6D-4f48-ABFC-DD9C333F4C5D:467d6584-cbca-4001-8e8a-23c1915f05e8\" class=\"wlWriterEditableSmartContent\" style=\"display:inline;float:none;margin:0;padding:0;\">\n<div>[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wy_Jcq4ERr4&amp;w=448&amp;h=252&amp;hd=1]</div>\n<div style=\"width:448px;clear:both;font-size:.8em;\">Ann Rhoades, founder of PeopleInk shares what it means to lead and succeed as a values based organization. (Video by John Wiley and Sons)</div>\n</div>\n<a href=\"http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wy_Jcq4ERr4\" target=\"_blank\">(Watch at YouTube )</a>\n\n<span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">When I first started CorePurpose back in 2002, Ann was one of the very first people to help me get started.  I still remember sitting at Z-Tejas over queso dip and chips and listening to Ann share her wisdom and experience.  The lessons she taught are <span style=\"font-size:x-small;\"><span style=\"font-size:x-small;\"><span style=\"font-size:x-small;\"><img style=\"display:inline;float:right;margin:5px 5px 5px 10px;\" src=\"http://peopleink.com/images/Built%20on%20Values%20book%20coverModified3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"177\" height=\"264\" align=\"right\" /></span></span></span>still part of our culture today.  They are…</span>\n<ol>\n	<li><span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">As a leader, be clear on your values and demonstrate them in your words AND actions.  If you are consistently true to them, your team and your company will be too.</span></li>\n	<li><span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">Hire and fire based on values.  </span></li>\n	<li><span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">Choose teammates employees, partners and customers whose values mesh with yours.   </span><span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">If you and your team share the same values, you will not have to worry about motivating them…they are already motivated.</span></li>\n	<li><span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">When your company and its culture are built on solid values, your business will be on solid footing.</span></li>\n</ol>\n<span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">If you have not picked up a copy of <a href=\"http://www.amazon.com/Built-Values-Creating-Outperforms-Competition/dp/0470901926\" target=\"_blank\">Built On Values</a> yet, I encourage you to do so.  Ann’s wisdom has served me well and it can help you and your team too.</span>\n\n<strong><span style=\"font-size:medium;\">Thanks for stopping by.  Stay tuned…</span></strong>\n\n<strong><em>Joan Koerber-Walker</em></strong>\n\n<strong><em></em></strong>\n\n<strong><a href=\"http://startupprincess.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/Joan-Koerber-Walker.jpg\"><img style=\"display:inline;float:left;margin:5px;\" title=\"Joan Koerber-Walker_Thumbnail \" src=\"http://startupprincess.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/Joan-Koerber-Walker.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"70\" height=\"70\" align=\"left\" /></a>Joan Koerber-Walker</strong> is a two time Stevie Award National Finalist and Chairman of the Board of <a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.com/\">CorePurpose, Inc</a>. and the <a href=\"http://www.otef.org/\">Opportunity Through Entrepreneurship Foundation</a>.  She also serves as Executive in Residence for <a href=\"http://www.callamanventures.com\" target=\"_blank\">Callaman Ventures</a> and on the boards of for profit and nonprofit organizations.  As the former CEO of the Arizona Small Business Association and a past member of the Board of Trustees of the National Small Business Association she has worked with hundreds of small businesses and on behalf of thousands.  Chat with her on Twitter as <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/joankw\">@joankw</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwgrowth\">@JKWgrowth</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwinnovation\">@JKWinnovation</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwleadership\">@JKWleadership</a> and <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/corepurpose\">@CorePurpose</a> or at her blog at <a href=\"http://www.JoanKoerber-Walker.com\">www.JoanKoerber-Walker.com</a>.\n\n&nbsp;','Do you have a snowball’s chance in …','','inherit','open','open','','1583-revision-3','','','2013-05-11 16:49:24','2013-05-11 16:49:24','',1583,'http://www.corepurpose.com/1583-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(2366,2,'2013-05-11 16:48:28','2013-05-11 16:48:28','CorePurpose founder takes an inside look at Entrepreneurship each month on Succesipes.<!--more-->\r\n\r\nJoin CorePurpose Founder and Chairman Joan Koerber-Walker with host Lori Wilk as they take an inside look at entrepreneurship on Successipes the first Monday of each month at 3PM PST on Blog Talk Radio.\r\n\r\nTo listen to the replay of Joan and Lori’s March 7, 2011 discussion, click here.\r\n\r\n<strong>About Joan Koerber-Walker:</strong>\r\n\r\nJoan Koerber-Walker is a two time Stevie Award National Finalist and Chairman of the Board of CorePurpose, Inc. and the Opportunity Through Entrepreneurship Foundation.  She also serves as Executive in Residence for Callaman Ventures and on the boards of for profit and nonprofit organizations.  As the former CEO of the Arizona Small Business Association and a past member of the Board of Trustees of the National Small Business Association she has worked with hundreds of small businesses and on behalf of thousands.\r\n\r\nChat with her on Twitter as <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/joankw\">@joankw</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwgrowth\">@JKWgrowth</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwinnovation\">@JKWinnovation</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwleadership\">@JKWleadership</a> and <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/corepurpose\">@CorePurpose</a> or at her blog at www.JoanKoerber-Walker.com.\r\n\r\n<strong>About Successipes:  </strong>\r\n\r\nSuccessipes is the daily Las Vegas success talk show hosted by Lori Wilk, the National Business Success Examiner at fastest growing online publication in North America.. Successipes was designed in 2003 and first aired on <a href=\"http://www.success-talk.com/\">in Vancouver,BC</a>. The purpose of Successipes is to help people stay at the cutting-edge of business and to expand their horizons with new ideas, networking, inspiration, motivation, and help from experts who are living their passions and loving their lives. Follow our articles at Examiner.com and join us on Twitter <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/successipes\">@Successipes.</a>\r\n\r\nThe show is broadcast from fabulous Las Vegas and is hosted by Lori Wilk. Lori is an accomplished writer, speaker, entertainer and businesswoman, and helps others become successful by promoting positive energy and wholesome living.\r\n\r\nYou can listen to more episodes of Successipes at <a href=\"http://www.success-talk.com\">www.success-talk.com</a> . Connect with us at <a href=\"http://www.lvpublicity.com\">www.lvpublicity.com</a> , <a href=\"http://www.loriwilk.com\">www.loriwilk.com</a> , and <a href=\"http://www.successipes.com\">www.successipes.com</a>.  Send your questions or comments to our show at <a href=\"mailto:lori@successipes.com\">lori@successipes.com</a>   or <a href=\"mailto:gary@lvpublicity.com\">gary@lvpublicity.com</a>.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;',' CorePurpose founder shares tips on Successipes','','inherit','open','open','','686-revision-7','','','2013-05-11 16:48:28','2013-05-11 16:48:28','',686,'http://www.corepurpose.com/686-revision-7/',0,'revision','',0),(2367,2,'2013-05-11 16:48:32','2013-05-11 16:48:32','If you are like most entrepreneurs, you have BIG plans.  The success journey can be a long one and you are eager to take that first step.  The question is…which one should it be?  Like a toddler who is taking those first tentative steps, some will be met with words of encouragement and applause and others many have you landing on your backside with a thud.  Either way, if you don’t pull yourself up and step forward, you will never get anywhere.<!--more-->\n<div style=\"width:340px;\"><a href=\"http://www.andertoons.com/cartoon/5117/\"><img src=\"http://www.andertoons.com/img/cartoons/5117.jpg\" alt=\"\'We\'re going to be taking baby steps for a while, so I\'ve taken the liberty of ordering booties for all of us.\' - An Andertoons Cartoon\" />\n</a><a style=\"text-align:left;padding-right:5px;display:block;\" href=\"http://www.andertoons.com/cartoons/office/\">Andertoons Office Cartoons</a></div>\n<span style=\"font-size:medium;\"><strong>Taking those first steps can be scary.</strong></span>\n\nNo one wants to land with a thud.  As entrepreneurs there are things we can do to baby-proof our business process so that our steps are sure and even if we stumble that the landing is not too hard.\n\n<strong><span style=\"font-size:small;\">Set your sights on a reachable goal.</span></strong>\n\nOne of the most common mistakes we often make as entrepreneurs is to set long term vision or goals instead of focusing on achievable short term objectives.   Having a long term vision is great, but most successful businesses look different over time as they grow and evolve.  If you set your sights too far in the distance, it’s easy to fall short.  When this happens you, your team, and your investors can get discouraged and may eventually give up.\n\nSetting achievable short term goals that build upon each other allows for a higher probability of success.  With each win, you encourage your team to reach for a more aggressive goal the next time and the next time and the next.\n\n<span style=\"font-size:small;\"><strong>“Why” first.  “What” second.</strong></span>\n\nThe second secret to safeguarding your first steps is to understand the “why” before you get all wrapped up in a never ending series if “what” and “how.”  Too often we jump right in by recruiting partners, lining up suppliers or designing systems BEFORE we have clear agreement on the reasons behind these steps.  Take the time in the beginning to truly understand WHY you want to achieve WHAT you want to achieve and then communicate it to your team so that everyone has a shared direction and motivation.\n\n<span style=\"font-size:small;\"><strong>Lay out your plan</strong></span>\n\nOnce you have those achievable objectives in sight and you and your team know  why you want to achieve them, you are ready to lay out your plan.  Map out what you want to do and how you want to do it. Identify the resources you need and your sources of supply.  Clearly define who will do what and when then get to it.\n\n<strong><span style=\"font-size:small;\">Grab a camera</span></strong>\n\nNow you are ready to to start your business off on the right foot.   Be sure to grab your camera to capture those important first steps and gather the team to celebrate each success.  After all you don’t want to miss out on the excitement…\n\n<span style=\"font-size:small;\"><strong>You’ll be up and running before you can say “baby booties” ten times fast.</strong></span>\n\n<strong></strong>\n\n<strong>Thanks for stopping by.  Stay tuned…</strong>\n\n<strong><em>Joan Koerber-Walker</em></strong>\n\n<strong><a href=\"http://startupprincess.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/Joan-Koerber-Walker.jpg\"><img style=\"margin:5px;\" title=\"Joan Koerber-Walker_Thumbnail \" src=\"http://startupprincess.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/Joan-Koerber-Walker.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"70\" height=\"70\" align=\"left\" /></a>Joan Koerber-Walker</strong> is a two time Stevie Award National Finalist and Chairman of the Board of <a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.com/\">CorePurpose, Inc</a>. and the <a href=\"http://www.otef.org/\">Opportunity Through Entrepreneurship Foundation</a>.  She also serves as Executive in Residence for Callaman Ventures and on the boards of for profit and nonprofit organizations.  As the former CEO of the Arizona Small Business Association and a past member of the Board of Trustees of the National Small Business Association she has worked with hundreds of small businesses and on behalf of thousands.  Chat with her on Twitter as <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/joankw\">@joankw</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwgrowth\">@JKWgrowth</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwinnovation\">@JKWinnovation</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwleadership\">@JKWleadership</a> and <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/corepurpose\">@CorePurpose</a> or at her blog at <a href=\"http://www.JoanKoerber-Walker.com\">www.JoanKoerber-Walker.com</a>.','Success Tip: Taking the First Step','','inherit','open','open','','1581-revision-3','','','2013-05-11 16:48:32','2013-05-11 16:48:32','',1581,'http://www.corepurpose.com/1581-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(2368,2,'2013-05-11 16:48:35','2013-05-11 16:48:35','We’ve all been there.  Sitting with a group in the break room, the boardroom or over lunch when the conversation shifts to what’s wrong with our team, our business, our community or our lives.\n\nIt’s so easy to point out what is wrong.  Words fly.  The passion is inspiring.  Each idea builds on another .  Then, oops, you look at the clock.  Time’s up and you go back to work and keep on doing things the same way you have always done them before.<!--more-->\n\n<span style=\"font-size:small;\"><strong>Talk does not bring change, action does.</strong></span>\n\nWe all see things we need to change our world but there are only so many hours in the day to do it.  Then something happens that gives us the impetus to step up, step out, and truly make a difference for ourselves and others.  When we step up, we start doing things.  We make things happen.  We get things done.  Yet, we may not be sharing it with others.  That means going to the next step as we step out and speak up.  We begin inspiring others to action by sharing what we are doing, how we are doing it, and how others can do it too.\n\nI am lucky to know three people who are doing just that. They inspire me and if you read on, they can inspire you too.\n\n<strong><span style=\"font-size:small;\">Lynn Tilton</span></strong>\n\n<a href=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/img_5222.jpg\"><img style=\"background-image:none;padding-left:0;padding-right:0;display:inline;float:right;padding-top:0;border-width:0;margin:0 5px;\" title=\"IMG_5222\" src=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/img_5222_thumb.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_5222\" width=\"184\" height=\"188\" align=\"right\" border=\"0\" /></a>One of the most successful business women in the world, Lynn Tilton founder and CEO of <a href=\"http://patriarchpartners.com/\" target=\"_blank\">Patriarch Partners</a>, was once a single mom, working by day and going to graduate school at night.  Working incredible hours and with very little sleep, she held it together and pursued a passion to learn what she needed to know.  Then, she applied it…well.   She stepped up.  Lynn’s business is founded upon her personal mission...the attempt to save America, one company at a time, one job at a time and she does it by buying distressed companies and turning them around.  The Patriarch platform is built upon the premise that each company otherwise would have been liquidated, but instead is saved and rebuilt so it can add value to our economy and our nation. With the restructure and renewal of each of these companies, jobs are sustained and created.  Over the years Lynn and her team have saved approximately 150 companies from the throws of liquidation and 250,000 jobs associated with those companies but she did it quietly behind the scenes.  When our nation and the world got into real trouble she did more than step up, she stepped out.  By sharing her story and how she did it, she is inspiring others to do the same.\n\n(<a href=\"http://www.patriarchpartners.com/pdf/Chief%20Executive%20Mag%203.2.2011.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Read the latest article on Lynn in Chief Executive Magazine</a>.)\n\n<strong><span style=\"font-size:small;\">Morris Callaman</span></strong>\n\n<a href=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/morris-on-the-stairs.jpg\"><img style=\"background-image:none;padding-left:0;padding-right:0;display:inline;float:right;padding-top:0;border-width:0;margin:5px;\" title=\"morris on the stairs\" src=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/morris-on-the-stairs_thumb.jpg\" alt=\"morris on the stairs\" width=\"186\" height=\"225\" align=\"right\" border=\"0\" /></a>A VC, angel investor and four-time startup founder with Global 500 experience, Morris Callaman believes that it is time for a principled approach to creating companies and products that make life better instead just make money.\n\nMorris’s story is not your typical success story. An eighth grade runaway, his journey includes homelessness, food banks, ditch digging, carpentry, community college, night school, programming, language study, and a brief apprenticeship with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local Union 640.  He’s seen the worst people can do to each other and the the best.  Through <a href=\"http://www.callamanventures.com\" target=\"_blank\">Callaman Ventures</a>, he focuses on the best and invests his time looking for, finding and helping consumer entrepreneurs – people who truly love what they are doing, know how to get up again after a failure and have a business intent that includes net societal benefit while creating real products or real services for real people.  He’s stepped up to help build great companies and now is stepping out to share what he has learned with others and help them when they need it.\n\n(<a href=\"http://www.phoenixmag.com/lifestyle/valley-news/200907/a-life-redeemed/\" target=\"_blank\">Read Morris’s story in Phoenix Magazine</a>.)\n\n<strong><span style=\"font-size:small;\">Michelle King Robson</span></strong>\n\n<a href=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/michelle.jpg\"><strong><img style=\"background-image:none;padding-left:0;padding-right:0;display:inline;float:right;padding-top:0;border-width:0;margin:0 5px;\" title=\"Michelle\" src=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/michelle_thumb.jpg\" alt=\"Michelle\" width=\"190\" height=\"197\" align=\"right\" border=\"0\" /></strong></a>Michelle King Robson<strong> </strong>is one of the nation\'s leading women\'s health and wellness advocates as well as  the Founder, Chairperson and CEO of <a href=\"http://www.empowher.com\" target=\"_blank\">EmpowHER</a>, one of the fastest-growing and largest health media companies dedicated exclusively to women\'s health and wellness.\n\nWhen a debilitating health condition left Michelle sick, alone, hopeless and on the verge of taking her own life, she struggled and fought to find answers. Luckily, for all of us, she found them, but it was so hard.  Michelle believes it should not be and she has committed the rest of her life to ensure that no other woman would suffer in silence as she had. And that is how EmpowHER was born. She stepped up and stepped out in one fell swoop creating a web portal where women can find their health answers more easily.  Today millions of visitors turn to EmpowHer with their health questions and find the answers they seek.\n\n(<a href=\"http://www.empowher.com/michelle\" target=\"_blank\">Read Michelle’s story and see the video at EmpowHer.com</a>)\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong><span style=\"font-size:small;\">And after you act, it’s time to step out and speak up.</span></strong>\n\nLynn, Morris and Michelle are just three examples of the many people I get to meet that have taken their life experiences and what they have learned along the journey and used them to move from talk to action in an area where they have a true passion.  They did not just sit around and talk about it.  They did it and they still do. Beyond that, they are telling their stories and inspiring others to action by their example.\n\nSo what’s your passion?  Your story?  The thing you want to change?  Are you ready to step up, step out, and speak up… in that order?\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong><span style=\"font-size:small;\">Thanks for stopping by.  Stay tuned…</span></strong>\n\n<strong><em><span style=\"font-size:small;\">Joan Koerber-Walker</span></em></strong>\n\n<strong><em></em></strong>\n\n<strong><a href=\"http://startupprincess.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/Joan-Koerber-Walker.jpg\"><img style=\"margin:5px;\" title=\"Joan Koerber-Walker_Thumbnail \" src=\"http://startupprincess.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/Joan-Koerber-Walker.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"70\" height=\"70\" align=\"left\" /></a>Joan Koerber-Walker</strong> is a two time Stevie Award National Finalist and Chairman of the Board of <a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.com/\">CorePurpose, Inc</a>. and the <a href=\"http://www.otef.org/\">Opportunity Through Entrepreneurship Foundation</a>.  She also serves as Executive in Residence for Callaman Ventures and on the boards of for profit and nonprofit organizations.  As the former CEO of the Arizona Small Business Association and a past member of the Board of Trustees of the National Small Business Association she has worked with hundreds of small businesses and on behalf of thousands.  Chat with her on Twitter as <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/joankw\">@joankw</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwgrowth\">@JKWgrowth</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwinnovation\">@JKWinnovation</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwleadership\">@JKWleadership</a> and <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/corepurpose\">@CorePurpose</a> or at her blog at <a href=\"http://www.JoanKoerber-Walker.com\">www.JoanKoerber-Walker.com</a>.','When change matters, step up, step out and speak up.','','inherit','open','open','','1580-revision-3','','','2013-05-11 16:48:35','2013-05-11 16:48:35','',1580,'http://www.corepurpose.com/1580-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(2353,2,'2012-08-24 14:51:13','2012-08-24 14:51:13','\"Entrepreneurship is never easy, but when you have faced major challenges in your life, it can seem impossible.\" stated Joan Koerber-Walker, chairman and founder of CorePurpose, Inc. \"That\'s why, for the 6th year in a row, we are proud to support the Opportunity for Entrepreneurship Foundation(OTEF) in their valuable service to our community.\" <!--more-->\r\n\r\nFounded in 2006, OTEF provides entrepreneurial training and support to at-risk populations allowing them to build the skills and confidence needed to start businesses.\r\n\r\nOTEF\'s major fundraiser is the the Arizona Entrepreneurship Conference, an annual event that brings together nationally known experts, including Michael Gerber, Robert Scoble, Matt Mullenweg, Gary Vaynerchuk, Pam Slim, Tara Hunt, Jeremiah Owyang, Dave McClure, Brian Solis, Kathy Kolbe, Sharon Lechter and Pat Sullivan along with local CEOs to share insights with entreprenuers and business leaders from across Arizona.\r\n\r\nAll proceeds from the conference then are applied to funding OTEF programs throughout the year to assist at-risk populations to achieve economic self sufficiency through entrepreneurship.\r\n\r\nFor more information on this year\'s conference - being held November 16, 2011 in Phoenix, Arizona, visit <a href=\"http://www.AZEC11.com\">www.AZEC11.com</a>.\r\n\r\nThe sixth annual Arizona Entrepreneurship Conference, AZEC11, will focus presentaions on Growth and what it takes to get there.  Presenters include venture caplialist Mark Suster, Gelie Akhenblit, founder, NetworkingPhoenix.com, Brett Giles, co-founder of the award winning Sitewire, and Jerry Ross, executive director of the Disney Entrepreneurial Center in Orlando, Florida.\r\n\r\nMs. Koerber-Walker has served as chairman of the board of OTEF since 2006 and as conference chair of AZEC07, AZEC08, and AZEC10. The conference chair of AZEC11 is Meriln U. Ward of Drip Media.\r\n\r\nLearn more about OTEF at <a href=\"http://www.OTEF.org\">www.OTEF.org</a>',' CorePurpose signs on for year six with sponsorship of AZEC11','','inherit','open','open','','683-revision-8','','','2012-08-24 14:51:13','2012-08-24 14:51:13','',683,'http://www.corepurpose.com/683-revision-8/',0,'revision','',0),(2354,2,'2012-08-19 23:13:59','2012-08-19 23:13:59','<p>The day you have been dreaming of is here… you have just become the boss.&nbsp; NOW WHAT DO YOU DO? </p> <p><img style=\"display:inline;float:right;margin:0 5px;\" align=\"right\" src=\"http://www.frombudtoboss.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/From-Bud-toBoss-cover-rot-185x240-glow.png\" width=\"185\" height=\"240\">If this is your dream, the answer is a very important one.&nbsp; If you are already a “boss” you know it is not a simple one.&nbsp; Making the transition from “bud” to “boss” can&nbsp; be a tricky one and sooner or later, as entrepreneurs and as leaders, it is a lesson we all must learn.</p> <p>Experienced leaders will tell you this is an ongoing learning process.&nbsp; For first time supervisors, managers and leaders, knowing how to do it right is a key stepping stone on the road to success.</p> <p>That’s why this new book: <a href=\"http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0470891556/\">Bud to Boss</a> by <a href=\"http://www.frombudtoboss.com/authors/kevin-eikenberry\">Kevin Eikenberry</a> and <a href=\"http://www.frombudtoboss.com/authors/guy-harris\">Guy Harris</a> (Jossey-Bass, February 15, 2011) is one you probably want&nbsp; to have in your library. In the video below, co-author Kevin Eikenberry shares some highlights of what’s inside and why it is important.</p> <p>&nbsp; </p> <div style=\"display:inline;float:none;margin:0;padding:0;\" id=\"scid:5737277B-5D6D-4f48-ABFC-DD9C333F4C5D:10ef5c07-f2c2-4e85-8d40-e4068077228a\" class=\"wlWriterEditableSmartContent\"><div>[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dnOMzCRYMVE&amp;w=448&amp;h=252&amp;hd=1]</div><div style=\"width:448px;clear:both;font-size:.8em;\">BUD TO BOSS co author Kevin Eikenberry shares insights into why now is the right time for a book like BUD TO BOSS and who can benefit from its message.</div></div> <p><em>Watch the original video by Kevin Eikenberry at the </em><a href=\"http://www.frombudtoboss.com/media-room/video/\"><em>Bud To Boss website</em></a></p> <p>In the video, Kevin shared the 6 main points you will find in <em>Bud to Boss.</em>&nbsp; So I thought you might enjoy seven great quotes I found inside when I read it.</p> <p>On&nbsp; the impact you make as a leader:</p> <blockquote> <p>…like a boat, you can tell a great deal about leaders, <br>even if you have never met them, by looking at their wake—their impact on the organization.</p> <p>The two sides of a leader’s wake are <br>1. The tasks or results he accomplishes <br>2. The people or relationships he impacts</p></blockquote> <p><font color=\"#000000\">On Control and Empowerment</font></p> <blockquote> <p>You can’t tell another person that he or she is empowered. <br>That person will not act empowered until he or she feels <br>that way.</p></blockquote> <p><font color=\"#000000\">On Change:</font></p> <blockquote> <p>As a leader, how others experience change is as <br>important as how you experience it.</p></blockquote> <p>On Communication:</p> <blockquote> <p>Communication style models are good guides for <br>understanding other people. They are not rules that <br>define other people.</p></blockquote> <p><font color=\"#000000\">On Coaching:</font></p> <blockquote> <p>Coaching is more about ‘‘we’’ than ‘‘me,’’ more about <br>conversation and discovery than advice.</p></blockquote> <p><font color=\"#000000\">On Collaboration and Teams</font></p> <blockquote> <p>The way a team plays as a whole determines its success. You may have the greatest bunch of individual stars in the world, but if they don’t play together, the club won’t be worth a dime. —Babe Ruth, Baseball player</p></blockquote> <p><font color=\"#000000\">On Goals and Commitment</font></p> <blockquote> <p>Goals help you look beyond the activity and get clear on what you really want to accomplish. In other words, though time management is great, goals put the focus on accomplishment.</p></blockquote> <p><font color=\"#333333\">So that’s my sneak peek into </font><a href=\"http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0470891556/\"><font color=\"#333333\"><em><u>Bud to Boss</u></em></font></a><font color=\"#333333\"> by </font><a href=\"http://www.frombudtoboss.com/authors/kevin-eikenberry\"><font color=\"#333333\">Kevin Eikenberry</font></a><font color=\"#333333\"> and </font><a href=\"http://www.frombudtoboss.com/authors/guy-harris\"><font color=\"#333333\">Guy Harris</font></a><font color=\"#333333\">.&nbsp; It’s a great book with lots of good information and tools, plus easy to follow guides and examples. If you know someone who is making the transition from Bud to Boss for the first time or the just the next time, you may want to pass this review along…or buy them the book.&nbsp; I’m certainly appreciative that someone shared it with me.</font></p> <p><strong>Thanks for stopping by.&nbsp; Stay Tuned…</strong></p> <blockquote> <p>Joan Koerber-Walker</p></blockquote> <blockquote></blockquote> <p><strong>About the Joan: </strong></p> <p><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c013489b143d5970c-pi\"><img border=\"0\" alt=\"Koerber-Walker-056\" align=\"left\" src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c013489b143e3970c-pi\" width=\"83\" height=\"103\"></a> An entrepreneur, author, speaker and corporate advisor, <a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/www.linkedin.com/in/joankoerberwalker\">Joan Koerber-Walker\'s</a> journey has spanned from corporate America to entrepreneurship and non-profits as well as to community leadership and into the halls of Washington D.C.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; To learn more about how CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance can help you grow your business in 2011, you can contact her by clicking <a href=\"http://corepurpose.com/contact.html\">here</a>.</p> <h6>CorePurpose&nbsp; is a registered trademark of CorePurpose, Inc.&nbsp; CoreAlliance is a&nbsp; service mark of CorePurpose Inc.&nbsp; All rights reserved</h6>','Making the Journey From BUD TO BOSS','','inherit','open','open','','1575-revision-2','','','2012-08-19 23:13:59','2012-08-19 23:13:59','',1575,'http://www.corepurpose.com/1575-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(2355,2,'2012-08-19 23:14:09','2012-08-19 23:14:09','<p>Back on January 9th, I shared a story about how <a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2011/01/saturday-morning-we-all-got-a-wake-up-call.html\">we all got a wakeup call</a> when shots rang out on a sunny Saturday morning in Tucson, Arizona.&nbsp; After that day, as a nation wondered, waited and prayed, a group of friends were sharing ideas on what could be done to remember the fallen, bring the community together and begin the healing process.&nbsp; The result is a new collaborative project called <a href=\"http://www.healingtrees.org\">The Healing Trees</a> Humanitarian Program.&nbsp; </p> <p><a href=\"http://www.abc15.com/dpp/news/state/trees-to-be-planted-in-honor-of-tucson-victims\">News coverage and&nbsp; video where ABC15 news reporter Angie Holdsworth tells the story in this interview with Annie Loyd.</a></p> <div style=\"display:inline;float:none;margin:0;padding:0;\" id=\"scid:5737277B-5D6D-4f48-ABFC-DD9C333F4C5D:b843b566-d586-449c-8121-204210d2e0b8\" class=\"wlWriterEditableSmartContent\"><div>[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HwItLxtW8S4&amp;w=448&amp;h=252&amp;hd=1]</div><div style=\"width:448px;clear:both;font-size:.8em;\">Annie Loyd, one of the organizers of The Healing Trees Project speaks with Angie Holdsworth of ABC15 News.</div></div> <blockquote> <p><em></em></p> <p><em></em>&nbsp;<em>I think that I shall never see <br>A poem lovely as a tree.</em></p> <p><em>A tree whose hungry mouth is prest <br>Against the sweet earth\'s flowing breast;</em></p></blockquote><font color=\"#777777\"></font> <p>I think I was about <a href=\"http://azstarnet.com/news/local/article_28c8e686-1ca6-5b3e-ab85-965bd22c68c0.html\">Christina Taylor Green’s</a> age when I first read “TREES” by Joyce Kilmer.&nbsp; Like trees, people gain their strength from the world around them.&nbsp; They hug the earth, draw nutrients from it, and reach for the sun.&nbsp; They often stand together, but they can also stand alone.&nbsp; They put down roots, grow, and give back in many ways.&nbsp; There is something both magical and mystical about a tree.&nbsp; </p> <blockquote> <p><em>A tree that looks at God all day&nbsp;&nbsp; </em></p> <p><em>And lifts her leafy arms to pray; </em></p> <p><em>A tree that may in summer wear&nbsp;&nbsp; </em></p> <p><em>A nest of robins in her hair; <br>Upon whose bosom snow has lain; </em></p> <p><em>Who intimately lives with rain. </em></p> <p><em>Poems are made by fools like me, </em></p> <p><em>But only God can make a tree. </em></p> <p>“Trees” by Joyce Kilmer at <a href=\"http://www.bartleby.com/104/119.html\">Bartleby Online</a></p></blockquote> <p><b>Healing Trees Humanitarian Program: \"Heal Our Communities, Offer Remembrance and Celebrate Life.\" <br></b><b></b></p> <p><a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=8ria4neab&amp;et=1104304491042&amp;s=0&amp;e=001aoO6T1DmkPnlNJhE37ePT3ytEry9n_nUBrhmYfH53Kk2T2Hv-3j_s0jT-IguPNC8AF-fsxiPKkdR76E5N5zGifedWeKp09uJOSAYQl3ufMBtG3m1OW97xepQP5__fbCwVYx-AN0C35_3oyhqWZXgV5sVoXyeqteBzGQ8ZG5VU6eJimAmSGXh5qWCTrZsk2C_w5YR4HL3Z3ULPzY8w5KrrMNVKTN7y2l_\"><img style=\"margin:10px;\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"3\" alt=\"Contribute\" vspace=\"3\" align=\"right\" src=\"https://origin.ih.constantcontact.com/fs087/1104275317307/img/8.gif\" width=\"192\" height=\"231\"></a>Less than one month later after the Tucson shootings, the project has launched and is growing daily. Beginning on February 14th, Arizona Statehood Day, The Healing Trees Humanitarian Project will plant trees in Tucson and Phoenix and many additional locations throughout Arizona, the US and around the world. In the process they will be bringing communities together and demonstrating a shared desire to be to be instruments of peace, understanding and compassion in our communities. (You can see the growing list of locations at <a href=\"http://www.healingtrees.org\">www.healingtrees.org</a>.) </p> <p><strong>Each time a healing tree is planted there is a ceremony to…</strong></p> <ul> <li>offer a remembrance to those who died or were injured in Tucson.  <li>create a lasting symbol of new life in our community  <li>Create a unified moment for each of us to reflect on how we will choose to be instruments of peace, compassion and understanding with ourselves and with others </li></ul> <p>Participants come back together again 11 months later to hold themselves accountable and to reflect on how they acted as instruments of peace and will continue to do so. </p> <p><strong>Recording the Tree Plantings </strong></p> <p>In addition to the individual trees and the gatherings when they are planted, the GPS coordinates of each tree will be recorded and tracked on the Healing Trees website and will include each Healing Tree’s story, its donors’ experience, intentions and&nbsp; ceremonies.&nbsp; This allows the participants and others to visit whenever a boost of inspiration is needed and will provide stories of what we and others are doing to create deep and lasting roots. <br></p> <p><strong>It started on January 8, 2011, but it does not end there…</strong></p> <p>Annie Loyd of <a href=\"http://www.thefusionfoundation.org/\">The FUSION Foundation</a> put it like this:</p> <p>“As a direct response to the incidents of January 8, the Healing Trees Humanitarian Program: \"Heal Our Communities, Offer Remembrance and Celebrate Life.\" was created. The FUSION Foundation, the Arizona Community Tree Council and Tucson Clean and Beautiful are working together to heal our communities, offer remembrance, and celebrate life with the planting of Healing Trees across the state and across the country.&nbsp; Healing Trees are a visual life-giving memorial commemorating the lives of those who died, honoring those who were injured and paying tribute to the outstanding actions of forgiveness, compassion, understanding, kindness and love we witnessed in the wake of the tragedy by so many in the Tucson community. This is our time to do something significant to celebrate life and promote new growth- like planting trees. Through this a life-giving and earth-serving community act, together we can make a difference.” </p> <p><strong>Leading by Example</strong></p> <p>On January 27, 2011, I shared the stories of big companies and caring individuals who are <a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2011/01/leading-by-example-intel-and-us.html\">leading by example</a>.&nbsp; The Healing Trees Humanitarian Program is yet another one.&nbsp; It was born out of tragedy and a shared desire to respond with an act that would not only honor those who died or were injured but also to provide a visual support to their families, neighbors, friends and strangers whose lives changed on that fateful day. It is the work of people coming together to&nbsp; proactively create a stronger community that is committed&nbsp; life, growth and collaboration.&nbsp; </p> <p><strong>We each have&nbsp; opportunities to lead by example.</strong>&nbsp; </p> <p>Sometimes we create them and sometimes they find us.&nbsp; We lead by example when we…</p> <ul> <li>Share our talents and experience with others to solve a problem or move a project forward.  <li>Help someone else achieve their goal.  <li>Take action to bring change…instead of just talking about what’s wrong.  <li>Or maybe simply take this opportunity to become part of a community of caring people who will each plant a healing tree somewhere in the world.&nbsp; To learn more about how to participate, <a href=\"http://healingtrees.org/index.php?option=com_content&amp;view=article&amp;id=52&amp;Itemid=68\">click here</a>. </li></ul> <p>Thanks for stopping by.&nbsp; Stay Tuned…</p> <blockquote> <p>Joan Koerber-Walker</p></blockquote> <p><strong>About the Joan: </strong> <p><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c013489b143d5970c-pi\"><img style=\"margin:5px 10px 5px 5px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"Koerber-Walker-056\" align=\"left\" src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c013489b143e3970c-pi\" width=\"83\" height=\"103\"></a> An entrepreneur, author, speaker and corporate advisor, <a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/www.linkedin.com/in/joankoerberwalker\">Joan Koerber-Walker\'s</a> journey has spanned from corporate America to entrepreneurship and non-profits as well as to community leadership and into the halls of Washington D.C.&nbsp; Her past career includes two decades on the team at&nbsp; Avnet, Inc. and service as Chairman of the Board of Advisors to <a href=\"http://www.parentingaz.org\">Parenting Arizona</a>.&nbsp; Today, she serves her community as the Chairman of the Board of the <a href=\"http://www.otef.org\">Opportunity&nbsp; through&nbsp; Entrepreneurship Foundation</a> and as an advisor to The FUSION Foundation and The Healing Trees Humanitarian Project.&nbsp; To learn more about how CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance can help you grow your business in 2011, you can contact her by clicking <a href=\"http://corepurpose.com/contact.html\">here</a>.  <h6>CorePurpose&nbsp; is a registered trademark of CorePurpose, Inc.&nbsp; CoreAlliance is a&nbsp; service mark of CorePurpose Inc.&nbsp; All rights reserved</h6> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>To learn more about The Healing Trees Humanitarian Program:</strong></p> <p><a href=\"http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=8ria4neab&amp;et=1104304491042&amp;s=0&amp;e=001aoO6T1DmkPnlNJhE37ePT3ytEry9n_nUBrhmYfH53Kk2T2Hv-3j_s0jT-IguPNC8AF-fsxiPKkdR76E5N5zGifedWeKp09uJOSAYQl3ufMBtG3m1OW97xepQP5__fbCwVYx-AN0C35_3oyhqWZXgV5sVoXyeqteBzGQ8ZG5VU6eJimAmSGXh5qWCTrZsk2C_w5YR4HL3Z3ULPzY8w5KrrMNVKTN7y2l_\"><img style=\"display:inline;float:left;margin:10px 21px 10px 10px;\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"3\" alt=\"Contribute\" vspace=\"3\" align=\"left\" src=\"https://origin.ih.constantcontact.com/fs087/1104275317307/img/8.gif\" width=\"125\" height=\"150\"></a>The Healing Trees Humanitarian Program is a collaboration led by The FUSION Foundation and founding partner the <a href=\"http://aztrees.org/\">Arizona Community Tree Council</a> and its southern Arizona partner <a href=\"http://www.tucsonaz.gov/tcb/tft/\">Trees for Tucson</a> | Tucson Clean and Beautiful.<br></p> <ul> <li>email: <a href=\"mailto:info@healingtrees.org\">info@healingtrees.org</a>  <li>Facebook:&nbsp; <a href=\"http://www.facebook.com/HealingTrees\">HealingTrees</a>  <li>Twitter at <a href=\"http://twitter.com/HealingTreesAZ\">@HealingTreesAZ</a>  <li>website at <a href=\"http://www.HealingTrees.org\">HealingTrees.org</a></li></ul> <p>The funds are being managed by the <a href=\"http://aztrees.org/\">Arizona Community Tree Council</a>, a 501(c)(3) organization with more than 20 years of experience dedicated to the care and planting of trees and promoting the education and exchange of&nbsp; information about trees and the essential role they play in the well being of all Arizona communities. </p>','After tragedy, the birth of Healing Trees demonstrates leadership by example','','inherit','open','open','','1574-revision-2','','','2012-08-19 23:14:09','2012-08-19 23:14:09','',1574,'http://www.corepurpose.com/1574-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(2344,2,'2011-03-13 04:20:02','2011-03-13 04:20:02','<span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">When it comes to leading an organization, finding the right fit  for both the leader AND the team is critical to success.  When the fit is all wrong, you don’t have a  snowball’s chance in … well you know what I mean.  <!--more--></span>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.andertoons.com/cartoon/5220/\"><img src=\"http://www.andertoons.com/img/cartoons/5220.jpg\" alt=\"\'I think we have a problem.\' - An Andertoons Cartoon\" /></a>\n<div style=\"width:340px;\"><a href=\"http://www.andertoons.com/cartoon/5220/\">\n</a><a style=\"text-align:right;padding-right:5px;display:block;\" href=\"http://www.andertoons.com/\">An Andertoons Cartoon</a></div>\n<strong><span style=\"font-size:medium;\">Be up front about your culture.</span></strong>\n\n<span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">The first step in avoiding leadership meltdown is understanding the culture that exists or that you are creating within your organization.  It’s easy to slap some words up on a website and say “Here it is – this is our culture” but very few people will actually pay it a whole lot of attention. The true culture inside your organization is based on the experiences of your employees, customers, and partners.  It starts with the example set by the leaders and reflects in the faces of the organization at every level.  If you are not sure what your culture really looks like, ask questions.  Just like a brand, culture exists in the perceptions of others.  If you don’t understand those perceptions, its unlikely you will understand what your culture truly reflects.  </span>\n\n<span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">As you come to understand your culture, your true values – those that you act on and demonstrate regularly will become clear.  Your company’s history, decisions and actions are the evidence of what your organization values.  Look at your true values carefully.  Do they match what you publicly say your values are?  If so, great.  If not, go back and look at the trail of evidence.  If stated values are misaligned with your true values, your team and your customers will be confused and you will most likely be building a culture that is inconsistent with where you as the leader want it and your organization to be.</span>\n\n<span style=\"font-size:medium;\"><strong>Build around shared values</strong></span>\n\n<span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">One way to help your culture and your company to stay on course is to lay a foundation of shared values and then build on them.  Ann Rhoades, founder of <a href=\"http://www.peopleink.com/about.html\" target=\"_blank\">PeopleInk</a> and author of <a href=\"http://www.amazon.com/Built-Values-Creating-Outperforms-Competition/dp/0470901926\" target=\"_blank\">Built On Values</a> (Jossey Bass, 2011) knows what happens when you build a values based business.  Listen to what Ann shares based on first hand experience at Southwest Airlines, Jet Blue and many more great companies.</span>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n<div id=\"scid:5737277B-5D6D-4f48-ABFC-DD9C333F4C5D:467d6584-cbca-4001-8e8a-23c1915f05e8\" class=\"wlWriterEditableSmartContent\" style=\"display:inline;float:none;margin:0;padding:0;\">\n<div>[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wy_Jcq4ERr4&amp;w=448&amp;h=252&amp;hd=1]</div>\n<div style=\"width:448px;clear:both;font-size:.8em;\">Ann Rhoades, founder of PeopleInk shares what it means to lead and succeed as a values based organization. (Video by John Wiley and Sons)</div>\n</div>\n<a href=\"http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wy_Jcq4ERr4\" target=\"_blank\">(Watch at YouTube )</a>\n\n<span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">When I first started CorePurpose back in 2002, Ann was one of the very first people to help me get started.  I still remember sitting at Z-Tejas over queso dip and chips and listening to Ann share her wisdom and experience.  The lessons she taught are <span style=\"font-size:x-small;\"><span style=\"font-size:x-small;\"><span style=\"font-size:x-small;\"><img style=\"display:inline;float:right;margin:5px 5px 5px 10px;\" src=\"http://peopleink.com/images/Built%20on%20Values%20book%20coverModified3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"177\" height=\"264\" align=\"right\" /></span></span></span>still part of our culture today.  They are…</span>\n<ol>\n	<li><span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">As a leader, be clear on your values and demonstrate them in your words AND actions.  If you are consistently true to them, your team and your company will be too.</span></li>\n	<li><span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">Hire and fire based on values.  </span></li>\n	<li><span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">Choose teammates employees, partners and customers whose values mesh with yours.   </span><span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">If you and your team share the same values, you will not have to worry about motivating them…they are already motivated.</span></li>\n	<li><span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">When your company and its culture are built on solid values, your business will be on solid footing.</span></li>\n</ol>\n<span style=\"font-size:x-small;\">If you have not picked up a copy of <a href=\"http://www.amazon.com/Built-Values-Creating-Outperforms-Competition/dp/0470901926\" target=\"_blank\">Built On Values</a> yet, I encourage you to do so.  Ann’s wisdom has served me well and it can help you and your team too.</span>\n\n<strong><span style=\"font-size:medium;\">Thanks for stopping by.  Stay tuned…</span></strong>\n\n<strong><em>Joan Koerber-Walker</em></strong>\n\n<strong><em></em></strong>\n\n<strong><a href=\"http://startupprincess.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/Joan-Koerber-Walker.jpg\"><img style=\"display:inline;float:left;margin:5px;\" title=\"Joan Koerber-Walker_Thumbnail \" src=\"http://startupprincess.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/Joan-Koerber-Walker.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"70\" height=\"70\" align=\"left\" /></a>Joan Koerber-Walker</strong> is a two time Stevie Award National Finalist and Chairman of the Board of <a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.com/\">CorePurpose, Inc</a>. and the <a href=\"http://www.otef.org/\">Opportunity Through Entrepreneurship Foundation</a>.  She also serves as Executive in Residence for <a href=\"http://www.callamanventures.com\" target=\"_blank\">Callaman Ventures</a> and on the boards of for profit and nonprofit organizations.  As the former CEO of the Arizona Small Business Association and a past member of the Board of Trustees of the National Small Business Association she has worked with hundreds of small businesses and on behalf of thousands.  Chat with her on Twitter as <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/joankw\">@joankw</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwgrowth\">@JKWgrowth</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwinnovation\">@JKWinnovation</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwleadership\">@JKWleadership</a> and <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/corepurpose\">@CorePurpose</a> or at her blog at <a href=\"http://www.JoanKoerber-Walker.com\">www.JoanKoerber-Walker.com</a>.\n\n&nbsp;','Do you have a snowball’s chance in …','','inherit','open','open','','1583-revision','','','2011-03-13 04:20:02','2011-03-13 04:20:02','',1583,'http://www.corepurpose.com/1583-revision/',0,'revision','',0),(1700,1001003,'2012-08-16 18:55:01','2012-08-16 18:55:01','','AmandaVega100','','inherit','open','open','','amandavega100','','','2012-08-16 18:55:01','2012-08-16 18:55:01','',0,'http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/AmandaVega100.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(351,1001003,'2012-07-12 08:31:10','2012-07-12 08:31:10','Whether you are a beginner or a pro, when it comes to winning in the innovation game, sometimes you need that extra edge.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><a href=\"http://www.andertoons.com/cartoon/5506/\"><img src=\"http://www.andertoons.com/img/cartoons/5506.jpg\" alt=\"Sales Cartoon #5506 by Andertoons\" />\r\n</a><a href=\"http://www.andertoons.com/cartoons/sales/\">Andertoons Sales Cartoons</a></div>\r\nMost  innovators can tell you that success is tied to a number of factors.  When they come together in the right order and with the right combinations, it can lead to a winning run.  It’s a bit like a game of pool.\r\n<h3>You need a good break</h3>\r\n<blockquote>In the game of pool, the \"break\" occurs when the player shoots into the racked balls to start the pool game. This break causes the balls to disperse all around the table where they may be shot at and pocketed.</blockquote>\r\nIn the innovation game, you may need to exert a bit a force to reorder things.  The form of our business may be shaped by process, procedure and institutional knowledge that says that this is the way we have always done it so this is the way it is done.  Sometimes it takes a a bit of applied energy to break up that old thinking and spread things out so that you can make room for new opportunities.\r\n<h3>Scope out ALL your aim spots.</h3>\r\n<blockquote>The \"aim spot\" is the exact spot where the cue tip contacts the cue ball or where the cue ball connects with the object ball to send it sailing towards the pocket.</blockquote>\r\nKnowing where to apply your energy to effect forward movement is an art.  The best pool players know this and so do the most successful innovators.  Your first point of impact is critical.  Scanning the various opportunities spread out before you and then choosing the one most likely for success takes a combination of focus and strategy.  Select the one that is best positioned to get to that first success point while also positioning yourself for the follow up shot.  Then focus in on your first action, identify exactly where you need to apply your impact.\r\n<h3>Be sure to call your shot</h3>\r\n<blockquote>To \"call\" your shot means to verbally announce which ball you are shooting for and where you plan to pocket it.</blockquote>\r\n<p align=\"left\">In pool, if your don’t call your shot, the point does not count. In business we ‘call our shot’ by letting the team know the who-what-where-and why of our strategy.  If we don’t call it clearly, the team’s efforts are scattered and the impact is lessened.  Lack of a clearly stated direction can have your team bouncing all over the place and missing out on new opportunities or missing what you are shooting for completely.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3 align=\"left\">Reach Farther</h3>\r\n<blockquote>The \"bridge\" is where the shaft of the cue stick is rested on and where it slides when taking a shot. This bridge may either be the \"bridge hand\", or the \"bridge stick\", which is used when a longer reach is needed to access the cue ball.</blockquote>\r\n<p align=\"left\">Sometimes the shot you need is outside your personal reach.  You need a tool or a “hand” to line things up.  This may be an advisor, an investor or a strategic partner.  Whatever resource you need... use it.  Many a shot was missed when we fail to use the tools and resources at our disposal.  True innovation makes it better for all of your key constituencies – employees, customers, partners, and investors.  Bring them into the mix early and work in combination.</p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Master the Art of the Combination</h3>\r\n<blockquote>A \"combination\" is where the cue ball hits one object ball into another, with the intent of sinking one of the object balls.</blockquote>\r\nInnovation rarely occurs as a single event or action.  Normally it is a chain where one change can affect multiple results.  Look for all the possible applications your innovation can apply to.  Don’t limit yourself to only one.  Equally important, combine your energies with other strategic partners who can also benefit.  Use their reach and energy to move the game forward faster.\r\n<h3>Take advantage of your edge</h3>\r\nInnovation can give you that extra edge..but knowing how to execute will give you a chance to run the table.  So rack up those new ideas, line up your shot and get in the game.','Sometimes you need that extra edge','','inherit','open','open','','285-revision-3','','','2012-07-12 08:31:10','2012-07-12 08:31:10','',285,'http://new.corepurpose.com/285-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(2247,2,'2012-08-19 23:41:39','2012-08-19 23:41:39','<div>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_521\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"239\" caption=\"Joan Koerber-Walker CEO, Entrepreneur, Business Innovator, and Philanthropist\"]<a href=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/media-kit/1-2/koerber-walker-056/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-521\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-521\" title=\"Joan Koerber-Walker\" src=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Koerber-Walker-056-239x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"239\" height=\"300\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\">As Chairman and CEO  of CorePurpose, Inc., Joan leads and organization that focuses on Fortune 500 companies as well as emerging industry leaders to deliver sustainable results by combining the experience, skills and talents within teams to create focused business environments that maximize innovation, growth, profitability and return on investment.   The company, which she founded in 2002, includes three divisions – CorePurpose Publishing, Business Advisory, and the CoreAlliance, a portfolio of 45 expert organizations specializing in Human Resources, Sales &amp; Marketing, Operations, Finance and IT.</p>\r\n\r\n</div>\r\nActive in the entrepreneurial and investment communities, she serves as President and CEO of the Arizona Bioindustry Association (AZBio) and leads the fastest growing healthcare and bioscience industry in the United States.  She also serves as Chairman of the Board of the Opportunity Through Entrepreneurship Foundation which provides entrepreneurial education, mentoring and support to at-risk members of the community and hosts the Arizona Entrepreneurship Conference each year in November.\r\n\r\n<a style=\"color: #ff4b33; line-height: 24px;\" href=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/founder/sawe04_finalist_l-2/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-2176\"><img class=\"alignleft  wp-image-2176\" title=\"Stevie Award Finalist 2004\" src=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/SAWE04_Finalist_L-195x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"117\" height=\"180\" /></a><a href=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/founder/stevie-2007/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-2175\"><img class=\"alignleft  wp-image-2175\" title=\"stevie 2007\" src=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/stevie-2007-209x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"125\" height=\"180\" /></a>\r\nFrom December 2006 to December 2008, Joan served as the CEO of ASBA (the Arizona Small Business Association) a 3,000 member entrepreneurial business organization representing over 200,000 employees across the state of Arizona and as a member of the Board of Trustees of the National Small Business Association in Washington D.C. She and her team of talented executives delivered economic development support, business connectivity, educational services, premier business events, public policy direction, and risk management solutions to business along the growth path. In 2004, she was recognized by the Stevie Awards, the “Oscar” for women entrepreneurs as one of the leading entrepreneurial women in the United States and again in 2007 as one of the nation’s leading small business executives.\r\n\r\nPrior to founding CorePurpose, Joan’s career includes two decades of experience in technology distribution where she held a wide range of positions in Management, Marketing, Sales, and Operations. She was instrumental in the development of Avnet’s ASIC/FPGA business and the launch of Avnet’s first Telesales operation. While directing the  Global Supplier Contracts process for Avnet’s three operating groups (Electronics Marketing, Applied Computing and Computer Marketing), Joan worked closely with over 700 technology partners worldwide and is experienced in the challenges and the joys of working in the global business arena from cultural, operational and legal perspectives.\r\n\r\nHaving a track record for delivering substantial results, she develops and implements solutions to business challenges within smaller, focused organizations and within Fortune 500 multi-national corporations. In addition to her activities as a CEO and advisor to companies on strategy and execution, Joan shares her experiences in keynotes at universities and in the professional community on key strategies for personal and organizational growth and with a social media community of over 150,000 via Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and the CorePurpose Blog.\r\n\r\nIn recent years she has served as President of the National Speakers Association/Arizona, Chair of the Board of Advisors to Parenting Arizona, the state’s largest child abuse prevention organization., as a member of the Executive Committee of the Industry Advisory Board for the Thomas and Joan Read Center at Texas A&amp;M University, on the Board of Directors of the Arizona Technology Council and as Treasurer and Board Member for Ribomed Biotechnologies, Inc. in Carlsbad, California. She is the author of <em>Connecting Resources—A Primer for Electronics Distribution </em>and <em>Working—a Management Tale of Changing Relationships in Changing Times </em>as well as numerous articles and audio programs for the business community. In addition, her experiences in the evolving world of social media are featured in <em>The Social Media Bible</em> (Lon Safko, John Wiley and Sons) and <em>The ROI of Social Media</em> (Steven Groves et al, John Wiley and Sons.)  Joan holds an MBA (2000) from the W. <em>P. Carey School of Business at Arizona</em> State University and a bachelor’s in economics from the University of Delaware.  Joan and her husband Chris live in Phoenix with their sons Christopher and Nicholas.  <strong></strong>','Founder','','inherit','open','open','','2178-revision-3','','','2012-08-19 23:41:39','2012-08-19 23:41:39','',2178,'http://new.corepurpose.com/2178-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(353,1001003,'2012-07-12 08:31:10','2012-07-12 08:31:10','CorePurpose Publishing Announces the offical release of <strong><em>The Recipe: A fable for leaders and teams</em></strong> by Amlya Antonetti.\r\n\r\nHere are just a few of the eevents around the May 1, 2010 Launch:\r\n\r\nMay 1, 2010 - Official Publication Date\r\n\r\nMay 3, 2010 - Special AMAZON email promotion releases - stay tuned for lots of great opportunities.\r\n\r\nMay 11, 2010 - Author Event and Leadership Panel at Barnes and Noble\' flagship store at Lincoln Traingle in NYC.  For more details on this great free event and tweetup - <a href=\"http://therecipenyc.eventbrite.com/\" target=\"_blank\">click here</a>\r\n\r\nAnd just released April 16th - a special look inside the book - Enter the world of The Recpe and the team at Prosperous Bakery and enjoy!\r\n\r\n<a style=\"margin: 12px auto 6px auto; font-family: Helvetica,Arial,Sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; -x-system-font: none; display: block; text-decoration: underline;\" title=\"View The Recipe: A Fable for leaders and teams  2 Chapter Preview on Scribd\" href=\"http://www.scribd.com/doc/30100165/The-Recipe-A-Fable-for-leaders-and-teams-2-Chapter-Preview\">The Recipe: A Fable for leaders and teams 2 Chapter Preview</a><iframe id=\"doc_48345\" src=\"http://www.scribd.com/embeds/30100165/content?start_page=1&amp;view_mode=list&amp;access_key=key-ld4wa7ks806tp5rs4ju\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"100%\" height=\"600\" data-auto-height=\"true\" data-aspect-ratio=\"0.772727272727273\"></iframe>','The Recipe by Amilya Antonetti - Special Two Chapter Preview from CorePurpose Publishing','','inherit','open','open','','247-revision-8','','','2012-07-12 08:31:10','2012-07-12 08:31:10','',247,'http://new.corepurpose.com/247-revision-8/',0,'revision','',0),(2398,2,'2013-05-11 16:49:32','2013-05-11 16:49:32','<div style=\"width:340px;\"> <p>Whether you are charting the course for your personal career or the path your company will follow, there are two questions that have a significant impact on future success:</p> <ul> <li>What do you want to be?  <li>Why you want to?</li></ul> <p><a href=\"http://www.andertoons.com/cartoon/5032/\"><img style=\"display:inline;float:right;border-style:none;\" alt=\"Family Cartoon #5032 by Andertoons\" align=\"right\" src=\"http://www.andertoons.com/img/cartoons/5032.jpg\"></a> <br></a></p><a style=\"text-align:center;padding-right:5px;display:block;\" href=\"http://www.andertoons.com/cartoons/family/\">Andertoons Family Cartoons</a></div> <p>Mark Anderson’s cartoon may make us smile at the perspective of children on a playground – but the bigger question is one that as adults many of us struggle to answer or even are afraid to when we honestly assess career or company.</p> <p>Let’s look at it from the personal and business perspective:</p> <p><strong>In your career:</strong></p> <p>Is your primary goal focused on money or personal satisfaction? </p> <p>When you tell people what you do, are you proud of it? </p> <p>If you could do ANYTHING, would you be doing what you do today? </p> <p>If you were asked WHY you do what you do – would you be happy with the answer? </p> <p>Would you want your children to follow in your footsteps?</p> <p>These questions may sound basic, but when you consider that we spend 5 out of 7 days …or more in our chosen careers, it’s worth giving some real thought.</p> <p><strong>In your business:</strong></p> <p>Is your primary goal focused on the bottom line or a broader mission? </p> <p>If an outsider was asked what your company is all about, would it match what you&nbsp; say internally? </p> <p>Management jargon aside – what business are you REALLY in. </p> <p>Do you and your team have what they need to achieve your mission? </p> <p>Are you a leader in your industry or space?&nbsp; Do you even want to be? </p> <p>Is your goal to innovate and push the boundaries of your industry or are you better positioned to follow trends.&nbsp; (There are draw backs and benefits to both.) </p> <p>If you could only invest in one company in the whole world – is this the one you would choose – and why? </p> <p>If you asked&nbsp; a random 10% of your employees these same questions, what do you think their answers would sound like?</p> <p><strong>What do you want to be… and why?</strong></p> <p>Here’s how I answer these questions:</p> <p>For myself, I am what I want to be… a business builder.&nbsp; The title does not matter as much as the work.&nbsp; Seeing a company or organization that has&nbsp; great potential and can lead in its field and helping it get there makes the hard work and risk worth while.&nbsp; Some might call this entrepreneurial, others call it corporate leadership. To me, the process of identifying opportunity, creating the structure and delivering value for customers, employees, investors and partners in a way where everyone benefits excites me.&nbsp; It’s who I am and what I do well.&nbsp; </p> <p>Why do I do it?&nbsp; I cannot imagine doing anything else.&nbsp; </p> <p>At <a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.com\">CorePurpose</a>, we do the same things.&nbsp; By providing services and solutions that build businesses and working with others to help find the answers to THEIR questions, we help them create value for their customers, employees, investors, and partners and create value for ours too.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> <p>Why do we do it? Because we chose for our team people who are the <strong>best</strong> at what they do and share a belief that businesses grow when they can ask the right questions… find the right answers…and act on them.</p> <p><strong>Feel free to share the answers to yours in the comments below.&nbsp; </strong></p> <p>They may sound simple, but if you really think hard …and honestly, you might be surprised by what your answers are.</p> <p><strong>Thanks for stopping by.&nbsp; Stay Tuned…</strong></p> <blockquote> <p><strong>Joan Koerber-Walker</strong></p></blockquote> <p><strong>About the Joan: </strong> <p><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c013489b143d5970c-pi\"><img style=\"margin:5px 10px 5px 5px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"Koerber-Walker-056\" align=\"left\" src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c013489b143e3970c-pi\" width=\"83\" height=\"103\"></a> An entrepreneur, author, speaker and corporate advisor, <a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/www.linkedin.com/in/joankoerberwalker\">Joan Koerber-Walker\'s</a> journey has spanned from corporate America to entrepreneurship and non-profits as well as to community leadership and into the halls of Washington D.C.&nbsp;&nbsp; To learn more about how CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance can help you grow your business in 2011, you can contact her by clicking <a href=\"http://corepurpose.com/contact.html\">here</a>.  <h6>CorePurpose&nbsp; is a registered trademark of CorePurpose, Inc.&nbsp; CoreAlliance is a&nbsp; service mark of CorePurpose Inc.&nbsp; All rights reserved</h6> <div style=\"display:inline;float:none;margin:0;padding:0;\" id=\"scid:0767317B-992E-4b12-91E0-4F059A8CECA8:1a2c0d57-abf7-4434-a23f-f55a4fc10be8\" class=\"wlWriterEditableSmartContent\">Technorati Tags: <a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Joan+Koerber-Walker\" rel=\"tag\">Joan Koerber-Walker</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/CorePurpose\" rel=\"tag\">CorePurpose</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Entrepreneurs\" rel=\"tag\">Entrepreneurs</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/corporate+growth\" rel=\"tag\">corporate growth</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Careers\" rel=\"tag\">Careers</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Success+Tips\" rel=\"tag\">Success Tips</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Business+Tips\" rel=\"tag\">Business Tips</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Career+Questions\" rel=\"tag\">Career Questions</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Career+Search\" rel=\"tag\">Career Search</a></div>','Success Tip: Know what you want to be…and why','','inherit','open','open','','1572-revision-4','','','2013-05-11 16:49:32','2013-05-11 16:49:32','',1572,'http://www.corepurpose.com/1572-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(2399,2,'2013-05-11 16:49:33','2013-05-11 16:49:33','<p><a href=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/dreams-and-delivery.jpg\"><img style=\"background-image:none;border-bottom:0;border-left:0;padding-left:0;padding-right:0;display:inline;border-top:0;border-right:0;padding-top:0;margin:5px;\" title=\"Dreams-and-Delivery\" border=\"0\" alt=\"Dreams-and-Delivery\" src=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/dreams-and-delivery_thumb.jpg\" width=\"344\" height=\"229\"></a></p> <p>We all dream.&nbsp; Without dreams there would be no innovation, no entrepreneurs, no purpose.&nbsp; From our dreams come vision, inspiration and hope.&nbsp; But dreams are not enough.&nbsp; To move from the world of dreams to the reality of success, you need to deliver.&nbsp; Otherwise you just keep dreaming and never get to see your dreams become real.</p> <p><em><strong>In dreams begins responsibility. - <a href=\"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Butler_Yeats\">William Butler Yeats</a></strong></em></p> <p>As entrepreneurs and as innovators we are in the dream business.&nbsp; As leaders, we share our dreams and encourage others to believe in them to.&nbsp; This, as Yeats shared, brings with it responsibility.&nbsp; Daring to share your dreams means committing to do everything in your power to make them happen.&nbsp; It also brings the obligation to be very clear in what is illusion and what is fact. When others depend on your dreams for the basis of theirs, you better be ready to deliver. There is nothing worse that having to explain yourself to a disillusioned dreamer who believed in YOU.</p> <p><strong><em>If you can dream it, you can do it. Always remember that this whole thing was started with a dream and a mouse. - <a href=\"http://disney.go.com/vault/read/walt/index.html\">Walt Disney</a></em></strong>  <p>Too often I hear people quote Disney, but they only use the first part of the the quote.&nbsp; It sounds so good to say and hear: “If you can dream it, you can do it.” The reality is that while Disney is arguably one of the most creative innovators of the last century, he was also gifted in the art of delivery.&nbsp; The second half of this famous quote is critically important. Note that he said that it “started with a dream and a mouse.”&nbsp; It did not end there.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Disney worked tirelessly to build his business, create a vision, recruit top talent to make things happen, and monitored quality of delivery every step of the way.&nbsp; Disney was not just a dreamer, he was a doer.  <p><strong><em>Let go of the past and go for the future. Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you imagined. - <a href=\"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_David_Thoreau\">Henry David Thoreau</a> </em></strong> <p>What you accomplished in the past is the basis for your experience and that’s about it.&nbsp; Whether you are sharing your professional history in a resume or sharing your company strategy in a business plan, the message needs to clearly state what you can and will do.&nbsp; That is what employers are hiring you for, what investors and customers put their money behind, and what employees buy into.&nbsp; Dreams, imagination, and vision may get people excited, but a solid plan and clear direction lead to follow through.&nbsp; Focus on how you will deliver and do it. That is what it takes to “live the life you have imagined.”&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> <p><strong><em>The best way to make your dreams come true is to wake up. - </em></strong><a href=\"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Val%C3%A9ry\"><strong><em>Paul Valéry</em></strong></a></p> <p>We all dream.&nbsp; Success comes when we wake up, get moving, and deliver.</p> <h5><strong>Thanks for stopping by.&nbsp; Stay tuned....</strong></h5> <p><em>Joan Koerber-Walker</em></p> <p><strong>A note about the quotes you read here.&nbsp; </strong></p> <p>Each of the quotes you read in this post where selected not just for their message but for their authors.&nbsp; Each is linked to a bio you might want to read.&nbsp; Yeats won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1923 and was active in both the arts and the changing times of his native Ireland.&nbsp; Disney turned dreams and imagination into what is today a global entertainment and media empire.&nbsp; Thoreau championed ecology and environmentalism over 150 years ago. Talk about a “green” pioneer.&nbsp; Valéry was a celebrated writer, champion of the arts and advocate for academia and the sciences.&nbsp; At one point in his life, he took a 20 year hiatus from writing.&nbsp; When he ended his ‘great silence’ and woke up, he published a work that has been lauded as one of the greatest French poems of the 20th century.</p> <p><strong>About the Joan: </strong> <p><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c013489b143d5970c-pi\"><img style=\"margin:5px 10px 5px 2px;\" border=\"0\" alt=\"Koerber-Walker-056\" align=\"left\" src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c013489b143e3970c-pi\" width=\"83\" height=\"103\"></a> An entrepreneur, author, speaker and corporate advisor, <a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/www.linkedin.com/in/joankoerberwalker\">Joan Koerber-Walker\'s</a> journey has spanned from corporate America to entrepreneurship and non-profits as well as to community leadership and into the halls of Washington D.C.&nbsp;&nbsp; To learn more about how CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance can help you grow your business in 2011, you can contact her by clicking <a href=\"http://corepurpose.com/contact.html\">here</a>.  <h6>CorePurpose&nbsp; is a registered trademark of CorePurpose, Inc.&nbsp; CoreAlliance is a&nbsp; service mark of CorePurpose Inc.&nbsp; All rights reserved</h6> <p>&nbsp;</p>  <div style=\"display:inline;float:none;margin:0;padding:0;\" id=\"scid:0767317B-992E-4b12-91E0-4F059A8CECA8:17b6ec4a-99fb-42dc-8807-dd26fa9c57be\" class=\"wlWriterEditableSmartContent\">Technorati Tags: <a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Joan+Koerber-Walker\" rel=\"tag\">Joan Koerber-Walker</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/CorePurpose\" rel=\"tag\">CorePurpose</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Business+Tips\" rel=\"tag\">Business Tips</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Success+Tips\" rel=\"tag\">Success Tips</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Dreams+and+Dreamers\" rel=\"tag\">Dreams and Dreamers</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Entrepreneurs\" rel=\"tag\">Entrepreneurs</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Innovators+Warehouse\" rel=\"tag\">Innovators Warehouse</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Literature+and+Poets\" rel=\"tag\">Literature and Poets</a></div>','The Success Tip: Dream then Deliver','','inherit','open','open','','1571-revision-4','','','2013-05-11 16:49:33','2013-05-11 16:49:33','',1571,'http://www.corepurpose.com/1571-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(2400,2,'2013-05-11 16:49:36','2013-05-11 16:49:36','<a href=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/img_1890.jpg\"><img style=\"background-image:none;padding-left:0;padding-right:0;display:inline;float:right;padding-top:0;border-width:0;margin:5px;\" title=\"AZBio Member John Hoffman of QMR\" src=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/img_1890_thumb.jpg\" alt=\"AZBio Member John Hoffman of QMR\" width=\"244\" height=\"184\" align=\"right\" border=\"0\" /></a>\n\nThis week, Tuesday in fact, I have my first BIG meeting as the <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/staff10.asp\" target=\"_blank\">President and CEO</a> of <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org\">AZBIO</a>, the Arizona BioIndustry Association.  It’s probably the most important meeting we will have all year – the first phase of our strategic planning process.\n\nThere will be other important events and meetings through out the year, but this one lays the foundation for what we will do and who we will do it for.<!--more-->\n\nYou see, unlike a for-profit corporation who can choose who they serve, (customers, employees, or shareholders) our CorePurpose is clearly defined.  As a 501c6 membership association – we have one prime directive – to serve our members.  They are why we exist – thus Creating Value For Our <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/Membership_directory_listing.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Members</a> Is AZ Bio\'s CorePurpose.\n\n<strong>Who we are.</strong>\n\nAZBio is a community made up of member organizations in business, research, government, and other professions involved in biosciences from across the state of Arizona and in partnership with leading organizations across the country.\n\n<strong>What we do. (Our Mission) </strong>\n\nAs the unified voice of the bioscience industry in Arizona, AZBio strives to make Arizona an environment where bioscience organizations can grow and succeed.  We…\n<ul>\n	<li><strong>create </strong>a forum for the bioscience community to join together</li>\n	<li><strong>educate</strong> policy makers and the public</li>\n	<li><strong>advance</strong> the economic interests of individual organizations as well as the sector as a whole</li>\n</ul>\n<strong>How we do it. (Our Values) </strong>\n<ul>\n	<li><strong>Listen</strong> to our Members</li>\n	<li><strong>Communicate</strong> with Policy Makers and Key Influencers</li>\n	<li><strong>Connect </strong>organizations and resources across the state, the country and the world</li>\n	<li><strong>Take Action</strong> to meet Member needs</li>\n	<li><strong>Measure Results</strong></li>\n</ul>\n<h4><strong>Getting Ready for the BIG meeting</strong></h4>\n<strong><a href=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/img_1888.jpg\"><img style=\"background-image:none;padding-left:0;padding-right:0;display:inline;float:right;padding-top:0;border-width:0;margin:5px 5px 5px 4px;\" title=\"An evening at US Airways Center cheering for  the Phoenix Suns\" src=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/img_1888_thumb.jpg\" alt=\"An evening at US Airways Center cheering for  the Phoenix Suns\" width=\"244\" height=\"184\" align=\"right\" border=\"0\" /></a></strong>\n\nSince coming on board on March 21, 2011, I have been visiting with Members (and potential members too) and listening to what they can teach me about how AZBIO can serve them better.  Sometimes it was a formal meeting  with one of our committees or groups.   Others times we got together in a less formal setting like when a friend of AZBio lent us their box at the Suns game and I got to spend the evening  learning from 11 different people from across our community including  <a href=\"http://www.linkedin.com/in/qmrllc\" target=\"_blank\">John Hoffman of QMR</a>. (People love to be listened to.  See how he is smiling in the picture above.)  I have a lot more learning to do.  In these early days, I have been listening to the key players on the court, our <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/leadership.asp\" target=\"_blank\">Board of Directors</a>, incredible supporters like <a href=\"http://www.flinn.org/\" target=\"_blank\">The Flinn Foundation</a> and <a href=\"http://www.bio.org/\" target=\"_blank\">BIO</a> and others that are close in.  Tonight, on the eve of the BIG meeting, I get to meet with many more as we host <a href=\"https://www.azbio.org/pdf/Event%20Flyers/AzBio%20leg%20invite-2011%20v2-ed.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">An Evening with the BioSciences</a> at the Arizona Science Center and get the latest update on our <a href=\"http://www.flinn.org/file/walt_plosila_ppt_bio_roadmap_2011.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">Arizona BioScience Roadmap</a> from Walt Plosila of Battelle. So far I have just gotten a taste, there is lots more listening to do.  With over 800 bioscience companies in Arizona, not to mention even more across our ecosystem – the people I need to listen too would overflow the <a href=\"http://www.usairwayscenter.com/arena/welcome/\" target=\"_blank\">US Airways Center</a> and then some!\n<h4>It’s almost time</h4>\nAs a leaders, we never stop listening.  But after listening comes planning and action.  That’s why Tuesday’s meeting is so BIG.  Together with AZBio’s leaders we are mapping out our plan of action for the days ahead and getting ready to execute on that plan.\n\nWe’ll be asking and answering  <a href=\"http://blogs.hbr.org/events/2011/04/strategy-questions-to-help-you.html\" target=\"_blank\">7 key questions</a> to identify any critical gaps in our strategy execution processes, focus on the most important choices we must make, and understand what\'s at stake so we can get everyone across our ecosystem on the team.\n\nAnd, through it all, we will be keeping one thing top of mind -  <strong>Creating Value For Our </strong><a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/Membership_directory_listing.asp\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Members</strong></a><strong> Is AZ Bio\'s CorePurpose. </strong>\n\nSo that’s what I have planned for this week.  What’s on your calendar?\n\nThanks for stopping by.  Stay tuned…\n\nJoan Koerber-Walker\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong><a href=\"http://startupprincess.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/Joan-Koerber-Walker.jpg\"><img style=\"margin:5px;\" title=\"Joan Koerber-Walker_Thumbnail \" src=\"http://startupprincess.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/Joan-Koerber-Walker.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"70\" height=\"70\" align=\"left\" /></a>Joan Koerber-Walker</strong> is President and CEO of <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org\">AZBio</a>, the Arizona BioIndustry Association.  A two time Stevie Award National Finalist and former Fortune 500 executive, she is also the  Chairman of the Board of <a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.com/\">CorePurpose, Inc</a>. and the <a href=\"http://www.otef.org/\">Opportunity Through Entrepreneurship Foundation</a> and serves as Executive in Residence for <a href=\"http://www.callamanventures.com\">Callaman Ventures</a>.  As the former CEO of the Arizona Small Business Association and a past member of the Board of Trustees of the National Small Business Association in Washington, D.C. she has worked with hundreds of small businesses and on behalf of thousands.  Chat with her on Twitter as <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/joankw\">@joankw</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwgrowth\">@JKWgrowth</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwinnovation\">@JKWinnovation</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwleadership\">@JKWleadership</a> and <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/corepurpose\">@CorePurpose</a> or at her blog at <a href=\"http://www.JoanKoerber-Walker.com\">www.JoanKoerber-Walker.com</a>.\n<div id=\"scid:0767317B-992E-4b12-91E0-4F059A8CECA8:bda47467-96c9-4c6f-9f66-8adf12af5536\" class=\"wlWriterEditableSmartContent\" style=\"display:inline;float:none;margin:0;padding:0;\">Technorati Tags: <a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/AZBio\" rel=\"tag\">AZBio</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Joan+Koerber-Walker\" rel=\"tag\">Joan Koerber-Walker</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/CorePurpose\" rel=\"tag\">CorePurpose</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Strategy\" rel=\"tag\">Strategy</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Execution\" rel=\"tag\">Execution</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/AZ+BioIndustry\" rel=\"tag\">AZ BioIndustry</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Arizona\" rel=\"tag\">Arizona</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/BIO\" rel=\"tag\">BIO</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Flinn+Foundation\" rel=\"tag\">Flinn Foundation</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/What+is+your+CorePurpose\" rel=\"tag\">What is your CorePurpose</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/Business+Tips\" rel=\"tag\">Business Tips</a>,<a href=\"http://technorati.com/tags/leadership\" rel=\"tag\">leadership</a></div>','What\'s Your CorePurpose? 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font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/efunds3/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/efund.jpg\" alt=\"AviMail Sample Page\" width=\"233\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"bluelink\">View This Sample</span><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Referral Marketing</strong></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse AviMail to build your database of loyal customers, conduct ongoing customer relationship management and enjoy the ongoing benefits of referral marketing.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" /><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/sound_speed1/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/alycia1.jpg\" alt=\"AviMail Sample Page\" width=\"233\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"bluelink\">View This Sample</span><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Sales Presentations</strong></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse AviMail to improve response times, increase conversions and lower customer acquisition and retention costs.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" />  <a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/canon1/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/cannon.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"232\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"bluelink\">View This Sample</span><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Brochures</strong></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse an AviMail to reduce mailing costs, reach targeted customers, and increase response rates.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" />  <a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a class=\"bluelink\" href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/fords2/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/ford.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"233\" height=\"94\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" vspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\nView This Sample','AviMail Internet Solutions (TM)','','inherit','open','open','','1743-revision-10','','','2012-08-16 20:03:15','2012-08-16 20:03:15','',1743,'http://new.corepurpose.com/1743-revision-10/',0,'revision','',0),(1756,1001003,'2012-08-16 20:03:52','2012-08-16 20:03:52','<span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\">\r\n</span></span>\r\n<h4>AviMail is 21st Century e-Marketing ...</h4>\r\nAudio Video Interactive E-Mail is high-impact, measurable and cost-effective, incorporating the latest in rich-media and integrated video to take best advantage of broadband connectivity which the majority of recipients now enjoy. AviMail is the ideal tool for corporate communications, online coupons, movie trailers, newsletters, surveys, demos, customer service, and so many more messages.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><h4><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Corporate Communications</span></h4></span>\r\n\r\nUse AviMail to send corporate invitations, press releases, executive briefings, product information and investor relation materials\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" />  <a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/bellac_rl2/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/acura.jpg\" alt=\"AviMail Sample Page\" width=\"233\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/bellac_rl2/index.htm\')\">View This Sample</a><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Brand Advertising</strong></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse AviMail to enhance brand recognition within an industry or category of goods and services in both B-to-B, customer loyalty and general consumer advertising.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" /><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/efunds3/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/efund.jpg\" alt=\"AviMail Sample Page\" width=\"233\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"bluelink\">View This Sample</span><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Referral Marketing</strong></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse AviMail to build your database of loyal customers, conduct ongoing customer relationship management and enjoy the ongoing benefits of referral marketing.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" /><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/sound_speed1/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/alycia1.jpg\" alt=\"AviMail Sample Page\" width=\"233\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"bluelink\">View This Sample</span><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Sales Presentations</strong></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse AviMail to improve response times, increase conversions and lower customer acquisition and retention costs.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" />  <a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/canon1/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/cannon.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"232\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"bluelink\">View This Sample</span><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Brochures</strong></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse an AviMail to reduce mailing costs, reach targeted customers, and increase response rates.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" />  <a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a class=\"bluelink\" href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/fords2/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/ford.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"233\" height=\"94\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" vspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\nView This Sample','AviMail Internet Solutions (TM)','','inherit','open','open','','1743-revision-11','','','2012-08-16 20:03:52','2012-08-16 20:03:52','',1743,'http://new.corepurpose.com/1743-revision-11/',0,'revision','',0),(1757,1001003,'2012-08-16 20:03:53','2012-08-16 20:03:53','<span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\">\r\n</span></span>\r\n<h4>AviMail is 21st Century e-Marketing ...</h4>\r\nAudio Video Interactive E-Mail is high-impact, measurable and cost-effective, incorporating the latest in rich-media and integrated video to take best advantage of broadband connectivity which the majority of recipients now enjoy. AviMail is the ideal tool for corporate communications, online coupons, movie trailers, newsletters, surveys, demos, customer service, and so many more messages.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><h4><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Corporate Communications</span></h4></span>\r\n\r\nUse AviMail to send corporate invitations, press releases, executive briefings, product information and investor relation materials\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" />  <a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/bellac_rl2/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/acura.jpg\" alt=\"AviMail Sample Page\" width=\"233\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/bellac_rl2/index.htm\')\">View This Sample</a><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Brand Advertising</strong></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse AviMail to enhance brand recognition within an industry or category of goods and services in both B-to-B, customer loyalty and general consumer advertising.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" /><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/efunds3/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/efund.jpg\" alt=\"AviMail Sample Page\" width=\"233\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"bluelink\">View This Sample</span><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Referral Marketing</strong></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse AviMail to build your database of loyal customers, conduct ongoing customer relationship management and enjoy the ongoing benefits of referral marketing.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" /><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/sound_speed1/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/alycia1.jpg\" alt=\"AviMail Sample Page\" width=\"233\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"bluelink\">View This Sample</span><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Sales Presentations</strong></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse AviMail to improve response times, increase conversions and lower customer acquisition and retention costs.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" />  <a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/canon1/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/cannon.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"232\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"bluelink\">View This Sample</span><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Brochures</strong></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse an AviMail to reduce mailing costs, reach targeted customers, and increase response rates.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" />  <a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a class=\"bluelink\" href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/fords2/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/ford.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"233\" height=\"94\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" vspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\nView This Sample','AviMail Internet Solutions (TM)','','inherit','open','open','','1743-revision-12','','','2012-08-16 20:03:53','2012-08-16 20:03:53','',1743,'http://new.corepurpose.com/1743-revision-12/',0,'revision','',0),(1758,1001003,'2012-08-16 20:04:45','2012-08-16 20:04:45','<span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\">\r\n</span></span>\r\n<h4>AviMail is 21st Century e-Marketing ...</h4>\r\nAudio Video Interactive E-Mail is high-impact, measurable and cost-effective, incorporating the latest in rich-media and integrated video to take best advantage of broadband connectivity which the majority of recipients now enjoy. AviMail is the ideal tool for corporate communications, online coupons, movie trailers, newsletters, surveys, demos, customer service, and so many more messages.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-size: x-small;\">\r\n</span>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Corporate Communications</span></h4>\r\nUse AviMail to send corporate invitations, press releases, executive briefings, product information and investor relation materials\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" />  <a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/bellac_rl2/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/acura.jpg\" alt=\"AviMail Sample Page\" width=\"233\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/bellac_rl2/index.htm\')\">View This Sample</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><h4>Brand Advertising</h4></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse AviMail to enhance brand recognition within an industry or category of goods and services in both B-to-B, customer loyalty and general consumer advertising.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" /><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/efunds3/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/efund.jpg\" alt=\"AviMail Sample Page\" width=\"233\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"bluelink\">View This Sample</span><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Referral Marketing</strong></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse AviMail to build your database of loyal customers, conduct ongoing customer relationship management and enjoy the ongoing benefits of referral marketing.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" /><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/sound_speed1/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/alycia1.jpg\" alt=\"AviMail Sample Page\" width=\"233\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"bluelink\">View This Sample</span><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Sales Presentations</strong></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse AviMail to improve response times, increase conversions and lower customer acquisition and retention costs.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" />  <a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/canon1/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/cannon.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"232\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"bluelink\">View This Sample</span><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Brochures</strong></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse an AviMail to reduce mailing costs, reach targeted customers, and increase response rates.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" />  <a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a class=\"bluelink\" href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/fords2/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/ford.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"233\" height=\"94\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" vspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\nView This Sample','AviMail Internet Solutions (TM)','','inherit','open','open','','1743-revision-13','','','2012-08-16 20:04:45','2012-08-16 20:04:45','',1743,'http://new.corepurpose.com/1743-revision-13/',0,'revision','',0),(1759,1001003,'2012-08-16 20:04:46','2012-08-16 20:04:46','<span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\">\r\n</span></span>\r\n<h4>AviMail is 21st Century e-Marketing ...</h4>\r\nAudio Video Interactive E-Mail is high-impact, measurable and cost-effective, incorporating the latest in rich-media and integrated video to take best advantage of broadband connectivity which the majority of recipients now enjoy. AviMail is the ideal tool for corporate communications, online coupons, movie trailers, newsletters, surveys, demos, customer service, and so many more messages.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-size: x-small;\">\r\n</span>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Corporate Communications</span></h4>\r\nUse AviMail to send corporate invitations, press releases, executive briefings, product information and investor relation materials\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" />  <a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/bellac_rl2/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/acura.jpg\" alt=\"AviMail Sample Page\" width=\"233\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/bellac_rl2/index.htm\')\">View This Sample</a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><h4>Brand Advertising</h4></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse AviMail to enhance brand recognition within an industry or category of goods and services in both B-to-B, customer loyalty and general consumer advertising.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" /><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/efunds3/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/efund.jpg\" alt=\"AviMail Sample Page\" width=\"233\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"bluelink\">View This Sample</span><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Referral Marketing</strong></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse AviMail to build your database of loyal customers, conduct ongoing customer relationship management and enjoy the ongoing benefits of referral marketing.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" /><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/sound_speed1/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/alycia1.jpg\" alt=\"AviMail Sample Page\" width=\"233\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"bluelink\">View This Sample</span><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Sales Presentations</strong></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse AviMail to improve response times, increase conversions and lower customer acquisition and retention costs.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" />  <a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; 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font-size: x-small;\"><a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/canon1/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/cannon.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"232\" height=\"133\" border=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\n<span class=\"bluelink\">View This Sample</span><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong>Brochures</strong></span></span>\r\n\r\nUse an AviMail to reduce mailing costs, reach targeted customers, and increase response rates.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/bullet.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"9\" height=\"9\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" />  <a href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimail.com/n_sam/index.html\')\">View All Samples </a><strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><a class=\"bluelink\" href=\"javascript:openBR4(\'http://www.avimailer.com/fords2/index.htm\')\"><img class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.avimail.com/images/ford.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"233\" height=\"94\" align=\"absmiddle\" border=\"0\" hspace=\"0\" vspace=\"0\" /></a></span>\r\n\r\nView This Sample','AviMail Internet Solutions (TM)','','inherit','open','open','','1743-revision-15','','','2012-08-16 20:05:23','2012-08-16 20:05:23','',1743,'http://new.corepurpose.com/1743-revision-15/',0,'revision','',0),(1761,1001003,'2012-08-16 20:06:20','2012-08-16 20:06:20','','LR1  02SEP06','','inherit','open','open','','lr1-02sep06','','','2012-08-16 20:06:20','2012-08-16 20:06:20','',1746,'http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/LR1-02SEP06.jpg',0,'attachment','image/jpeg',0),(361,1001003,'2012-07-12 08:26:54','2012-07-12 08:26:54','','Blog','','inherit','closed','open','','277-revision-8','','','2012-07-12 08:26:54','2012-07-12 08:26:54','',277,'http://new.corepurpose.com/277-revision-8/',0,'revision','',0),(1832,1001003,'2012-08-16 20:37:46','2012-08-16 20:37:46','<a href=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/?attachment_id=1823\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-1823\"><img src=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/cmg_mast.jpg\" alt=\"\" border=\"0\" title=\"cmg_mast\" width=\"100\" height=\"28\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1823\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<h4> Maximizing Your Return on Relationships</H4><p>\r\n\r\nChannel Management Group, Inc. (CMG) is a consulting and training company that helps technology companies develop and manage high performance sales channels and alliances. CMG gives balanced attention to the business and relationship challenges of partnering, which enables companies who are building or refining their “go-to-market” strategies and programs to achieve breakthrough objectives and reach revenue targets. CMG’s primary expertise lies with complex hardware, software, or service products targeted for use in the enterprise. \r\n\r\nCMG brings together a team of operationally experienced professionals with a combined total of over 60 years of alliance and channel sales, marketing, and training experience. All of CMG’s principals have held senior management positions in industry-leading high technology companies including Hewlett-Packard Company, Digital Equipment Corporation and Avnet, Inc. Each has helped build at least one start-up company. The CMG team can become your strategic partner while guiding the tactical execution of strategic initiatives. To find out more about CMG’s partnering capabilities click on the logo in this listing. <br><br>\r\n\r\n<b>The Business Challenge</b><br><br>\r\n\r\n\r\nCMG addresses key aspects of a company’s “go-to-market” architecture.  A “go-to-market” architecture, especially for a complex technology or solution sale, is far more than a sales force pushing a product into a marketplace.  A well-designed “go-to-market” strategy defines customer buying behavior and continually identities the most efficient and cost-effective ways to reach those buying customers. It also addresses critical success factors such as the roles of partners, the rules of engagement, the value proposition, compensation for value added, marketing programs, business processes, etc. – all the factors that are critical to a company’s success and areas where CMG principals have extensive experience. Some key business challenges that many of our clients face are:<br><br>\r\n\r\n\r\n>  Growing revenue through all channels<br>\r\n>  Optimizing investments in partners and channels<br>\r\n\r\n>  Achieving functional alignment<br>\r\n\r\n>  Gaining incremental revenue through new market segments <br>\r\n>  Reducing time-to-market <br>\r\n>  Increasing partner loyalty and leverage<br>\r\n>  Building sustainable competitive advantage<br>\r\n<br>\r\n<br>\r\n<b>Our Methodology – The “4 D’s”</b> <br><br>\r\n\r\nWe call our methodology the 4 D’s – Discover, Diagnose, Develop, Deliver. <br><br>\r\n \r\n>  Discover – the assessment <br>\r\n>  Diagnose – the “gap” analysis <br>\r\n>  Develop – the recommended solution<br>\r\n>  Deliver – implementation and monitoring<br><br>\r\n\r\n<b>Sample services:</b><br>\r\n\r\n>  Assess philosophical and functional readiness of organization to partner <br>\r\n>  Evaluate “channel-readiness” of products <br>\r\n\r\n>  Develop or enhance partnering strategy <br>\r\n\r\n>  Map partner strategy to corporate strengths<br>\r\n\r\n>  Model successful direct selling formula<br>\r\n\r\n>  Identify desirable partner attributes<br>\r\n\r\n>  Profile alliance and channel partners<br>\r\n\r\n>  Craft partner business planning process<br>\r\n\r\n>  Select and recruit strategic partners<br>\r\n\r\n>  Develop and manage channel programs<br>\r\n\r\n>  Manage partner training process<br>\r\n\r\n>  Train direct sales to engage partners<br>\r\n\r\n>  Create marketing communication materials<br>\r\n\r\n>  Review organization and support roles to channels and alliances<br>\r\n\r\n>  Monitor channel performance to strategy<br>\r\n\r\n>  Facilitate feedback and planning activities <br>\r\n>  Position products and company relative to competitive channel programs<br>\r\n\r\n>  Address specific competency gaps through training and coaching<br>\r\n\r\n>  Provide interim channel management<br><br>\r\n\r\n<b>Partial Customer List:</b><br>\r\n\r\n>  Avnet, Inc., Phoenix, AZ <br>\r\n>  Cisco Systems, Inc., San Jose, CA<br>\r\n>  Digital Equipment Corporation, Shrewsbury, MA <br>\r\n>  eBizZones, Inc., San Diego, CA<br>\r\n>  Intergraph, Denver, CO<br>\r\n>  MatrixOne, Inc., Westford, MA <br>\r\n>  RuggeData, Menlo Park, CA <br>\r\n>  Teamwork.com, Bellevue, WA <br>\r\n>  Vernier Networks, Mountain View, CA<br><br>\r\n\r\n<b>Sample Completed Projects:</b><br><br>\r\n\r\n>  Alliance development for collaboration start-up <br>\r\n>  Channel sales productivity evaluation and recommendations<br>\r\n>  Web-based sales tool profiling global systems integrator partners, partner training, and web site specifications<br>\r\n>  Alliance business plan for a distributor and a leading embedded systems software company<br>\r\n	\r\n>  Channel strategy, program development, and implementation for storage manufacturer<br>\r\n>  Strategic partner identification and profiling for high-end peripheral manufacturer\r\n<br><br>\r\n\r\n<b>The CMG Team</b><br><br>\r\n\r\n<u>Natalie Silvesti, Seattle</u><br>\r\nFounded CMG in 2000. Executive positions in business development and sales at Avnet Computer Marketing Group and CyberSafe, a security software start-up.  15+ years in channels sales and marketing management at Hewlett-Packard, IDC, and Digital Equipment.  <br><br>\r\n<u>Harper Thorpe, Sacramento</u><br>\r\n20+ years at Hewlett-Packard in Sales and Channels Management. Architected HP’s Value-Added Channels for the distribution and resale of complex systems and solutions. VP of Marketing and Sales at a telecommunications start-up; managed change from direct-only to a blended go-to-market strategy.<br><br>\r\n\r\n<u>Becky Willis, Denver</u><br>\r\n20+ years in senior management of sales and marketing at Hewlett-Packard, Applix, and Unify. Start-up experience as VP of Sales and Marketing for KnowledgeFactor and Director of Sales and Marketing for firesale.com.<br><br>\r\n\r\n<u>Bill McCready, Boston</u><br>\r\n20+ years indirect channel sales and marketing management at Honeywell, Apollo Computer, Hewlett-Packard. Worldwide management of channels for Compaq/Digital Equipment, and for Aura Networks, an optical networking start-up. \r\n<br><br>\r\nTo contact Channel Management Group, click the logo or the heading above.\r\n\r\n<hr />\r\n\r\n<strong>Email</strong> <a href=\"mailto:natalie@channelmg.com\">natalie@channelmg.com</a>\r\n<strong>Small Business</strong> Yes\r\n<strong>Woman Owned</strong> No\r\n<strong>Minority Owned</strong> No','Channel Management Group','','inherit','open','open','','1817-revision-13','','','2012-08-16 20:37:46','2012-08-16 20:37:46','',1817,'http://new.corepurpose.com/1817-revision-13/',0,'revision','',0),(362,1001003,'2012-07-14 09:24:58','2012-07-14 09:24:58','<table width=\"460\" align=\"center\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><img src=\"http://corepurpose.net/images/bulbs.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"127\" align=\"right\" />\r\n<div id=\"Corepurpose-JoanKoerber-walkersBloggue1p7vpob1n8hesh7n6sse1ro\">\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/\">CorePurpose - Business Blog</a>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2012/02/honor-our-innovators-and-nominate-them-for-our-nations-highest-honor.html\" target=\"_blank\">Honor Our Innovators and Nominate Them for Our Nation’s Highest Honor</a>2/4/2012\r\n<div>Innovation is a key characteristic of our nation and critical to our current and future global leadership.  These days it is rare to attend a speech or symposium where innovation does not figure prominently in the conversation.   It’s so easy to talk about innovation.  It’s not so easy to actually…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2012/01/the-power-of-a-support-team.html\" target=\"_blank\">The Power of a Support Team</a>1/16/2012\r\n<div>The day after your last In The Loop, I boarded a plane to Michigan to join my family in preparation for my Dad’s open heart surgery.  At age 74 he was going into the U of M Cardiovascular Center for on overhaul of the quadruple bypass he had received…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2011/12/spreading-the-word-on-the-sbir-sttr-race-to-the-finish-line.html\" target=\"_blank\">Spreading the Word on the SBIR STTR Race to the Finish Line</a>12/2/2011\r\n<div>Few government programs make a bigger impact on keeping the United States at the forefront of innovation and technology of all kinds than the SBIR/STTR program. A heat in the race for SBIR/STTR reauthorization was including in it in the Continuing Resolution (CR) that funded the Federal Government through…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2011/11/super-committee-could-put-bioscience-industry-growth-and-innovation-at-riskhopefully-they-wont.html\" target=\"_blank\">‘Super committee’ could put bioscience industry growth and innovation at risk…hopefully they won’t!</a>11/20/2011\r\n<div>Washington\'s support is critical in protecting the only sector that demonstrated job gains, in Arizona and in Tucson in 2010.\"  Last week I had the opportunity to share my opinion on some of the key decisions that the Super Committee is grappling with that could have a lasting impact…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2011/11/small-business-innovation-and-the-importance-of-long-term-sbir-and-sttr-reauthorization-now.html\" target=\"_blank\">Small Business, Innovation, and the Importance of Long Term SBIR and STTR Reauthorization NOW</a>11/13/2011\r\n<div>  At times like these, when the need for innovation, is greater than ever, the SBIR and STTR Programs hold the keys to the growth of new and innovative products in the U.S. small business sector.  Funding through SBIR and STTR awards provides critical support for new discoveries in…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2011/10/want-to-move-forward-faster-activate-the-collaborative-gene.html\" target=\"_blank\">Want To Move Forward Faster? Activate The Collaborative Gene</a>10/1/2011\r\n<div>Arizona biosciences sector demonstrates how to accelerate innovation and job growth and offers insight on how Washington can keep things moving forward faster by activating its “collaborative gene.” By Joan Koerber-Walker, President and CEO, AZBio – The Arizona BioIndustry Association and Chairman of CorePurpose, Inc. These days tales of…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2011/08/reality-and-perception-people-v-the-state-of-illusion.html\" target=\"_blank\">Reality and Perception: People v the State of Illusion</a>8/7/2011\r\n<div>What is real?  What is perception?  These questions and the answers to them shape our work life, our personal life, and the world around us.   In business, perception is the basis of our brand, the root of our strategic vision, and the foundation of our team’s commitment to achieving…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2011/07/making-your-mark-on-the-wall.html\" target=\"_blank\">Making your mark on the wall</a>7/10/2011\r\n<div>I spend a quite a bit of my time with with innovators and entrepreneurs these days.  As CEO of the Arizona BioIndustry Association or AZBio as we say, I get to connect with teams that are researching and developing products for a better world… Sustainable Health (and health care)…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2011/07/brand-reputation-and-delusion.html\" target=\"_blank\">Brand, Reputation, and Delusion</a>7/3/2011\r\n<div>If you are working on growing your business, you can expect to hear talk about the importance of building a brand.  There are branding companies, branding consultants, branding experts, branding strategists, and so on and so on.  All of them want to help you grow your business by creating…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2011/05/sometimes-you-need-that-extra-edge.html\" target=\"_blank\">Sometimes you need that extra edge</a>5/30/2011\r\n<div>Whether you are a beginner or a pro, when it comes to winning in the innovation game, sometimes you need that extra edge.   Andertoons Sales Cartoons Most  innovators can tell you that success is tied to a number of factors.  When they come together in the right order…</div></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</div></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>','Blog','','inherit','closed','open','','277-revision-9','','','2012-07-14 09:24:58','2012-07-14 09:24:58','',277,'http://new.corepurpose.com/277-revision-9/',0,'revision','',0),(363,1001003,'2012-07-14 09:25:33','2012-07-14 09:25:33','<table width=\"460\" align=\"center\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><img src=\"http://corepurpose.net/images/bulbs.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"127\" align=\"right\" />\r\n<div id=\"Corepurpose-JoanKoerber-walkersBloggue1p7vpob1n8hesh7n6sse1ro\">\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/\">CorePurpose - Business Blog</a>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2012/02/honor-our-innovators-and-nominate-them-for-our-nations-highest-honor.html\" target=\"_blank\">Honor Our Innovators and Nominate Them for Our Nation’s Highest Honor</a>2/4/2012\r\n<div>Innovation is a key characteristic of our nation and critical to our current and future global leadership.  These days it is rare to attend a speech or symposium where innovation does not figure prominently in the conversation.   It’s so easy to talk about innovation.  It’s not so easy to actually…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2012/01/the-power-of-a-support-team.html\" target=\"_blank\">The Power of a Support Team</a>1/16/2012\r\n<div>The day after your last In The Loop, I boarded a plane to Michigan to join my family in preparation for my Dad’s open heart surgery.  At age 74 he was going into the U of M Cardiovascular Center for on overhaul of the quadruple bypass he had received…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2011/12/spreading-the-word-on-the-sbir-sttr-race-to-the-finish-line.html\" target=\"_blank\">Spreading the Word on the SBIR STTR Race to the Finish Line</a>12/2/2011\r\n<div>Few government programs make a bigger impact on keeping the United States at the forefront of innovation and technology of all kinds than the SBIR/STTR program. 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Activate The Collaborative Gene</a>10/1/2011\r\n<div>Arizona biosciences sector demonstrates how to accelerate innovation and job growth and offers insight on how Washington can keep things moving forward faster by activating its “collaborative gene.” By Joan Koerber-Walker, President and CEO, AZBio – The Arizona BioIndustry Association and Chairman of CorePurpose, Inc. These days tales of…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2011/08/reality-and-perception-people-v-the-state-of-illusion.html\" target=\"_blank\">Reality and Perception: People v the State of Illusion</a>8/7/2011\r\n<div>What is real?  What is perception?  These questions and the answers to them shape our work life, our personal life, and the world around us.   In business, perception is the basis of our brand, the root of our strategic vision, and the foundation of our team’s commitment to achieving…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2011/07/making-your-mark-on-the-wall.html\" target=\"_blank\">Making your mark on the wall</a>7/10/2011\r\n<div>I spend a quite a bit of my time with with innovators and entrepreneurs these days.  As CEO of the Arizona BioIndustry Association or AZBio as we say, I get to connect with teams that are researching and developing products for a better world… Sustainable Health (and health care)…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2011/07/brand-reputation-and-delusion.html\" target=\"_blank\">Brand, Reputation, and Delusion</a>7/3/2011\r\n<div>If you are working on growing your business, you can expect to hear talk about the importance of building a brand.  There are branding companies, branding consultants, branding experts, branding strategists, and so on and so on.  All of them want to help you grow your business by creating…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2011/05/sometimes-you-need-that-extra-edge.html\" target=\"_blank\">Sometimes you need that extra edge</a>5/30/2011\r\n<div>Whether you are a beginner or a pro, when it comes to winning in the innovation game, sometimes you need that extra edge.   Andertoons Sales Cartoons Most  innovators can tell you that success is tied to a number of factors.  When they come together in the right order…</div></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</div></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>','Blog','','inherit','closed','open','','277-revision-10','','','2012-07-14 09:25:33','2012-07-14 09:25:33','',277,'http://new.corepurpose.com/?p=363',0,'revision','',0),(1974,2,'2012-08-19 04:34:38','2012-08-19 04:34:38','','Solutions For...','','publish','open','open','','1974','','','2013-05-19 22:14:03','2013-05-19 22:14:03','',0,'http://new.corepurpose.com/?p=1974',3,'nav_menu_item','',0),(367,1001003,'2012-07-14 09:34:19','2012-07-14 09:34:19',' ','','','publish','closed','open','','367','','','2013-05-19 22:14:05','2013-05-19 22:14:05','',0,'http://new.corepurpose.com/?p=367',21,'nav_menu_item','',0),(1835,1001003,'2012-08-16 20:38:13','2012-08-16 20:38:13','<a href=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/?attachment_id=1823\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-1823\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1823\" title=\"cmg_mast\" src=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/cmg_mast.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"100\" height=\"28\" border=\"0\" /></a>\r\n\r\nMaximizing Your Return on Relationships\r\n\r\nChannel Management Group, Inc. (CMG) is a consulting and training company that helps technology companies develop and manage high performance sales channels and alliances. CMG gives balanced attention to the business and relationship challenges of partnering, which enables companies who are building or refining their “go-to-market” strategies and programs to achieve breakthrough objectives and reach revenue targets. CMG’s primary expertise lies with complex hardware, software, or service products targeted for use in the enterprise.\r\n\r\nCMG brings together a team of operationally experienced professionals with a combined total of over 60 years of alliance and channel sales, marketing, and training experience. All of CMG’s principals have held senior management positions in industry-leading high technology companies including Hewlett-Packard Company, Digital Equipment Corporation and Avnet, Inc. Each has helped build at least one start-up company. The CMG team can become your strategic partner while guiding the tactical execution of strategic initiatives. To find out more about CMG’s partnering capabilities click on the logo in this listing.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Business Challenge</strong>\r\n\r\nCMG addresses key aspects of a company’s “go-to-market” architecture. A “go-to-market” architecture, especially for a complex technology or solution sale, is far more than a sales force pushing a product into a marketplace. A well-designed “go-to-market” strategy defines customer buying behavior and continually identities the most efficient and cost-effective ways to reach those buying customers. It also addresses critical success factors such as the roles of partners, the rules of engagement, the value proposition, compensation for value added, marketing programs, business processes, etc. – all the factors that are critical to a company’s success and areas where CMG principals have extensive experience. Some key business challenges that many of our clients face are:\r\n\r\n&gt; Growing revenue through all channels\r\n\r\n&gt; Optimizing investments in partners and channels\r\n\r\n&gt; Achieving functional alignment\r\n\r\n&gt; Gaining incremental revenue through new market segments\r\n\r\n&gt; Reducing time-to-market\r\n\r\n&gt; Increasing partner loyalty and leverage\r\n\r\n&gt; Building sustainable competitive advantage\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong>Our Methodology – The “4 D’s”</strong>\r\n\r\nWe call our methodology the 4 D’s – Discover, Diagnose, Develop, Deliver.\r\n\r\n&gt; Discover – the assessment\r\n\r\n&gt; Diagnose – the “gap” analysis\r\n\r\n&gt; Develop – the recommended solution\r\n\r\n&gt; Deliver – implementation and monitoring\r\n\r\n<strong>Sample services:</strong>\r\n\r\n&gt; Assess philosophical and functional readiness of organization to partner\r\n\r\n&gt; Evaluate “channel-readiness” of products\r\n\r\n&gt; Develop or enhance partnering strategy\r\n\r\n&gt; Map partner strategy to corporate strengths\r\n\r\n&gt; Model successful direct selling formula\r\n\r\n&gt; Identify desirable partner attributes\r\n\r\n&gt; Profile alliance and channel partners\r\n\r\n&gt; Craft partner business planning process\r\n\r\n&gt; Select and recruit strategic partners\r\n\r\n&gt; Develop and manage channel programs\r\n\r\n&gt; Manage partner training process\r\n\r\n&gt; Train direct sales to engage partners\r\n\r\n&gt; Create marketing communication materials\r\n\r\n&gt; Review organization and support roles to channels and alliances\r\n\r\n&gt; Monitor channel performance to strategy\r\n\r\n&gt; Facilitate feedback and planning activities\r\n\r\n&gt; Position products and company relative to competitive channel programs\r\n\r\n&gt; Address specific competency gaps through training and coaching\r\n\r\n&gt; Provide interim channel management\r\n\r\n<strong>Partial Customer List:</strong>\r\n\r\n&gt; Avnet, Inc., Phoenix, AZ\r\n\r\n&gt; Cisco Systems, Inc., San Jose, CA\r\n\r\n&gt; Digital Equipment Corporation, Shrewsbury, MA\r\n\r\n&gt; eBizZones, Inc., San Diego, CA\r\n\r\n&gt; Intergraph, Denver, CO\r\n\r\n&gt; MatrixOne, Inc., Westford, MA\r\n\r\n&gt; RuggeData, Menlo Park, CA\r\n\r\n&gt; Teamwork.com, Bellevue, WA\r\n\r\n&gt; Vernier Networks, Mountain View, CA\r\n\r\n<strong>Sample Completed Projects:</strong>\r\n\r\n&gt; Alliance development for collaboration start-up\r\n\r\n&gt; Channel sales productivity evaluation and recommendations\r\n\r\n&gt; Web-based sales tool profiling global systems integrator partners, partner training, and web site specifications\r\n\r\n&gt; Alliance business plan for a distributor and a leading embedded systems software company\r\n\r\n&gt; Channel strategy, program development, and implementation for storage manufacturer\r\n\r\n&gt; Strategic partner identification and profiling for high-end peripheral manufacturer\r\n\r\n\r\n<strong>The CMG Team</strong>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Natalie Silvesti, Seattle</span>\r\n\r\nFounded CMG in 2000. Executive positions in business development and sales at Avnet Computer Marketing Group and CyberSafe, a security software start-up. 15+ years in channels sales and marketing management at Hewlett-Packard, IDC, and Digital Equipment.\r\n\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Harper Thorpe, Sacramento</span>\r\n\r\n20+ years at Hewlett-Packard in Sales and Channels Management. Architected HP’s Value-Added Channels for the distribution and resale of complex systems and solutions. VP of Marketing and Sales at a telecommunications start-up; managed change from direct-only to a blended go-to-market strategy.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Becky Willis, Denver</span>\r\n\r\n20+ years in senior management of sales and marketing at Hewlett-Packard, Applix, and Unify. Start-up experience as VP of Sales and Marketing for KnowledgeFactor and Director of Sales and Marketing for firesale.com.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Bill McCready, Boston</span>\r\n\r\n20+ years indirect channel sales and marketing management at Honeywell, Apollo Computer, Hewlett-Packard. Worldwide management of channels for Compaq/Digital Equipment, and for Aura Networks, an optical networking start-up.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nTo contact Channel Management Group, click the logo or the heading above.\r\n\r\n<hr />\r\n\r\n<strong>Email</strong> <a href=\"mailto:natalie@channelmg.com\">natalie@channelmg.com</a>\r\n<strong>Small Business</strong> Yes\r\n<strong>Woman Owned</strong> No\r\n<strong>Minority Owned</strong> No','Channel Management Group','','inherit','open','open','','1817-revision-16','','','2012-08-16 20:38:13','2012-08-16 20:38:13','',1817,'http://new.corepurpose.com/1817-revision-16/',0,'revision','',0),(369,1001003,'2012-07-13 02:36:36','2012-07-13 02:36:36','<p style=\"text-align: center;\"> <a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/\" target=\"_blank\"><img src=\"http://www.corepurpose.com/images/pic_Koerber-Walker.jpg\" alt=\"CorePurpose - Joan Koerber-Walker\'s Blog\" width=\"120\" height=\"150\" border=\"0\" /></a>\r\nJoan Koerber-Walker,\r\nCorePurpose Chairman &amp; CEO</p>\r\n\r\n<table width=\"460\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"1\" cellpadding=\"0\" align=\"center\" bgcolor=\"#666666\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" bgcolor=\"#666666\">\r\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" bgcolor=\"#FFFFFF\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\">\r\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"15\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\">CorePurpose, Inc. is a consulting and services aggregator specializing in building solutions that enable its clients to focus more of their resources and energy on what they are passionate about and best at in a way that makes financial sense.</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<object width=\"420\" height=\"315\" classid=\"clsid:d27cdb6e-ae6d-11cf-96b8-444553540000\" codebase=\"http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0\"><param name=\"allowFullScreen\" value=\"true\" /><param name=\"allowscriptaccess\" value=\"always\" /><param name=\"src\" value=\"http://www.youtube.com/v/U_oxfJpre_Q?=1version=3&amp;hl=en_US&amp;rel=0&amp;autoplay=1\" /><param name=\"allowfullscreen\" value=\"true\" /><embed width=\"420\" height=\"315\" type=\"application/x-shockwave-flash\" src=\"http://www.youtube.com/v/U_oxfJpre_Q?=1version=3&amp;hl=en_US&amp;rel=0&amp;autoplay=1\" allowFullScreen=\"true\" allowscriptaccess=\"always\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" /></object>\r\n<table width=\"440\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"5\" align=\"center\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\"><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong>Starting at the beginning - What to do</strong></span>\r\nWhether we are working with you on Organization Development, Process Optimization, Business Planning, Product Strategy, Channel Design or Sales Execution projects, this is not where we need to start to create a truly differentiating solution. Optimized solutions must link back to your company\'s Core Purpose, your Mission, and the strategies that make up the four quadrants of your company\'s Balanced Score Card. By looking at the challenges or barriers between you and your goals, we offer combinations of options to complement your strategies for growth, profitability, operational excellence, working capital optimization, and human resource utilization.<span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong>On the Road to Success - How to do it</strong></span>\r\nKnowing \"what to do\" only gets you part way to your goals. Next, you need a plan to determine the most cost effective and timely way to implement your chosen solution. CorePurpose uses a structured, systematic approach to help you ensure a successful implementation and execution of the plan.\r\n\r\nCorePurpose consultants join your team, bringing with them the knowledge and expertise developed during their years of leadership within their industries. Drawing from a wide range of capabilities, belonging to industry leading service organizations from around the globe, our combined team looks at the financial, operational, and strategic options available to you in the journey to realize corporate objectives.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong>No need to travel alone - Help YOU do it</strong></span>\r\nOnce your plan is in place, CorePurpose can assist your team in a wide range of support options including project management, implementation team participation, and coordination of external partners to ensure that the solution is implemented in a manner that meets your needs on budget and on time.</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>','About','','inherit','closed','closed','','9-revision-21','','','2012-07-13 02:36:36','2012-07-13 02:36:36','',9,'http://new.corepurpose.com/9-revision-21/',0,'revision','',0),(370,1001003,'2012-07-14 09:32:31','2012-07-14 09:32:31','<table width=\"460\" align=\"center\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><img src=\"http://corepurpose.net/images/bulbs.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"127\" align=\"right\" />\r\n<div id=\"Corepurpose-JoanKoerber-walkersBloggue1p7vpob1n8hesh7n6sse1ro\">\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/\">CorePurpose - Business Blog</a>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2012/02/honor-our-innovators-and-nominate-them-for-our-nations-highest-honor.html\" target=\"_blank\">Honor Our Innovators and Nominate Them for Our Nation’s Highest Honor</a>2/4/2012\r\n<div>Innovation is a key characteristic of our nation and critical to our current and future global leadership.  These days it is rare to attend a speech or symposium where innovation does not figure prominently in the conversation.   It’s so easy to talk about innovation.  It’s not so easy to actually…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2012/01/the-power-of-a-support-team.html\" target=\"_blank\">The Power of a Support Team</a>1/16/2012\r\n<div>The day after your last In The Loop, I boarded a plane to Michigan to join my family in preparation for my Dad’s open heart surgery.  At age 74 he was going into the U of M Cardiovascular Center for on overhaul of the quadruple bypass he had received…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2011/12/spreading-the-word-on-the-sbir-sttr-race-to-the-finish-line.html\" target=\"_blank\">Spreading the Word on the SBIR STTR Race to the Finish Line</a>12/2/2011\r\n<div>Few government programs make a bigger impact on keeping the United States at the forefront of innovation and technology of all kinds than the SBIR/STTR program. A heat in the race for SBIR/STTR reauthorization was including in it in the Continuing Resolution (CR) that funded the Federal Government through…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2011/11/super-committee-could-put-bioscience-industry-growth-and-innovation-at-riskhopefully-they-wont.html\" target=\"_blank\">‘Super committee’ could put bioscience industry growth and innovation at risk…hopefully they won’t!</a>11/20/2011\r\n<div>Washington\'s support is critical in protecting the only sector that demonstrated job gains, in Arizona and in Tucson in 2010.\"  Last week I had the opportunity to share my opinion on some of the key decisions that the Super Committee is grappling with that could have a lasting impact…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2011/11/small-business-innovation-and-the-importance-of-long-term-sbir-and-sttr-reauthorization-now.html\" target=\"_blank\">Small Business, Innovation, and the Importance of Long Term SBIR and STTR Reauthorization NOW</a>11/13/2011\r\n<div>  At times like these, when the need for innovation, is greater than ever, the SBIR and STTR Programs hold the keys to the growth of new and innovative products in the U.S. small business sector.  Funding through SBIR and STTR awards provides critical support for new discoveries in…</div></li>\r\n	<li><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2011/10/want-to-move-forward-faster-activate-the-collaborative-gene.html\" target=\"_blank\">Want To Move Forward Faster? 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With services ranging from resource and referral to training to design and managment of on-site child development centers, Summa Associates can take your companies work/life balance offerings to a whole new level.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><span style=\"font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\">\r\n<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Core Systems</span></strong>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/suites/business.asp?ID=56\">80/20 Performance, Inc.</a></span></span><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Core Infrastructure</span></strong>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/suites/business.asp?ID=68\">Summa Associates</a><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Core Executives</span></strong>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/suites/business.asp?ID=57\">Pearson &amp; Associates, Inc.</a>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/suites/business.asp?ID=44\">People Ink</a>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/suites/business.asp?ID=32\">Positive Potentials</a></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>',' Focusing on People','','inherit','closed','closed','','194-revision-4','','','2012-06-13 17:13:42','2012-06-13 17:13:42','',194,'http://new.corepurpose.com/194-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(382,1001003,'2012-06-13 03:35:46','2012-06-13 03:35:46','<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td bgcolor=\"#CCCCCC\" height=\"5\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<h3>Is there a story inside you waiting to be shared?</h3>\r\nHow many times have you heard someone say that they are planning to write a book? 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Why haven\'t you?\r\n\r\nFor most people the answers are:\r\n\r\n* \"I don\'t have time!\"\r\n\r\n* \"It\'s too hard.\"\r\n\r\n* \"I don\'t know where to start.\"\r\n\r\n<strong>CorePurpose Publishing can help you turn your story into a book, audio book or DVD!</strong>\r\n\r\nCorePurpose acts as a bridge between the traditional publishing world and the world of self publishing.\r\n\r\n<strong>Our Services fall into three categories:</strong>\r\n\r\n1. <strong>Story Crafting</strong> - getting your story ready to be told.\r\n\r\n* Content Validation\r\n* Market Positioning\r\n* Ghost Writing/CoAuthors\r\n* Editing\r\n* Proof Reading\r\n* Layout\r\n* Imaging\r\n\r\n2. <strong>Production</strong> - creating the book, audio book or DVD\r\n\r\n* Registeriung ISBN and Copyrights\r\n* Preproduction and Quality Verification\r\n* Manufacturing and Packaging\r\n* New Editions and Revisions\r\n\r\n3. <strong>Distribution</strong> - helping you get your story into the hands of the people who need to hear it.\r\n\r\n* Marketing\r\n* Storage\r\n* Inventory Management\r\n* Packaging for shipment\r\n* Invoicing\r\n* Credit Card Processing\r\n* Shipping and Handling\r\n* Record keeping\r\n<h2>Authors - List your Business Books with CorePurpose</h2>\r\nCorePurpose offers author’s the flexibility of multiple ways to get your books into the hands of the people who matter – your readers.\r\n\r\nBook distribution can be a time consuming business. We offer a full range of services to meet the needs of our authors in partnership with our distribution relationship with Bookmasters, Inc. and Atlas Books.\r\n\r\n<strong>Consign</strong> your books to CorePurpose for our full service offering.\r\n\r\nDoing it all on your own can be time consuming, frustrating and expensive.\r\n\r\n<strong>Working with CorePurpose makes sense for all your business books – Good business sense!</strong></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>','CorePurpose Publishing','','inherit','closed','closed','','175-revision-4','','','2012-06-13 03:35:46','2012-06-13 03:35:46','',175,'http://new.corepurpose.com/175-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(383,1001003,'2012-06-13 03:44:34','2012-06-13 03:44:34','<h3>The Channels Service Suite</h3>\r\n<span>CorePurpose — Resources you need to help you succeed</span>\r\n\r\n<strong>Our clients hire us to add focus and resources to high impact areas of their businesses. </strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">They want more:</span></strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><span>Growth</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>Productivity</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>ROI</span></li>\r\n	<li><span><span>Cost Optimization</span></span><span>CorePurpose channel solutions and services support your mission-critical environment.</span><span>Our solutions meet the needs of your fast-paced, lean, high-turnover and technological environments because we evolved from those environments!</span>\r\n\r\nOur experts draw from past and current experience at leadership companies from the semiconductor, component, computer, and software industries.\r\n\r\nOur expertise transfers to your organization. Consider what you can accomplish with our highly trained, experienced resources working for you.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h3><span>The Channels Services Suite Optimizes Channel Performance</span></h3>\r\n<strong><span>The Value Equation</span></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<center><span>Total GP$ Generated by the Channel\r\nROI = -------------------—————————–—–—-\r\nTotal Cost $ to Support the Channel</span></center><span><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">The Challenge</span></strong></span>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<span><span>You need more sales and profits generated through your channels.</span></span>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">The Solution</span></strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<span><span><span>CorePurpose helps you optimize channel performance with our proprietary Channels 360 analysis. We bring together the parties, identify what works and what doesn’t. And, we can help you design and implement the programs and processes that get the most from your channels using what you’ve learned.</span></span></span>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<span><span><span><span><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">How?</span></strong></span></span></span></span>\r\n\r\nOur team of Channels experts combined with leading edge software solutions.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Here’s the secret!</span></strong>\r\n<h3><span><span><span>Increase Profitability with Channels Optimization.</span></span></span></h3>\r\n</li>\r\n	<li><span>Faster time to market</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>Increased customer enthusiasm</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>Increased employee satisfaction</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>Increased channel partner loyalty</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>Increased market share</span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/images/Suites/Channel3602.jpg\" alt=\"\" />\r\n<h3>Channel 360 Analysis</h3>\r\n<strong><strong><span><span><span>\r\n</span></span></span></strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span>Sounds simple? It is when you have the CorePurpose team and our Channel 360 Analysis.</span>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<span>CorePurpose drills down to the key issues that are keeping you from the results you need. Our experts recharge your team, bringing best practices in programs and essential process design to promote and encourage communication flow and exchange of data.</span>\r\n\r\nCorePurpose delivers solutions for key issues and measurable results.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<span><span><strong><span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Get the most from your:</span></span></strong></span></span>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><span>Direct sales team</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>Manufacturer’s representatives</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>Distribution and reseller channels</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>Business-to-business (B2B) solutions</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>Delivery systems and processes</span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nCorePurpose — services, software, and outsource solutions to help you to optimize your channels investment.\r\n\r\n<strong>CoreExecutives:</strong> Analysts, coaches, project managers and outsource solutions\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">CorePurpose:</span> Channel development leadership for two decades—\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><span>Contract negotiation and administration</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>Assessments</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>Process design</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>Financial analysis</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>Setting goals and expectations</span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;','Focus on Sales Growth','','inherit','closed','closed','','186-revision-6','','','2012-06-13 03:44:34','2012-06-13 03:44:34','',186,'http://new.corepurpose.com/186-revision-6/',0,'revision','',0),(384,1001003,'2012-06-13 03:46:32','2012-06-13 03:46:32','<h3>Strategic Execution as a Competitive Advantage</h3>\r\nThe current economic climate has severely affected our for profit and not for profit communities. This has resulted in organizations reducing staff, delaying hiring decisions, and reducing or eliminating services or new product announcements.\r\n\r\nThe <strong>Grounded for Growth</strong> program is designed to help move these organizations from a short term, reactive operating environment to a long term strategic planning and execution environment.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">The program helps organizations:</span>\r\n\r\n&gt; build an executable plan for growth\r\n\r\n&gt; effectively execute on the plan to attain the desired results.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">The program is built around 5 components:</span></strong>\r\n&gt; Installation of GoalCentrixTM software at the client site and commitment by the client organization to utilize this planning tool and fully commit to active program participation.\r\n\r\n&gt; A 2-day group training workshop on strategic planning for the core management team , including training on the GoalCentrixTM planning software to be used throughout the program.\r\n\r\n&gt; Monthly one-on-one coaching with the chief executive and key leaders to support staying on plan.\r\n\r\n&gt; Quarterly Strategic Planning Reviews (QSPR) with the core management team The company will learn how to run the QSPR in the first session, and hold independent QSPRs for review of Q2, Q3, and Q4.\r\n\r\n&gt; A 1–day kick-off for the planning cycle for the following year.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Project Outcomes &amp; Objectives: </span></strong>\r\n\r\n&gt; Integration of Strategic Execution into the organization’s culture\r\n\r\n&gt; Growth of Key Performance Metrics as plans become actions\r\n\r\n&gt; Increased Employee Satisfaction as plans are aligned up and across the organization\r\n\r\n<strong>Executive Summary – The Power and Perils of Strategic Planning</strong>\r\n\r\nBy Joan Koerber-Walker, Developer of the Grounded for Growth Program\r\n\r\nThe future of any organization is tied directly to the strategic decisions made today AND the ability to effectively execute on that strategy!\r\n\r\nWhile we all understand the importance of thinking and acting strategically, often the demands of running the day to day business distracts us from looking at what we must do to execute on the key actions for today and to enhance and ensure our companies future.\r\n\r\nAs we develop our business strategy we often focus our attention on the “fires” burning in our business. But our focus on the fire often inhibits our ability to objectively view the changing world around us and quickly react to it.\r\n\r\nTo complicate the process, the world around us is constantly changing..\r\n\r\n&gt; Changing Competition\r\n\r\n&gt; Competing Products\r\n\r\n&gt; Customer Needs\r\n\r\n&gt; Customer Wants\r\n\r\n&gt; New Business Models\r\n\r\n&gt; New Business Theory\r\n\r\nResearch has shown that most organizations have some form of strategic plan. These plans normally consist of:\r\n\r\n&gt; Vision\r\n\r\n&gt; Mission\r\n\r\n&gt; Strategic Objectives or Goals\r\n\r\n&gt; Projects\r\n\r\n&gt; Tasks\r\n\r\n&gt; Anticipated Results\r\n\r\nUnfortunately, for many organizations, the most important components – the Anticipated Results – do not materialize. While those closest to the plan would fall back to excuses based on outside environmental or economic factors – things outside of their control – the reality is that normally a plan fails through lack of foresight or execution.\r\n\r\nFor many organizations, strategic planning is a once a year event. The resulting plan is then fixed and reviewed at the end for successes and failures. This is the great peril of strategic planning – the false security created by having a plan. Having a plan is only the fist step – it is the execution of that plan over time that will determine the organizations success or failure to achieve anticipated results.\r\n\r\nStrategic planning must always be a dynamic process. To be effective, the strategic plan must be a living document. It provides a roadmap for day to day activities that are designed to build towards the organization’s long term and short term goals.\r\n\r\nAn effective strategic execution process requires ongoing activity, effective delegation of key responsibilities, and monitoring of results at short and regular intervals. For greatest effectiveness, this process must be embedded into the culture of the organization so that each plan participant understands how their actions can affect the organizations strategic results.\r\n\r\nTo support embedding the process of strategic execution within an organizations culture, CorePurpose has developed the Grounded for Growth program.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/images/Suites/Grounded4Growth.jpg\" alt=\"\" /><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Strategic Execution Brings:</span></strong>\r\n\r\n&gt; Cross organizational Alignment of Goals and Objectives\r\n\r\n&gt; Increased Employee Purpose and Satisfaction\r\n\r\n&gt; Improved Communication across the organization\r\n\r\n&gt; Plans that become Actions\r\n\r\n&gt; Actions that deliver results!','Grounded For Growth','','inherit','closed','closed','','197-revision-2','','','2012-06-13 03:46:32','2012-06-13 03:46:32','',197,'http://new.corepurpose.com/197-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(385,1001003,'2012-06-13 03:48:35','2012-06-13 03:48:35','<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<h3>How to get your message to the people who need it most....YOUR Customers.</h3>\r\n<strong></strong><strong><span>We often become so entranced with what our product or service can do that we forget to ask the customer what they need or want.</span></strong><span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">To successfully craft and deliver our message we need:</span>\r\n\r\n</span>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><span>To understand the “Pain” our customers experience</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>To understand how OUR PRODUCT or SERVICE acts as a pain reliever</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>To identify the Need</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>To create Desire</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>To allay Fear</span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span><span>\r\n\r\nSuccessfully marketing Products and Services takes more that just a great name and a great idea...\r\n\r\nIt takes delivering a clear message to your customers. <strong>“We have what You want AND we can deliver!”</strong>\r\n\r\nProducts and Services that customers WANT TO BUY have messages that address 5 key areas for the customer.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/images/Suites/customerneeds.jpg\" alt=\"\" />\r\n\r\nWhen they come together you have a greater opportunity for success.\r\n\r\nCorePurpose and CoreAllianceTM member companies have the experience and resources to help your company craft and deliver your message.\r\n\r\nWe offer a wide range of marketing services to meet the unique needs of your organization.\r\n\r\n</span></span>\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><span>Brand and Corporate Identity Creation</span></li>\r\n	<li><span><span>Market Research &amp; Customer Assessments</span></span></li>\r\n	<li><span><span><span>Strategic Marketing Assessments &amp; Support</span></span></span></li>\r\n	<li><span><span><span><span>New Market Positioning and Public Relations</span></span></span></span></li>\r\n	<li><span><span><span><span>Graphics Design and Communications</span></span></span></span></li>\r\n	<li><span><span><span><span>Advertising Campaign Design and Execution</span></span></span></span></li>\r\n	<li><span><span><span><span>Copy Writing</span></span></span></span></li>\r\n	<li><span><span><span><span>Cross Cultural Communications</span></span></span></span></li>\r\n	<li><span><span><span><span>Mature Market services for the 50+ Generations</span></span></span></span></li>\r\n	<li><span><span><span><span>Web-Design and Web Services</span></span></span></span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span><span><span><span><span>\r\n\r\n</span></span></span></span></span><span>When you have a team in place, CorePurpose marketing services add extra resources to help you get your projects completed on budget and on time. In addition to menu based offerings, outsource services like our <strong>Virtual Marketing Director</strong> allows you to access to a complete marketing department without increasing head count. Turning fixed cost to variable expense.\r\n\r\nYour Virtual Marketing Director becomes part of your team, building strategy with the key members of your organization then building solutions with expert resources on an as-needed basis to keep your costs in line.\r\n\r\nCorePurpose and CoreAlliance members draw on experience from their work at a wide range of industries and companies of all sizes. Whether you are starting out, in the building process, or looking to re-energize your relationship with your customer, we can help!\r\n\r\n</span>\r\n<h3><span>Delivering Your Message</span></h3>\r\n<strong><span>The Marketing Services Suite\r\n\r\n</span></strong><span>CorePurpose has built the Marketing Services Suite to assist clients in optimizing their marketing investments and crafting messages that attract customers.\r\n\r\nCorePurpose provides full service and outsource marketing solutions through our Virtual Marketing DirectorTM offering OR we can support your existing team with these CoreAlliance marketing experts.\r\n\r\nFor more information or to contact these companies, click the links at the bottom of this page.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">AviMail E-Mail Marketing:</span> The AviMail Internet Solution™ delivers dynamic TV-commercial like e-mails that play automatically in a recipient’s inbox. In addition, we offer opt-in e-mail lists that can be targeted to any business or consumer criteria. Our formula for success is easy. Animation and sound entices. Laser-targeted lists compel.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">International Research Center:</span> Market Research Specialist for Technology, Telecom, Healthcare and Consumer products. Market Analysis, Market Positioning, Customer Surveys, Strategic Positioning, Public Policy Review\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">MGT Associates:</span> Specialist in technology and healthcare—Marketing strategy, , product line expansion, Internet strategies, Pricing—competitive review, products, services, packaging, Competitive Analysis, Market Positioning, Sales tool development, Marketing communications—establish marketing collateral, lead generation objectives, PR Strategies, selection of advertising/PR agency\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">New Angle Media:</span> a multimedia web service specializing in Web Conferencing and training solutions. Uniquely positioned to serve the current corporate environment of scaled down work forces, tight schedules, and limited financial resources; New Angle Media will save the day for companies in need of economical and productive conferencing, training and communications. Webcasting enables businesses to overcome distance, time restrictions, and scheduling problems with: streaming video, slide presentations, text, and audio delivered to any size audience.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">O\'Neil and Associates:</span> Experts in market and public opinion research. Full Service market research including, focus groups, personal interviews, Telephone poling and in site services.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Amanda Vega Social Media and PR:</span> Specializing in creating and interacting with your customer community across the full social media tool set, Amanda and her team have been helping companies build social interaction strategies since before it was even called social media.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Paul Svancara:</span> Communications Artist—A strategic partner who works with you to create your distinctive brand identity. Paul\'s work generates excitement through all mediums such as print, web and video.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Primary Hub:</span> Specialists in using the internet to reach customers. Website design, Web Hosting, email campaign management, search engine positioning, customer data capture.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Stealthmode Partners:</span> Marketing and PR that uniquely positions your company in the hearts and minds of the people you wish to reach and retain (customers, partners, employees, investors, etc...Stealthmode Partners is a network of people and companies working together behind the scenes (in \"stealthmode\") to help our portfolio companies grow bigger, better, faster.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">The Insight Group:</span> Specialists in delivering value through Product Based Services. Market Assessments, Pricing, Messaging, and Tools to support the sales process for service based organizations.\r\n\r\n<strong>For more information or to contact these companies, click the links below.</strong></span></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><span style=\"font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;\">\r\n<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Core Systems</span></strong>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/suites/business.asp?ID=62\">New Angle Media</a>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/suites/business.asp?ID=35\">Primary Hub Corporation</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Core Infrastructure</span></strong>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/suites/business.asp?ID=77\">Amanda Vega Consulting</a>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/suites/business.asp?ID=70\">O Neil Associates, Inc.</a>\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Core Executives</span></strong>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/suites/business.asp?ID=16\">CorePurpose - Joan Koerber-Walker</a>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/suites/business.asp?ID=49\">MGT Associates, LLC</a>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/suites/business.asp?ID=22\">Paul Svancara, Communications Artist</a>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/suites/business.asp?ID=32\">Positive Potentials</a>\r\n<a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/suites/business.asp?ID=40\">Stealthmode Partners</a> </span></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>','The Marketing Service Suite','','inherit','closed','closed','','201-revision-2','','','2012-06-13 03:48:35','2012-06-13 03:48:35','',201,'http://new.corepurpose.com/201-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(386,1001003,'2012-06-13 03:40:46','2012-06-13 03:40:46','Join CorePurpose founder and Chairman Joan Koerber-Walker with host Lori Wilk as they take an inside look at entrepreneurship on <a href=\"http://www.blogtalkradio.com/successipes\" target=\"_blank\">Successipes</a> the first Monday of each month at 3PM PST on Blog Talk Radio.\r\n<h3>Replay of past shows:</h3>\r\nMarch 7, 2011 <a href=\"http://www.blogtalkradio.com/successipes/2011/03/07/entrepreneurship-series-with-joan-koerber-walker\" target=\"_blank\">click here</a>.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">About Joan Koerber-Walker:</span></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Joan Koerber-Walker</strong> is a two time Stevie Award National Finalist and Chairman of the Board of <a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.com/\">CorePurpose, Inc</a>. and the <a href=\"http://www.otef.org/\">Opportunity Through Entrepreneurship Foundation</a>.  She also serves as Executive in Residence for Callaman Ventures and on the boards of for profit and nonprofit organizations.  As the former CEO of the Arizona Small Business Association and a past member of the Board of Trustees of the National Small Business Association she has worked with hundreds of small businesses and on behalf of thousands.  Chat with her on Twitter as <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/joankw\">@joankw</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwgrowth\">@JKWgrowth</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwinnovation\">@JKWinnovation</a>, <a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/jkwleadership\">@JKWleadership</a> and<a href=\"http://www.twitter.com/corepurpose\">@CorePurpose</a> or at her blog at <a href=\"http://www.joankoerber-walker.com/\">www.JoanKoerber-Walker.com</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">About Successipes:</span></strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Successipes</strong> is the daily Las Vegas success talk show hosted by Lori Wilk, the National <a href=\"http://www.blogtalkradio.com/#\">Business Success</a> Examiner at fastest growing online publication in North America. http://www.Examiner.com. Successipes was designed in 2003 and first aired on http://www.success-talk.com in Vancouver,BC. The purpose of Successipes to to help people stay at the cutting-edge of business and to expand their horizons with new ideas, networking, inspiration, motivation, and help from experts who are living their passions and loving their lives. Follow our articles at Examiner.com and join us on Twitter at Successipes. For participation in our live studio audience send your e-mail requests to lori@successipes.com and we might just see you in Las Vegas. e to find \"Recipes for Success in Business and Living.\" The show is broadcast from fabulous Las Vegas and is hosted by Lori Wilk. Lori is an accomplished writer, speaker, entertainer and businesswoman, and helps others become successful by promoting positive energy and wholesome living. You can listen to more episodes of Successipes at <a href=\"http://www.success-talk.com/\">http://www.success-talk.com</a> . Connect with us at <a href=\"http://www.lvpublicity.com/\">http://www.lvpublicity.com</a> ,<a href=\"http://www.loriwilk.com/\">http://www.loriwilk.com</a> , and <a href=\"http://www.successipes.com/\">http://www.successipes.com</a> . Send your questions or comments to our show at <a href=\"mailto:lori@successipes.com\">lori@successipes.com</a>  or <a href=\"mailto:gary@lvpublicity.com\">gary@lvpublicity.com</a> .',' Entrepreneurship @Successipes','','inherit','closed','closed','','180-revision-4','','','2012-06-13 03:40:46','2012-06-13 03:40:46','',180,'http://new.corepurpose.com/180-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(387,1001003,'2012-06-13 03:32:14','2012-06-13 03:32:14','<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"4\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\">\r\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"line-height: 19px;\"><strong>\r\n</strong></span></span></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td bgcolor=\"#CCCCCC\" height=\"5\"></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<h3>Taking your business to the next level…</h3>\r\n<strong></strong><strong><span>The future of your company is tied directly to the strategic decisions you make today AND your ability to effectively execute on your strategy! </span></strong>\r\n\r\nWhile we all understand the importance of thinking and acting strategically, often the demand of running the day to day business distracts us from looking at what we must do to execute on the key actions for today and to enhance and ensure our companies future.\r\n\r\nTo complicate the process, the world around us is constantly changing...\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><span>Changing Competition</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>Competing Products</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>Customer Needs</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>Customer Wants</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>New Business Models</span></li>\r\n	<li><span>New Business Theory</span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong><span>As we develop our business strategy often focus our attention on the “fires” burning in our business. </span></strong>\r\n\r\nBut our focus on the fire often inhibits our ability to objectively view the changing world around us and quickly react to it.\r\n\r\nCorePurpose and CoreAllianceSM members work with you to keep the fire in focus while also helping you keep a clear view of the world around you and the opportunities available to you and your business.\r\n\r\n<img src=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/images/Suites/BusinessStrat2.jpg\" alt=\"\" />\r\n<strong></strong>\r\n\r\n<span><strong><span>The Business Strategy Services Suite</span></strong><span>  provides resources to support your strategy creation and plan execution, along with an ongoing process designed to take your strategy from theory to reality.</span></span>\r\n\r\nOur strategy teams draw on decades of experience in working with companies ranging from entrepreneurial ventures to <em>Fortune 100</em> companies around the world. Working with you and your team, they bring\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li><span><span><span>focus to your strategic planning process</span></span></span></li>\r\n	<li><span><span><span><span>insights into activities outside of your borders</span></span></span></span></li>\r\n	<li><span><span><span><span>resources for research and analysis</span></span></span></span></li>\r\n	<li><span><span><span><span>experience in planning, implementation and successful plan execution</span></span></span></span></li>\r\n	<li><span><span><span><span>education and tools to help you through the process</span></span></span></span></li>\r\n	<li><span><span><span><span>Resources to get the right players in the right places for optimum performance and results.</span></span></span></span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong></strong><strong><span>CorePurpose has built the Business Strategy Services suite to assist clients in developing winning strategies and executing them in an ever changing world. </span></strong>\r\n\r\nShown below is a listing of some of the resources we bring to your strategy team:\r\n\r\n<strong>CoreExecutives:</strong> coaches, analyst, project managers and outsource solutions\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">CorePurpose:</span> Dedicated to helping you focus key resources where they will have the greatest impact, CorePurpose coaches work with you and your team to focus in on the areas that will take your business to the next level using a systematic approach to identifying areas of opportunity and executing programs to use them to your greatest advantage.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td><span style=\"font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; 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font-size: medium;\"><strong>Solutions for Emerging Companies </strong></span>\r\nLaying a strong foundation for success\r\n\r\nNo matter how revolutionary your technology, a Part is not a Product and it takes more that just good Products to realize your CorePurpose.\r\n\r\nUsing a Balanced Scorecard approach, CorePurpose and the members of the CoreAlliance become part of your team, helping to develop and implement your organizational strategy, channels to market, customer care and sales delivery systems - Giving you more time to focus on what you are most passionate about.\r\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"50%\">\r\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" valign=\"top\" height=\"25\"><strong>Employees:</strong></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Corporate Culture Development</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"35\">Service Mapping for improved Employee Satisfaction</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Benefits and Retention Programs</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Employee Development and Training</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"50%\">\r\n<table width=\"90%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" align=\"right\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" valign=\"top\" height=\"25\"><strong>Customers:</strong></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"11\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"181\" height=\"20\">Product Positioning</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"11\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"181\" height=\"20\">Marketing Support</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"11\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"181\" height=\"20\">Channels to Market</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"11\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"181\" height=\"20\">Channels Support</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"50%\">\r\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" valign=\"top\" height=\"25\"><strong>Operations:</strong></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Administration</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"22\">Sales Operations</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Credit and Collections</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Supply Chain &amp; 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font-size: medium;\"><strong>Solutions for Emerging Companies </strong></span>\r\nLaying a strong foundation for success\r\n\r\nNo matter how revolutionary your technology, a Part is not a Product and it takes more that just good Products to realize your CorePurpose.\r\n\r\nUsing a Balanced Scorecard approach, CorePurpose and the members of the CoreAlliance become part of your team, helping to develop and implement your organizational strategy, channels to market, customer care and sales delivery systems - Giving you more time to focus on what you are most passionate about.\r\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"50%\">\r\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" valign=\"top\" height=\"25\"><strong>Employees:</strong></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Corporate Culture Development</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"35\">Service Mapping for improved Employee Satisfaction</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Benefits and Retention Programs</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Employee Development and Training</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"50%\">\r\n<table width=\"90%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" align=\"right\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" valign=\"top\" height=\"25\"><strong>Customers:</strong></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"11\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"181\" height=\"20\">Product Positioning</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"11\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"181\" height=\"20\">Marketing Support</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"11\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"181\" height=\"20\">Channels to Market</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"11\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"181\" height=\"20\">Channels Support</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"50%\">\r\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" valign=\"top\" height=\"25\"><strong>Operations:</strong></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Administration</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"22\">Sales Operations</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Credit and Collections</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Supply Chain &amp; 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font-size: medium;\"><strong>Solutions for Emerging Companies </strong></span>\r\nLaying a strong foundation for success\r\n\r\nNo matter how revolutionary your technology, a Part is not a Product and it takes more that just good Products to realize your CorePurpose.\r\n\r\nUsing a Balanced Scorecard approach, CorePurpose and the members of the CoreAlliance become part of your team, helping to develop and implement your organizational strategy, channels to market, customer care and sales delivery systems - Giving you more time to focus on what you are most passionate about.\r\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"50%\">\r\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" valign=\"top\" height=\"25\"><strong>Employees:</strong></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Corporate Culture Development</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"35\">Service Mapping for improved Employee Satisfaction</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Benefits and Retention Programs</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Employee Development and Training</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"50%\">\r\n<table width=\"90%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" align=\"right\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" valign=\"top\" height=\"25\"><strong>Customers:</strong></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"11\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"181\" height=\"20\">Product Positioning</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"11\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"181\" height=\"20\">Marketing Support</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"11\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"181\" height=\"20\">Channels to Market</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"11\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"181\" height=\"20\">Channels Support</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"50%\">\r\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" valign=\"top\" height=\"25\"><strong>Operations:</strong></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Administration</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"22\">Sales Operations</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Credit and Collections</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Supply Chain &amp; 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font-size: medium;\"><strong>Solutions for Established Technology Companies </strong></span>\r\nOptimizing Core Resources\r\n\r\nIn today\'s challenging business environment you are constantly asked to do more with less..\r\n\r\nUsing a Balanced Scorecard approach, CorePurpose and the members of the CoreAlliance become part of your team, helping to develop solutions that optimize your organizational strategy, channels to market, customer care and sales delivery systems - Giving you more time to focus on what you are most Passionate about and Best at in a way that makes Financial sense. Once you determine the areas which have the greatest impact on YOUR success, we work with you to build, implement and execute your plan.\r\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"50%\">\r\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" valign=\"top\" height=\"25\"><strong>Employees:</strong></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"13\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Corporate Culture Development</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"13\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"35\">Service Mapping for improved Employee Satisfaction</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"13\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Benefits and Retention Programs</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"13\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Employee Development and Training</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"13\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Communications Programs</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"50%\">\r\n<table width=\"90%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" align=\"right\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" valign=\"top\" height=\"25\"><strong>Customers:</strong></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Product/Service Positioning</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Marketing and PR Support</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Assessments of Channels to Market</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Channels Optimization Programs</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Customer Care Solutions</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Service Recovery</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Customer Enthusiasm</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"50%\">\r\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" valign=\"top\" height=\"25\"><strong>Operations:</strong></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"13\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Administration</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"13\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"22\">Credit and Collections</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"13\" height=\"21\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"21\">Supply Chain &amp; Sales Execution</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"13\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Excess Inventory Solutions</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"50%\">\r\n<table width=\"90%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" align=\"right\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td colspan=\"2\" valign=\"top\" height=\"25\"><strong>Financial:</strong></td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Developing Core Metrics</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"20\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"20\">Opportunities for Cost Reductions</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" width=\"12\" height=\"21\">&gt;</td>\r\n<td valign=\"top\" height=\"21\">Reducing Financial Risk</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>\r\n</td>\r\n</tr>\r\n</tbody>\r\n</table>','Established Companies','','inherit','closed','open','','25-revision-3','','','2012-06-13 02:56:56','2012-06-13 02:56:56','',25,'http://new.corepurpose.com/25-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(1965,2,'2012-08-19 04:00:10','2012-08-19 04:00:10','Optimizing Core ResourcesIn today\'s challenging business environment you are constantly asked to do more with less..\r\n\r\nUsing a Balanced Scorecard approach, CorePurpose and the members of the CoreAlliance become part of your team, helping to develop solutions that optimize your organizational strategy, channels to market, customer care and sales delivery systems - Giving you more time to focus on what you are most Passionate about and Best at in a way that makes Financial sense. Once you determine the areas which have the greatest impact on YOUR success, we work with you to build, implement and execute your plan.\r\n<table border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"5\" cellpadding=\"2\" width=\"797\" align=\"center\"><tbody>\r\n    <tr>\r\n      <td valign=\"top\" width=\"394\">\r\n        <p align=\"center\"><strong>EMPLOYEES</strong></p>\r\n      </td>\r\n\r\n      <td valign=\"top\" width=\"386\">\r\n        <p align=\"center\"><strong>CUSTOMERS</strong></p>\r\n      </td>\r\n    </tr>\r\n\r\n    <tr>\r\n      <td valign=\"top\" width=\"396\">\r\n        <ul>\r\n          <li>Corporate Culture Development </li>\r\n\r\n          <li>Values Based Hiring </li>\r\n\r\n          <li>Service Mapping for Improved Employee Satisfaction </li>\r\n\r\n          <li>Benefits and Retention Programs </li>\r\n\r\n          <li>Employee Development and Training </li>\r\n\r\n          <li>Communications Programs </li>\r\n        </ul>\r\n      </td>\r\n\r\n      <td valign=\"top\" width=\"387\">\r\n        <ul>\r\n          <li>Product/Service Positioning </li>\r\n\r\n          <li>Leveraging Traditional and Social Media </li>\r\n\r\n          <li>Assessments of Channels to Market </li>\r\n\r\n          <li>Channels Optimization Programs </li>\r\n\r\n          <li>Customer Care Solutions </li>\r\n\r\n          <li>Service Recovery </li>\r\n\r\n          <li>Customer Enthusiasm </li>\r\n        </ul>\r\n      </td>\r\n    </tr>\r\n\r\n    <tr>\r\n      <td valign=\"top\" width=\"396\">\r\n        <p align=\"center\"><strong>OPERATIONS</strong></p>\r\n      </td>\r\n\r\n      <td valign=\"top\" width=\"387\">\r\n        <p align=\"center\"><strong>FINANCE</strong></p>\r\n      </td>\r\n    </tr>\r\n\r\n    <tr>\r\n      <td valign=\"top\" width=\"396\">\r\n        <ul>\r\n          <li>Administration </li>\r\n\r\n          <li>Credit and Collections </li>\r\n\r\n          <li>Supply Chain &amp; 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Development</li>\r\n	<li>Intellectual Property and Data Security</li>\r\n	<li>Capital Formation</li>\r\n	<li>Information Technology and IT Operations</li>\r\n	<li>International Expansion</li>\r\n	<li>Post Merger Integration</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and Web Services</li>\r\n	<li>Services Business Design</li>\r\n	<li>Product and Market Positioning</li>\r\n	<li>Channels Design and Support</li>\r\n	<li>Operations and Administration</li>\r\n	<li>Accounting and Finance</li>\r\n	<li>Warehousing and Supply Chain</li>\r\n	<li>Delivery and Logistics</li>\r\n	<li>Receivables and Collection</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n\"Due to economic conditions, many companies lack the resources to address key business challenges or take action to move themselves ahead of the competition,\" said Joan Koerber-Walker, executive director and founder of CorePurpose, Inc.  \"At CorePurpose, we believe the key to success is aligning your resources where they will have the greatest impact on your business.  So we have built a portfolio of talented executives and organizations who can work with these companies to solve problems, address non core areas, or support key initiatives. \" added Koerber-Walker.\r\n\r\nCoreAlliance members have supported key initiatives for companies ranging from start-ups to the Fortune 50 in their areas of specialty.\r\n\r\nWhen laying the foundation for their business, emerging companies often can not afford to add the level of expertise needed to address these needs full time.  Working with the CoreAlliance gives them access to the kinds of resources established companies enjoy, at a fraction of the cost, since they are pulling talent in on an as needed or project basis.  “Outsourcing is the way many companies choose to remain nimble in difficult times. The CoreAlliance members are an experienced team to which any business could proudly outsource,” says Francine Hardaway, CoreAlliance member and partner in Stealthmode Partners, a marketing, positioning, and public relations company.\r\n\r\n“Established organizations also benefit from the addition of CoreAlliance Resources” added Koerber-Walker.  “In today’s challenging economic environment, many organizations have had to cut back on resources and staff, leaving holes in the organization when key issues arise.  By partnering with CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance they gain access to proven executives and teams  who can implement solutions quickly and effectively based on years of experience and specialization.”\r\n\r\nWorking with CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance enables companies to refocus resources, strengthen non-core areas, and optimize their performance in the areas where they gain the greatest benefit.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">About CorePurpose, Inc. </span>\r\n\r\nHeadquartered in Arizona, CorePurpose, Inc., is a consulting and services aggregator specializing in building solutions that enable its clients to focus more of their resources and energy on what they are passionate about and best at in a way that makes financial sense.\r\nTogether with members of the CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup>, CorePurpose, Inc. works with companies and organizations to align internal resources to their areas of passion and strength while offering resources for mentoring, implementation and outsourcing in non-core areas or areas where additional support is required.  For more information about CorePurpose, Inc., and to view the listing and experience of CoreAlliance Members visit: <a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.com/\">www.corepurpose.com</a>.','CorePurpose Launches the CoreAlliance','','publish','closed','closed','','article-aspid15','','','2013-05-12 01:07:29','2013-05-12 01:07:29','',0,'http://new.corepurpose.com/?p=394',0,'post','',0),(395,2,'2012-07-14 12:55:25','2012-07-14 12:55:25','December 4, 2002 </strong>\n\nPhoenix, Arizona -- CorePurpose, Inc., a management consulting and services aggregator, today announced the formation of the CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup>, a coalition of specialty consulting firms dedicated to helping emerging and established businesses reach new heights in this challenging economy.\n\nThe CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup> is comprised of independent consulting and service organizations that bring proven industry knowledge and experience in building business solutions for both emerging and established organizations.  CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup> experts bring decades of expertise to the equation in the following areas:\n<ul>\n	<li>People Programs and Corporate Culture</li>\n	<li>Executive Development and Coaching</li>\n	<li>Customer Contact, Satisfaction and Loyalty</li>\n	<li>Core Strategy, Planning &amp; Development</li>\n	<li>Intellectual Property and Data Security</li>\n	<li>Capital Formation</li>\n	<li>Information Technology and IT Operations</li>\n	<li>International Expansion</li>\n	<li>Post Merger Integration</li>\n	<li>Communications and Web Services</li>\n	<li>Services Business Design</li>\n	<li>Product and Market Positioning</li>\n	<li>Channels Design and Support</li>\n	<li>Operations and Administration</li>\n	<li>Accounting and Finance</li>\n	<li>Warehousing and Supply Chain</li>\n	<li>Delivery and Logistics</li>\n	<li>Receivables and Collection</li>\n</ul>\n\"Due to economic conditions, many companies lack the resources to address key business challenges or take action to move themselves ahead of the competition,\" said Joan Koerber-Walker, executive director and founder of CorePurpose, Inc.  \"At CorePurpose, we believe the key to success is aligning your resources where they will have the greatest impact on your business.  So we have built a portfolio of talented executives and organizations who can work with these companies to solve problems, address non core areas, or support key initiatives. \" added Koerber-Walker.\n\nCoreAlliance members have supported key initiatives for companies ranging from start-ups to the Fortune 50 in their areas of specialty.\n\nWhen laying the foundation for their business, emerging companies often can not afford to add the level of expertise needed to address these needs full time.  Working with the CoreAlliance gives them access to the kinds of resources established companies enjoy, at a fraction of the cost, since they are pulling talent in on an as needed or project basis.  “Outsourcing is the way many companies choose to remain nimble in difficult times. The CoreAlliance members are an experienced team to which any business could proudly outsource,” says Francine Hardaway, CoreAlliance member and partner in Stealthmode Partners, a marketing, positioning, and public relations company.\n\n“Established organizations also benefit from the addition of CoreAlliance Resources” added Koerber-Walker.  “In today’s challenging economic environment, many organizations have had to cut back on resources and staff, leaving holes in the organization when key issues arise.  By partnering with CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance they gain access to proven executives and teams  who can implement solutions quickly and effectively based on years of experience and specialization.”\n\nWorking with CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance enables companies to refocus resources, strengthen non-core areas, and optimize their performance in the areas where they gain the greatest benefit.\n\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">About CorePurpose, Inc. </span>\n\nHeadquartered in Arizona, CorePurpose, Inc., is a consulting and services aggregator specializing in building solutions that enable its clients to focus more of their resources and energy on what they are passionate about and best at in a way that makes financial sense.\nTogether with members of the CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup>, CorePurpose, Inc. works with companies and organizations to align internal resources to their areas of passion and strength while offering resources for mentoring, implementation and outsourcing in non-core areas or areas where additional support is required.  For more information about CorePurpose, Inc., and to view the listing and experience of CoreAlliance Members visit: <a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/\">www.corepurpose.net</a>.\n\n','CorePurpose Launches the CoreAlliance','','inherit','closed','open','','394-revision','','','2012-07-14 12:55:25','2012-07-14 12:55:25','',394,'http://new.corepurpose.com/394-revision/',0,'revision','',0),(400,2,'2012-07-14 13:00:37','2012-07-14 13:00:37','\r\nPhoenix, Arizona -- CorePurpose, Inc., a management consulting and services aggregator, today announced the formation of the CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup>, a coalition of specialty consulting firms dedicated to helping emerging and established businesses reach new heights in this challenging economy.\r\n\r\nThe CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup> is comprised of independent consulting and service organizations that bring proven industry knowledge and experience in building business solutions for both emerging and established organizations.  CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup> experts bring decades of expertise to the equation in the following areas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>People Programs and Corporate Culture</li>\r\n	<li>Executive Development and Coaching</li>\r\n	<li>Customer Contact, Satisfaction and Loyalty</li>\r\n	<li>Core Strategy, Planning &amp; Development</li>\r\n	<li>Intellectual Property and Data Security</li>\r\n	<li>Capital Formation</li>\r\n	<li>Information Technology and IT Operations</li>\r\n	<li>International Expansion</li>\r\n	<li>Post Merger Integration</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and Web Services</li>\r\n	<li>Services Business Design</li>\r\n	<li>Product and Market Positioning</li>\r\n	<li>Channels Design and Support</li>\r\n	<li>Operations and Administration</li>\r\n	<li>Accounting and Finance</li>\r\n	<li>Warehousing and Supply Chain</li>\r\n	<li>Delivery and Logistics</li>\r\n	<li>Receivables and Collection</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n\"Due to economic conditions, many companies lack the resources to address key business challenges or take action to move themselves ahead of the competition,\" said Joan Koerber-Walker, executive director and founder of CorePurpose, Inc.  \"At CorePurpose, we believe the key to success is aligning your resources where they will have the greatest impact on your business.  So we have built a portfolio of talented executives and organizations who can work with these companies to solve problems, address non core areas, or support key initiatives. \" added Koerber-Walker.\r\n\r\nCoreAlliance members have supported key initiatives for companies ranging from start-ups to the Fortune 50 in their areas of specialty.\r\n\r\nWhen laying the foundation for their business, emerging companies often can not afford to add the level of expertise needed to address these needs full time.  Working with the CoreAlliance gives them access to the kinds of resources established companies enjoy, at a fraction of the cost, since they are pulling talent in on an as needed or project basis.  “Outsourcing is the way many companies choose to remain nimble in difficult times. The CoreAlliance members are an experienced team to which any business could proudly outsource,” says Francine Hardaway, CoreAlliance member and partner in Stealthmode Partners, a marketing, positioning, and public relations company.\r\n\r\n“Established organizations also benefit from the addition of CoreAlliance Resources” added Koerber-Walker.  “In today’s challenging economic environment, many organizations have had to cut back on resources and staff, leaving holes in the organization when key issues arise.  By partnering with CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance they gain access to proven executives and teams  who can implement solutions quickly and effectively based on years of experience and specialization.”\r\n\r\nWorking with CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance enables companies to refocus resources, strengthen non-core areas, and optimize their performance in the areas where they gain the greatest benefit.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">About CorePurpose, Inc. </span>\r\n\r\nHeadquartered in Arizona, CorePurpose, Inc., is a consulting and services aggregator specializing in building solutions that enable its clients to focus more of their resources and energy on what they are passionate about and best at in a way that makes financial sense.\r\nTogether with members of the CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup>, CorePurpose, Inc. works with companies and organizations to align internal resources to their areas of passion and strength while offering resources for mentoring, implementation and outsourcing in non-core areas or areas where additional support is required.  For more information about CorePurpose, Inc., and to view the listing and experience of CoreAlliance Members visit: <a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.com/\">www.corepurpose.com</a>.\r\n\r\n','CorePurpose Launches the CoreAlliance','','inherit','closed','open','','394-revision-5','','','2012-07-14 13:00:37','2012-07-14 13:00:37','',394,'http://new.corepurpose.com/394-revision-5/',0,'revision','',0),(396,2,'2012-07-14 12:55:31','2012-07-14 12:55:31','December 4, 2002 </strong>\r\n\r\nPhoenix, Arizona -- CorePurpose, Inc., a management consulting and services aggregator, today announced the formation of the CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup>, a coalition of specialty consulting firms dedicated to helping emerging and established businesses reach new heights in this challenging economy.\r\n\r\nThe CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup> is comprised of independent consulting and service organizations that bring proven industry knowledge and experience in building business solutions for both emerging and established organizations.  CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup> experts bring decades of expertise to the equation in the following areas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>People Programs and Corporate Culture</li>\r\n	<li>Executive Development and Coaching</li>\r\n	<li>Customer Contact, Satisfaction and Loyalty</li>\r\n	<li>Core Strategy, Planning &amp; Development</li>\r\n	<li>Intellectual Property and Data Security</li>\r\n	<li>Capital Formation</li>\r\n	<li>Information Technology and IT Operations</li>\r\n	<li>International Expansion</li>\r\n	<li>Post Merger Integration</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and Web Services</li>\r\n	<li>Services Business Design</li>\r\n	<li>Product and Market Positioning</li>\r\n	<li>Channels Design and Support</li>\r\n	<li>Operations and Administration</li>\r\n	<li>Accounting and Finance</li>\r\n	<li>Warehousing and Supply Chain</li>\r\n	<li>Delivery and Logistics</li>\r\n	<li>Receivables and Collection</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n\"Due to economic conditions, many companies lack the resources to address key business challenges or take action to move themselves ahead of the competition,\" said Joan Koerber-Walker, executive director and founder of CorePurpose, Inc.  \"At CorePurpose, we believe the key to success is aligning your resources where they will have the greatest impact on your business.  So we have built a portfolio of talented executives and organizations who can work with these companies to solve problems, address non core areas, or support key initiatives. \" added Koerber-Walker.\r\n\r\nCoreAlliance members have supported key initiatives for companies ranging from start-ups to the Fortune 50 in their areas of specialty.\r\n\r\nWhen laying the foundation for their business, emerging companies often can not afford to add the level of expertise needed to address these needs full time.  Working with the CoreAlliance gives them access to the kinds of resources established companies enjoy, at a fraction of the cost, since they are pulling talent in on an as needed or project basis.  “Outsourcing is the way many companies choose to remain nimble in difficult times. The CoreAlliance members are an experienced team to which any business could proudly outsource,” says Francine Hardaway, CoreAlliance member and partner in Stealthmode Partners, a marketing, positioning, and public relations company.\r\n\r\n“Established organizations also benefit from the addition of CoreAlliance Resources” added Koerber-Walker.  “In today’s challenging economic environment, many organizations have had to cut back on resources and staff, leaving holes in the organization when key issues arise.  By partnering with CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance they gain access to proven executives and teams  who can implement solutions quickly and effectively based on years of experience and specialization.”\r\n\r\nWorking with CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance enables companies to refocus resources, strengthen non-core areas, and optimize their performance in the areas where they gain the greatest benefit.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">About CorePurpose, Inc. </span>\r\n\r\nHeadquartered in Arizona, CorePurpose, Inc., is a consulting and services aggregator specializing in building solutions that enable its clients to focus more of their resources and energy on what they are passionate about and best at in a way that makes financial sense.\r\nTogether with members of the CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup>, CorePurpose, Inc. works with companies and organizations to align internal resources to their areas of passion and strength while offering resources for mentoring, implementation and outsourcing in non-core areas or areas where additional support is required.  For more information about CorePurpose, Inc., and to view the listing and experience of CoreAlliance Members visit: <a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/\">www.corepurpose.net</a>.\r\n\r\n','CorePurpose Launches the CoreAlliance','','inherit','closed','open','','394-revision-2','','','2012-07-14 12:55:31','2012-07-14 12:55:31','',394,'http://new.corepurpose.com/394-revision-2/',0,'revision','',0),(397,2,'2012-07-14 13:12:40','2012-07-14 13:12:40','Phoenix, Arizona -- CorePurpose, Inc., a management consulting and services aggregator, today announced the formation of the CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup>, a coalition of specialty consulting firms dedicated to helping emerging and established businesses reach new heights in this challenging economy.<!--more-->\n\nThe CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup> is comprised of independent consulting and service organizations that bring proven industry knowledge and experience in building business solutions for both emerging and established organizations.  CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup> experts bring decades of expertise to the equation in the following areas:\n<ul>\n	<li>People Programs and Corporate Culture</li>\n	<li>Executive Development and Coaching</li>\n	<li>Customer Contact, Satisfaction and Loyalty</li>\n	<li>Core Strategy, Planning &amp; Development</li>\n	<li>Intellectual Property and Data Security</li>\n	<li>Capital Formation</li>\n	<li>Information Technology and IT Operations</li>\n	<li>International Expansion</li>\n	<li>Post Merger Integration</li>\n	<li>Communications and Web Services</li>\n	<li>Services Business Design</li>\n	<li>Product and Market Positioning</li>\n	<li>Channels Design and Support</li>\n	<li>Operations and Administration</li>\n	<li>Accounting and Finance</li>\n	<li>Warehousing and Supply Chain</li>\n	<li>Delivery and Logistics</li>\n	<li>Receivables and Collection</li>\n</ul>\n\"Due to economic conditions, many companies lack the resources to address key business challenges or take action to move themselves ahead of the competition,\" said Joan Koerber-Walker, executive director and founder of CorePurpose, Inc.  \"At CorePurpose, we believe the key to success is aligning your resources where they will have the greatest impact on your business.  So we have built a portfolio of talented executives and organizations who can work with these companies to solve problems, address non core areas, or support key initiatives. \" added Koerber-Walker.\n\nCoreAlliance members have supported key initiatives for companies ranging from start-ups to the Fortune 50 in their areas of specialty.\n\nWhen laying the foundation for their business, emerging companies often can not afford to add the level of expertise needed to address these needs full time.  Working with the CoreAlliance gives them access to the kinds of resources established companies enjoy, at a fraction of the cost, since they are pulling talent in on an as needed or project basis.  “Outsourcing is the way many companies choose to remain nimble in difficult times. The CoreAlliance members are an experienced team to which any business could proudly outsource,” says Francine Hardaway, CoreAlliance member and partner in Stealthmode Partners, a marketing, positioning, and public relations company.\n\n“Established organizations also benefit from the addition of CoreAlliance Resources” added Koerber-Walker.  “In today’s challenging economic environment, many organizations have had to cut back on resources and staff, leaving holes in the organization when key issues arise.  By partnering with CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance they gain access to proven executives and teams  who can implement solutions quickly and effectively based on years of experience and specialization.”\n\nWorking with CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance enables companies to refocus resources, strengthen non-core areas, and optimize their performance in the areas where they gain the greatest benefit.\n\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">About CorePurpose, Inc. </span>\n\nHeadquartered in Arizona, CorePurpose, Inc., is a consulting and services aggregator specializing in building solutions that enable its clients to focus more of their resources and energy on what they are passionate about and best at in a way that makes financial sense.\nTogether with members of the CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup>, CorePurpose, Inc. works with companies and organizations to align internal resources to their areas of passion and strength while offering resources for mentoring, implementation and outsourcing in non-core areas or areas where additional support is required.  For more information about CorePurpose, Inc., and to view the listing and experience of CoreAlliance Members visit: <a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.com/\">www.corepurpose.com</a>.','CorePurpose Launches the CoreAlliance','','inherit','closed','open','','394-autosave','','','2012-07-14 13:12:40','2012-07-14 13:12:40','',394,'http://new.corepurpose.com/394-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(398,2,'2012-07-14 12:56:08','2012-07-14 12:56:08','December 4, 2002 </strong>\r\n\r\nPhoenix, Arizona -- CorePurpose, Inc., a management consulting and services aggregator, today announced the formation of the CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup>, a coalition of specialty consulting firms dedicated to helping emerging and established businesses reach new heights in this challenging economy.\r\n\r\nThe CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup> is comprised of independent consulting and service organizations that bring proven industry knowledge and experience in building business solutions for both emerging and established organizations.  CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup> experts bring decades of expertise to the equation in the following areas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>People Programs and Corporate Culture</li>\r\n	<li>Executive Development and Coaching</li>\r\n	<li>Customer Contact, Satisfaction and Loyalty</li>\r\n	<li>Core Strategy, Planning &amp; Development</li>\r\n	<li>Intellectual Property and Data Security</li>\r\n	<li>Capital Formation</li>\r\n	<li>Information Technology and IT Operations</li>\r\n	<li>International Expansion</li>\r\n	<li>Post Merger Integration</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and Web Services</li>\r\n	<li>Services Business Design</li>\r\n	<li>Product and Market Positioning</li>\r\n	<li>Channels Design and Support</li>\r\n	<li>Operations and Administration</li>\r\n	<li>Accounting and Finance</li>\r\n	<li>Warehousing and Supply Chain</li>\r\n	<li>Delivery and Logistics</li>\r\n	<li>Receivables and Collection</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n\"Due to economic conditions, many companies lack the resources to address key business challenges or take action to move themselves ahead of the competition,\" said Joan Koerber-Walker, executive director and founder of CorePurpose, Inc.  \"At CorePurpose, we believe the key to success is aligning your resources where they will have the greatest impact on your business.  So we have built a portfolio of talented executives and organizations who can work with these companies to solve problems, address non core areas, or support key initiatives. \" added Koerber-Walker.\r\n\r\nCoreAlliance members have supported key initiatives for companies ranging from start-ups to the Fortune 50 in their areas of specialty.\r\n\r\nWhen laying the foundation for their business, emerging companies often can not afford to add the level of expertise needed to address these needs full time.  Working with the CoreAlliance gives them access to the kinds of resources established companies enjoy, at a fraction of the cost, since they are pulling talent in on an as needed or project basis.  “Outsourcing is the way many companies choose to remain nimble in difficult times. The CoreAlliance members are an experienced team to which any business could proudly outsource,” says Francine Hardaway, CoreAlliance member and partner in Stealthmode Partners, a marketing, positioning, and public relations company.\r\n\r\n“Established organizations also benefit from the addition of CoreAlliance Resources” added Koerber-Walker.  “In today’s challenging economic environment, many organizations have had to cut back on resources and staff, leaving holes in the organization when key issues arise.  By partnering with CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance they gain access to proven executives and teams  who can implement solutions quickly and effectively based on years of experience and specialization.”\r\n\r\nWorking with CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance enables companies to refocus resources, strengthen non-core areas, and optimize their performance in the areas where they gain the greatest benefit.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">About CorePurpose, Inc. </span>\r\n\r\nHeadquartered in Arizona, CorePurpose, Inc., is a consulting and services aggregator specializing in building solutions that enable its clients to focus more of their resources and energy on what they are passionate about and best at in a way that makes financial sense.\r\nTogether with members of the CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup>, CorePurpose, Inc. works with companies and organizations to align internal resources to their areas of passion and strength while offering resources for mentoring, implementation and outsourcing in non-core areas or areas where additional support is required.  For more information about CorePurpose, Inc., and to view the listing and experience of CoreAlliance Members visit: <a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.net/\">www.corepurpose.net</a>.\r\n\r\n','CorePurpose Launches the CoreAlliance','','inherit','closed','open','','394-revision-3','','','2012-07-14 12:56:08','2012-07-14 12:56:08','',394,'http://new.corepurpose.com/394-revision-3/',0,'revision','',0),(399,2,'2012-07-14 12:59:20','2012-07-14 12:59:20','December 4, 2002 </strong>\r\n\r\nPhoenix, Arizona -- CorePurpose, Inc., a management consulting and services aggregator, today announced the formation of the CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup>, a coalition of specialty consulting firms dedicated to helping emerging and established businesses reach new heights in this challenging economy.\r\n\r\nThe CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup> is comprised of independent consulting and service organizations that bring proven industry knowledge and experience in building business solutions for both emerging and established organizations.  CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup> experts bring decades of expertise to the equation in the following areas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>People Programs and Corporate Culture</li>\r\n	<li>Executive Development and Coaching</li>\r\n	<li>Customer Contact, Satisfaction and Loyalty</li>\r\n	<li>Core Strategy, Planning &amp; Development</li>\r\n	<li>Intellectual Property and Data Security</li>\r\n	<li>Capital Formation</li>\r\n	<li>Information Technology and IT Operations</li>\r\n	<li>International Expansion</li>\r\n	<li>Post Merger Integration</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and Web Services</li>\r\n	<li>Services Business Design</li>\r\n	<li>Product and Market Positioning</li>\r\n	<li>Channels Design and Support</li>\r\n	<li>Operations and Administration</li>\r\n	<li>Accounting and Finance</li>\r\n	<li>Warehousing and Supply Chain</li>\r\n	<li>Delivery and Logistics</li>\r\n	<li>Receivables and Collection</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n\"Due to economic conditions, many companies lack the resources to address key business challenges or take action to move themselves ahead of the competition,\" said Joan Koerber-Walker, executive director and founder of CorePurpose, Inc.  \"At CorePurpose, we believe the key to success is aligning your resources where they will have the greatest impact on your business.  So we have built a portfolio of talented executives and organizations who can work with these companies to solve problems, address non core areas, or support key initiatives. \" added Koerber-Walker.\r\n\r\nCoreAlliance members have supported key initiatives for companies ranging from start-ups to the Fortune 50 in their areas of specialty.\r\n\r\nWhen laying the foundation for their business, emerging companies often can not afford to add the level of expertise needed to address these needs full time.  Working with the CoreAlliance gives them access to the kinds of resources established companies enjoy, at a fraction of the cost, since they are pulling talent in on an as needed or project basis.  “Outsourcing is the way many companies choose to remain nimble in difficult times. The CoreAlliance members are an experienced team to which any business could proudly outsource,” says Francine Hardaway, CoreAlliance member and partner in Stealthmode Partners, a marketing, positioning, and public relations company.\r\n\r\n“Established organizations also benefit from the addition of CoreAlliance Resources” added Koerber-Walker.  “In today’s challenging economic environment, many organizations have had to cut back on resources and staff, leaving holes in the organization when key issues arise.  By partnering with CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance they gain access to proven executives and teams  who can implement solutions quickly and effectively based on years of experience and specialization.”\r\n\r\nWorking with CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance enables companies to refocus resources, strengthen non-core areas, and optimize their performance in the areas where they gain the greatest benefit.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">About CorePurpose, Inc. </span>\r\n\r\nHeadquartered in Arizona, CorePurpose, Inc., is a consulting and services aggregator specializing in building solutions that enable its clients to focus more of their resources and energy on what they are passionate about and best at in a way that makes financial sense.\r\nTogether with members of the CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup>, CorePurpose, Inc. works with companies and organizations to align internal resources to their areas of passion and strength while offering resources for mentoring, implementation and outsourcing in non-core areas or areas where additional support is required.  For more information about CorePurpose, Inc., and to view the listing and experience of CoreAlliance Members visit: <a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.com/\">www.corepurpose.com</a>.\r\n\r\n','CorePurpose Launches the CoreAlliance','','inherit','closed','open','','394-revision-4','','','2012-07-14 12:59:20','2012-07-14 12:59:20','',394,'http://new.corepurpose.com/394-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(401,2,'2012-07-14 13:06:15','2012-07-14 13:06:15','\r\nPhoenix, Arizona -- CorePurpose, Inc., a management consulting and services aggregator, today announced the formation of the CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup>, a coalition of specialty consulting firms dedicated to helping emerging and established businesses reach new heights in this challenging economy.\r\n\r\nThe CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup> is comprised of independent consulting and service organizations that bring proven industry knowledge and experience in building business solutions for both emerging and established organizations.  CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup> experts bring decades of expertise to the equation in the following areas:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>People Programs and Corporate Culture</li>\r\n	<li>Executive Development and Coaching</li>\r\n	<li>Customer Contact, Satisfaction and Loyalty</li>\r\n	<li>Core Strategy, Planning &amp; Development</li>\r\n	<li>Intellectual Property and Data Security</li>\r\n	<li>Capital Formation</li>\r\n	<li>Information Technology and IT Operations</li>\r\n	<li>International Expansion</li>\r\n	<li>Post Merger Integration</li>\r\n	<li>Communications and Web Services</li>\r\n	<li>Services Business Design</li>\r\n	<li>Product and Market Positioning</li>\r\n	<li>Channels Design and Support</li>\r\n	<li>Operations and Administration</li>\r\n	<li>Accounting and Finance</li>\r\n	<li>Warehousing and Supply Chain</li>\r\n	<li>Delivery and Logistics</li>\r\n	<li>Receivables and Collection</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n\"Due to economic conditions, many companies lack the resources to address key business challenges or take action to move themselves ahead of the competition,\" said Joan Koerber-Walker, executive director and founder of CorePurpose, Inc.  \"At CorePurpose, we believe the key to success is aligning your resources where they will have the greatest impact on your business.  So we have built a portfolio of talented executives and organizations who can work with these companies to solve problems, address non core areas, or support key initiatives. \" added Koerber-Walker.\r\n\r\nCoreAlliance members have supported key initiatives for companies ranging from start-ups to the Fortune 50 in their areas of specialty.\r\n\r\nWhen laying the foundation for their business, emerging companies often can not afford to add the level of expertise needed to address these needs full time.  Working with the CoreAlliance gives them access to the kinds of resources established companies enjoy, at a fraction of the cost, since they are pulling talent in on an as needed or project basis.  “Outsourcing is the way many companies choose to remain nimble in difficult times. The CoreAlliance members are an experienced team to which any business could proudly outsource,” says Francine Hardaway, CoreAlliance member and partner in Stealthmode Partners, a marketing, positioning, and public relations company.\r\n\r\n“Established organizations also benefit from the addition of CoreAlliance Resources” added Koerber-Walker.  “In today’s challenging economic environment, many organizations have had to cut back on resources and staff, leaving holes in the organization when key issues arise.  By partnering with CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance they gain access to proven executives and teams  who can implement solutions quickly and effectively based on years of experience and specialization.”\r\n\r\nWorking with CorePurpose and the CoreAlliance enables companies to refocus resources, strengthen non-core areas, and optimize their performance in the areas where they gain the greatest benefit.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">About CorePurpose, Inc. </span>\r\n\r\nHeadquartered in Arizona, CorePurpose, Inc., is a consulting and services aggregator specializing in building solutions that enable its clients to focus more of their resources and energy on what they are passionate about and best at in a way that makes financial sense.\r\nTogether with members of the CoreAlliance<sup>SM</sup>, CorePurpose, Inc. works with companies and organizations to align internal resources to their areas of passion and strength while offering resources for mentoring, implementation and outsourcing in non-core areas or areas where additional support is required.  For more information about CorePurpose, Inc., and to view the listing and experience of CoreAlliance Members visit: <a href=\"http://www.corepurpose.com/\">www.corepurpose.com</a>.\r\n\r\n','CorePurpose Launches the CoreAlliance','','inherit','closed','open','','394-revision-6','','','2012-07-14 13:06:15','2012-07-14 13:06:15','',394,'http://new.corepurpose.com/394-revision-6/',0,'revision','',0),(402,2,'2012-07-14 08:26:24','2012-07-14 08:26:24','<div>\r\n\r\nThe day after your last In The Loop, I boarded a plane to Michigan to join my family in preparation for my Dad’s open heart surgery.  At age 74 he was going into the U of M Cardiovascular Center for on overhaul of the quadruple bypass he had received 22 years before.  This time if was going to be a bit more complex with both the Aortic and Mitral valves severely compromised.  After several days of preparation, on Monday, January 9th at 5:30 AM, the teams assembled.  The operating team was led by <a href=\"http://med.umich.edu/cardiac-surgery/patient/team/hjpatel.shtml\">Himanshu J. Patel, M.D.</a>, a specialist in surgery for thoracic and thoracoabdominal aortic disease, and surgery for valvular and aortic root disease and a host of pre-op, surgical, and post-op specialists.  The support team was led by my Mom who had corralled family and friends for support and prayers.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Expected and the Unexpected</strong>\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<div>\r\n\r\nHeart surgery is rarely routine, but lots of analysis and preparation prior to surgery told both teams what to expect.  New by-passes were needed and the the valves would need to be repaired or replaced.  The OR had been reserved for about 5 hours.  When they went in, they found the unexpected. The prior grafts from the first by-pass had fused to the breast bone creating major complications.  The team worked on Dad for almost 13 hours, cleaning up the old by-pass, replacing the Aortic valve, repairing the Mitrial and adding two new by-passes.  Out in the Waiting Room, our support team waited and communicated with friends and family around the country.  A <a href=\"http://www.caringbridge.org/\">CaringBridge</a> and cell phones kept everyone linked.  Communications and prayers flowed.  At 8:30 PM, 15 hours after we had checked him in to pre-op, Mom led her team of family supporters into ICU to see Dad for the first time.  Surrounded by a talented and caring ICU team and a loving cadre of family and friends, it was time for the next step on the journey to health and strength.\r\n\r\nOver the next week in ICU, Dad rode the proverbial roller coaster. He had his share of ups and downs,  but kept moving forward.  The ICU team was on hand at every turn as were family and friends who shared support on-site or via the CaringBridge for both Mom and Dad.  Updates flew over the internet with notes of encouragement coming back.  He had had 669 virtual visitors and received over 100 notes cheering him.  It was a miracle to see him sitting up and reading them on the laptop.  By Saturday night Mom was able to share:\r\n<blockquote>\r\n<h6>Today was a good day for Dick!</h6>\r\nDear Family and Friends,\r\nToday Dick had a successful day! His heartbeat continues to be stable as well as his blood pressure. He strolled in the hallway with his nurse and was very proud of his accomplishment - we are also.\r\nHopefully a bed will be available tomorrow in the step-down unit. He looks very good and has lots of conversation and stories to tell. Things are beginning to get back to normal. There is still discomfort but that is to be expected with all he has experienced.\r\n\r\nThanks to your prayers and support and the wonderful team at U of M he is progressing.</blockquote>\r\n<strong>Tying Back to </strong><a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/\"><strong>AZBio</strong></a>\r\n\r\nThe last 10 days gave me lots of time to think while I sat in ICU, and there are correlations between what we have been doing at AZBio and Dad’s surgery in many ways.  We too have been on a journey back to health and strength as our industry has been riding its own rollercoaster due to the economy, uncertainty with changes in laws and regulations, and the challenges that some of our companies have faced in the  struggle to survive and thrive. But at the same time we have also seen great successes with  new breakthroughs, the assembling of committed teams, and convergence of our community both regionally and statewide.\r\n\r\n<strong>We had our own by-pass in the area of communications</strong> as we re-established In the Loop and launched the new <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/\">AZBio.org</a> to keep the information flowing to you and about you across the web.  In 2011 we repaired or replaced support systems with the addition of the KCA team and creation of the <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/jobs-careers\">AZBio Jobing Career Center</a>, <a href=\"http://www.youtube.com/azbio1\">AZBio1 on YouTube</a>, recognized individual and team successes at the <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/azbio-awards\">AZBio Awards</a> and launched the<a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/azbio-celebrates-trailblazers\">Trailblazer Awards</a> to recognize our legislative partners.\r\n\r\n<strong>Committed support teams in the form of our AZBio Committees</strong> are bring us back to health and strength in the areas of   communications, events, outreach, and government  affairs.  While partnerships with the Arizona Commerce Authority, Arizona Technology Council, ATIC, GPEC, The Flinn Foundation, and others connected us to the broader statewide community.\r\n\r\n<strong>AZBio is gaining strength statewide</strong> as we continue to add both new members and renew existing members and supporters.  Our <a href=\"http://www.slideshare.net/AZBIO/azbio-prospectus-2012\">2012 AZBio Prospectus</a> is filled with opportunities to engage, support, and join in with the teams that are helping us build momentum.  Our rollercoaster ride is far from over, but as more and more of our community joins, provides support, and gets involved, our momentum increases.  We get healthier and stronger day by day.  If you need to join or renew you membership in AZBio you can do so <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/join\">here</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong>2012 will be a big year for AZBio</strong> and the more support we have from our members (our team) the faster we can move.  More new programs are in the works to address the key factors that YOU have told us to focus on:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Spreading the word on the value our community and our companies create with communication, events, and education</li>\r\n	<li>Advocacy both here in AZ and in DC too</li>\r\n	<li>Focusing on ways to access the capital resources our companies need to grow.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>We’re convening the community.</strong>  On January 26th from 5:30 – 7:30 PM we will gather for an Open House at Arizona’s newest bioscience incubator, <a href=\"http://www.ceigateway.com/\">The Center for Entrepreneurial Innovation at GateWay Community College.</a>    This community open house is your opportunity to connect with our community and our 2012 leadership as we introduce the 2012 AZBio Board of Directors.  It’s your opportunity to get engaged, to show your support, and to share with us what YOU need to help your team gain more momentum too.  We’ll be looking for you there.  To register, <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/events/event/center-for-entrepreneurial-innovation-open-house\">click here</a>.\r\n\r\n</div>','The Power of a Support Team','','inherit','closed','open','','79-revision-7','','','2012-07-14 08:26:24','2012-07-14 08:26:24','',79,'http://new.corepurpose.com/79-revision-7/',0,'revision','',0),(403,2,'2012-07-14 13:29:40','2012-07-14 13:29:40','<div>\n\nThe day after your last In The Loop, I boarded a plane to Michigan to join my family in preparation for my Dad’s open heart surgery.  At age 74 he was going into the U of M Cardiovascular Center for on overhaul of the quadruple bypass he had received 22 years before.  This time if was going to be a bit more complex with both the Aortic and Mitral valves severely compromised.  After several days of preparation, on Monday, January 9th at 5:30 AM, the teams assembled.  The operating team was led by <a href=\"http://med.umich.edu/cardiac-surgery/patient/team/hjpatel.shtml\">Himanshu J. Patel, M.D.</a>, a specialist in surgery for thoracic and thoracoabdominal aortic disease, and surgery for valvular and aortic root disease and a host of pre-op, surgical, and post-op specialists.  The support team was led by my Mom who had corralled family and friends for support and prayers.\n\n<strong>The Expected and the Unexpected</strong>\n\n</div>\n<div>\n\nHeart surgery is rarely routine, but lots of analysis and preparation prior to surgery told both teams what to expect.  New by-passes were needed and the the valves would need to be repaired or replaced.  The OR had been reserved for about 5 hours.  When they went in, they found the unexpected. The prior grafts from the first by-pass had fused to the breast bone creating major complications.  The team worked on Dad for almost 13 hours, cleaning up the old by-pass, replacing the Aortic valve, repairing the Mitrial and adding two new by-passes.  Out in the Waiting Room, our support team waited and communicated with friends and family around the country.  A <a href=\"http://www.caringbridge.org/\">CaringBridge</a> and cell phones kept everyone linked.  Communications and prayers flowed.  At 8:30 PM, 15 hours after we had checked him in to pre-op, Mom led her team of family supporters into ICU to see Dad for the first time.  Surrounded by a talented and caring ICU team and a loving cadre of family and friends, it was time for the next step on the journey to health and strength.\n\nOver the next week in ICU, Dad rode the proverbial roller coaster. He had his share of ups and downs,  but kept moving forward.  The ICU team was on hand at every turn as were family and friends who shared support on-site or via the CaringBridge for both Mom and Dad.  Updates flew over the internet with notes of encouragement coming back.  He had had 669 virtual visitors and received over 100 notes cheering him.  It was a miracle to see him sitting up and reading them on the laptop.  By Saturday night Mom was able to share:\n<blockquote>\n<h6>Today was a good day for Dick!</h6>\nDear Family and Friends,\nToday Dick had a successful day! His heartbeat continues to be stable as well as his blood pressure. He strolled in the hallway with his nurse and was very proud of his accomplishment - we are also.\nHopefully a bed will be available tomorrow in the step-down unit. He looks very good and has lots of conversation and stories to tell. Things are beginning to get back to normal. There is still discomfort but that is to be expected with all he has experienced.\n\nThanks to your prayers and support and the wonderful team at U of M he is progressing.</blockquote>\n<strong>Tying Back to </strong><a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/\"><strong>AZBio</strong></a>\n\nThe last 10 days gave me lots of time to think while I sat in ICU, and there are correlations between what we have been doing at AZBio and Dad’s surgery in many ways.  We too have been on a journey back to health and strength as our industry has been riding its own rollercoaster due to the economy, uncertainty with changes in laws and regulations, and the challenges that some of our companies have faced in the  struggle to survive and thrive. But at the same time we have also seen great successes with  new breakthroughs, the assembling of committed teams, and convergence of our community both regionally and statewide.\n\n<strong>We had our own by-pass in the area of communications</strong> as we re-established In the Loop and launched the new <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/\">AZBio.org</a> to keep the information flowing to you and about you across the web.  In 2011 we repaired or replaced support systems with the addition of the KCA team and creation of the <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/jobs-careers\">AZBio Jobing Career Center</a>, <a href=\"http://www.youtube.com/azbio1\">AZBio1 on YouTube</a>, recognized individual and team successes at the <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/azbio-awards\">AZBio Awards</a> and launched the<a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/azbio-celebrates-trailblazers\">Trailblazer Awards</a> to recognize our legislative partners.\n\n<strong>Committed support teams in the form of our AZBio Committees</strong> are bring us back to health and strength in the areas of   communications, events, outreach, and government  affairs.  While partnerships with the Arizona Commerce Authority, Arizona Technology Council, ATIC, GPEC, The Flinn Foundation, and others connected us to the broader statewide community.\n\n<strong>AZBio is gaining strength statewide</strong> as we continue to add both new members and renew existing members and supporters.  Our <a href=\"http://www.slideshare.net/AZBIO/azbio-prospectus-2012\">2012 AZBio Prospectus</a> is filled with opportunities to engage, support, and join in with the teams that are helping us build momentum.  Our rollercoaster ride is far from over, but as more and more of our community joins, provides support, and gets involved, our momentum increases.  We get healthier and stronger day by day.  If you need to join or renew you membership in AZBio you can do so <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/join\">here</a>.\n\n<strong>2012 will be a big year for AZBio</strong> and the more support we have from our members (our team) the faster we can move.  More new programs are in the works to address the key factors that YOU have told us to focus on:\n<ul>\n	<li>Spreading the word on the value our community and our companies create with communication, events, and education</li>\n	<li>Advocacy both here in AZ and in DC too</li>\n	<li>Focusing on ways to access the capital resources our companies need to grow.</li>\n</ul>\n<strong>We’re convening the community.</strong>  On January 26th from 5:30 – 7:30 PM we will gather for an Open House at Arizona’s newest bioscience incubator, <a href=\"http://www.ceigateway.com/\">The Center for Entrepreneurial Innovation at GateWay Community College.</a>    This community open house is your opportunity to connect with our community and our 2012 leadership as we introduce the 2012 AZBio Board of Directors.  It’s your opportunity to get engaged, to show your support, and to share with us what YOU need to help your team gain more momentum too.  We’ll be looking for you there.  To register, <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/events/event/center-for-entrepreneurial-innovation-open-house\">click here</a>.\n\n</div>','The Power of a Support Team','','inherit','closed','open','','79-autosave','','','2012-07-14 13:29:40','2012-07-14 13:29:40','',79,'http://new.corepurpose.com/79-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(404,2,'2012-07-14 13:28:38','2012-07-14 13:28:38','<div>\r\n\r\nThe day after your last In The Loop, I boarded a plane to Michigan to join my family in preparation for my Dad’s open heart surgery.  At age 74 he was going into the U of M Cardiovascular Center for on overhaul of the quadruple bypass he had received 22 years before.  This time if was going to be a bit more complex with both the Aortic and Mitral valves severely compromised.  After several days of preparation, on Monday, January 9th at 5:30 AM, the teams assembled.  The operating team was led by <a href=\"http://med.umich.edu/cardiac-surgery/patient/team/hjpatel.shtml\">Himanshu J. Patel, M.D.</a>, a specialist in surgery for thoracic and thoracoabdominal aortic disease, and surgery for valvular and aortic root disease and a host of pre-op, surgical, and post-op specialists.  The support team was led by my Mom who had corralled family and friends for support and prayers.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Expected and the Unexpected</strong>\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<div>\r\n\r\nHeart surgery is rarely routine, but lots of analysis and preparation prior to surgery told both teams what to expect.  New by-passes were needed and the the valves would need to be repaired or replaced.  The OR had been reserved for about 5 hours.  When they went in, they found the unexpected. The prior grafts from the first by-pass had fused to the breast bone creating major complications.  The team worked on Dad for almost 13 hours, cleaning up the old by-pass, replacing the Aortic valve, repairing the Mitrial and adding two new by-passes.  Out in the Waiting Room, our support team waited and communicated with friends and family around the country.  A <a href=\"http://www.caringbridge.org/\">CaringBridge</a> and cell phones kept everyone linked.  Communications and prayers flowed.  At 8:30 PM, 15 hours after we had checked him in to pre-op, Mom led her team of family supporters into ICU to see Dad for the first time.  Surrounded by a talented and caring ICU team and a loving cadre of family and friends, it was time for the next step on the journey to health and strength.\r\n\r\nOver the next week in ICU, Dad rode the proverbial roller coaster. He had his share of ups and downs,  but kept moving forward.  The ICU team was on hand at every turn as were family and friends who shared support on-site or via the CaringBridge for both Mom and Dad.  Updates flew over the internet with notes of encouragement coming back.  He had had 669 virtual visitors and received over 100 notes cheering him.  It was a miracle to see him sitting up and reading them on the laptop.  By Saturday night Mom was able to share:\r\n<blockquote>\r\n<h6>Today was a good day for Dick!</h6>\r\nDear Family and Friends,\r\nToday Dick had a successful day! His heartbeat continues to be stable as well as his blood pressure. He strolled in the hallway with his nurse and was very proud of his accomplishment - we are also.\r\nHopefully a bed will be available tomorrow in the step-down unit. He looks very good and has lots of conversation and stories to tell. Things are beginning to get back to normal. There is still discomfort but that is to be expected with all he has experienced.\r\n\r\nThanks to your prayers and support and the wonderful team at U of M he is progressing.</blockquote>\r\n<strong>Tying Back to </strong><a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/\"><strong>AZBio</strong></a>\r\n\r\nThe last 10 days gave me lots of time to think while I sat in ICU, and there are correlations between what we have been doing at AZBio and Dad’s surgery in many ways.  We too have been on a journey back to health and strength as our industry has been riding its own rollercoaster due to the economy, uncertainty with changes in laws and regulations, and the challenges that some of our companies have faced in the  struggle to survive and thrive. But at the same time we have also seen great successes with  new breakthroughs, the assembling of committed teams, and convergence of our community both regionally and statewide.\r\n\r\n<strong>We had our own by-pass in the area of communications</strong> as we re-established In the Loop and launched the new <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/\">AZBio.org</a> to keep the information flowing to you and about you across the web.  In 2011 we repaired or replaced support systems with the addition of the KCA team and creation of the <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/jobs-careers\">AZBio Jobing Career Center</a>, <a href=\"http://www.youtube.com/azbio1\">AZBio1 on YouTube</a>, recognized individual and team successes at the <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/azbio-awards\">AZBio Awards</a> and launched the<a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/azbio-celebrates-trailblazers\">Trailblazer Awards</a> to recognize our legislative partners.\r\n\r\n<strong>Committed support teams in the form of our AZBio Committees</strong> are bring us back to health and strength in the areas of   communications, events, outreach, and government  affairs.  While partnerships with the Arizona Commerce Authority, Arizona Technology Council, ATIC, GPEC, The Flinn Foundation, and others connected us to the broader statewide community.\r\n\r\n<strong>AZBio is gaining strength statewide</strong> as we continue to add both new members and renew existing members and supporters.  Our <a href=\"http://www.slideshare.net/AZBIO/azbio-prospectus-2012\">2012 AZBio Prospectus</a> is filled with opportunities to engage, support, and join in with the teams that are helping us build momentum.  Our rollercoaster ride is far from over, but as more and more of our community joins, provides support, and gets involved, our momentum increases.  We get healthier and stronger day by day.  If you need to join or renew you membership in AZBio you can do so <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/join\">here</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong>2012 will be a big year for AZBio</strong> and the more support we have from our members (our team) the faster we can move.  More new programs are in the works to address the key factors that YOU have told us to focus on:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Spreading the word on the value our community and our companies create with communication, events, and education</li>\r\n	<li>Advocacy both here in AZ and in DC too</li>\r\n	<li>Focusing on ways to access the capital resources our companies need to grow.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>We’re convening the community.</strong>  On January 26th from 5:30 – 7:30 PM we will gather for an Open House at Arizona’s newest bioscience incubator, <a href=\"http://www.ceigateway.com/\">The Center for Entrepreneurial Innovation at GateWay Community College.</a>    This community open house is your opportunity to connect with our community and our 2012 leadership as we introduce the 2012 AZBio Board of Directors.  It’s your opportunity to get engaged, to show your support, and to share with us what YOU need to help your team gain more momentum too.  We’ll be looking for you there.  To register, <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/events/event/center-for-entrepreneurial-innovation-open-house\">click here</a>.\r\n\r\n</div>','The Power of a Support Team','','inherit','closed','open','','79-revision-8','','','2012-07-14 13:28:38','2012-07-14 13:28:38','',79,'http://new.corepurpose.com/79-revision-8/',0,'revision','',0),(405,2,'2012-07-14 13:30:22','2012-07-14 13:30:22','<div>\r\n\r\nThe day after your last In The Loop, I boarded a plane to Michigan to join my family in preparation for my Dad’s open heart surgery.  At age 74 he was going into the U of M Cardiovascular Center for on overhaul of the quadruple bypass he had received 22 years before.  This time if was going to be a bit more complex with both the Aortic and Mitral valves severely compromised.  After several days of preparation, on Monday, January 9th at 5:30 AM, the teams assembled.  The operating team was led by <a href=\"http://med.umich.edu/cardiac-surgery/patient/team/hjpatel.shtml\">Himanshu J. Patel, M.D.</a>, a specialist in surgery for thoracic and thoracoabdominal aortic disease, and surgery for valvular and aortic root disease and a host of pre-op, surgical, and post-op specialists.  The support team was led by my Mom who had corralled family and friends for support and prayers.\r\n\r\n<strong>The Expected and the Unexpected</strong>\r\n\r\n</div>\r\n<div>\r\n\r\nHeart surgery is rarely routine, but lots of analysis and preparation prior to surgery told both teams what to expect.  New by-passes were needed and the the valves would need to be repaired or replaced.  The OR had been reserved for about 5 hours.  When they went in, they found the unexpected. The prior grafts from the first by-pass had fused to the breast bone creating major complications.  The team worked on Dad for almost 13 hours, cleaning up the old by-pass, replacing the Aortic valve, repairing the Mitrial and adding two new by-passes.  Out in the Waiting Room, our support team waited and communicated with friends and family around the country.  A <a href=\"http://www.caringbridge.org/\">CaringBridge</a> and cell phones kept everyone linked.  Communications and prayers flowed.  At 8:30 PM, 15 hours after we had checked him in to pre-op, Mom led her team of family supporters into ICU to see Dad for the first time.  Surrounded by a talented and caring ICU team and a loving cadre of family and friends, it was time for the next step on the journey to health and strength.\r\n\r\nOver the next week in ICU, Dad rode the proverbial roller coaster. He had his share of ups and downs,  but kept moving forward.  The ICU team was on hand at every turn as were family and friends who shared support on-site or via the CaringBridge for both Mom and Dad.  Updates flew over the internet with notes of encouragement coming back.  He had had 669 virtual visitors and received over 100 notes cheering him.  It was a miracle to see him sitting up and reading them on the laptop.  By Saturday night Mom was able to share:\r\n<blockquote>\r\n<h6>Today was a good day for Dick!</h6>\r\nDear Family and Friends,\r\nToday Dick had a successful day! His heartbeat continues to be stable as well as his blood pressure. He strolled in the hallway with his nurse and was very proud of his accomplishment - we are also.\r\nHopefully a bed will be available tomorrow in the step-down unit. He looks very good and has lots of conversation and stories to tell. Things are beginning to get back to normal. There is still discomfort but that is to be expected with all he has experienced.\r\n\r\nThanks to your prayers and support and the wonderful team at U of M he is progressing.</blockquote>\r\n<strong>Tying Back to </strong><a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/\"><strong>AZBio</strong></a>\r\n\r\nThe last 10 days gave me lots of time to think while I sat in ICU, and there are correlations between what we have been doing at AZBio and Dad’s surgery in many ways.  We too have been on a journey back to health and strength as our industry has been riding its own rollercoaster due to the economy, uncertainty with changes in laws and regulations, and the challenges that some of our companies have faced in the  struggle to survive and thrive. But at the same time we have also seen great successes with  new breakthroughs, the assembling of committed teams, and convergence of our community both regionally and statewide.\r\n\r\n<strong>We had our own by-pass in the area of communications</strong> as we re-established In the Loop and launched the new <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/\">AZBio.org</a> to keep the information flowing to you and about you across the web.  In 2011 we repaired or replaced support systems with the addition of the KCA team and creation of the <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/jobs-careers\">AZBio Jobing Career Center</a>, <a href=\"http://www.youtube.com/azbio1\">AZBio1 on YouTube</a>, recognized individual and team successes at the <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/azbio-awards\">AZBio Awards</a> and launched the<a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/azbio-celebrates-trailblazers\">Trailblazer Awards</a> to recognize our legislative partners.\r\n\r\n<strong>Committed support teams in the form of our AZBio Committees</strong> are bring us back to health and strength in the areas of   communications, events, outreach, and government  affairs.  While partnerships with the Arizona Commerce Authority, Arizona Technology Council, ATIC, GPEC, The Flinn Foundation, and others connected us to the broader statewide community.\r\n\r\n<strong>AZBio is gaining strength statewide</strong> as we continue to add both new members and renew existing members and supporters.  Our <a href=\"http://www.slideshare.net/AZBIO/azbio-prospectus-2012\">2012 AZBio Prospectus</a> is filled with opportunities to engage, support, and join in with the teams that are helping us build momentum.  Our rollercoaster ride is far from over, but as more and more of our community joins, provides support, and gets involved, our momentum increases.  We get healthier and stronger day by day.  If you need to join or renew you membership in AZBio you can do so <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/join\">here</a>.\r\n\r\n<strong>2012 will be a big year for AZBio</strong> and the more support we have from our members (our team) the faster we can move.  More new programs are in the works to address the key factors that YOU have told us to focus on:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Spreading the word on the value our community and our companies create with communication, events, and education</li>\r\n	<li>Advocacy both here in AZ and in DC too</li>\r\n	<li>Focusing on ways to access the capital resources our companies need to grow.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>We’re convening the community.</strong>  On January 26th from 5:30 – 7:30 PM we will gather for an Open House at Arizona’s newest bioscience incubator, <a href=\"http://www.ceigateway.com/\">The Center for Entrepreneurial Innovation at GateWay Community College.</a>    This community open house is your opportunity to connect with our community and our 2012 leadership as we introduce the 2012 AZBio Board of Directors.  It’s your opportunity to get engaged, to show your support, and to share with us what YOU need to help your team gain more momentum too.  We’ll be looking for you there.  To register, <a href=\"http://www.azbio.org/events/event/center-for-entrepreneurial-innovation-open-house\">click here</a>.\r\n\r\n</div>','The Power of a Support Team','','inherit','closed','open','','79-revision-9','','','2012-07-14 13:30:22','2012-07-14 13:30:22','',79,'http://new.corepurpose.com/79-revision-9/',0,'revision','',0),(406,2,'2012-08-19 22:59:00','2012-08-19 22:59:00','In June of 2009, I had an idea that it would be fun to share original ideas with friends in a place where we could all find them.  I blogged it as <a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2009/06/why-beoriginal.html\">Why #BeOriginal</a> to let my friends know.<!--more-->\n\n<img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-2145\" title=\"CorePurpose BeOriginal Logo\" src=\"http://new.corepurpose.com/wp-content/uploads/ad-cutout-300x254.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"254\" />\n\nOver time, more and more people have shared great ideas.  But Twitter search does not last forever, so I am capturing some of my personal favorites here. (These are what was still available on search starting 9/5/2009.  There were many more that are now gone from search.)  Some are my own quotes so I won\'t forget them - but many are from my friends and colleagues who have joined in the fun of sharing original ideas.  I hope you enjoy them!\n\nSince September I have been collecting the \"BeOriginals\" each month, categorizing them, and sharing them with others to give credit to all of my friends who share their original ideas.  You will find them all on the <a href=\"http://beoriginalblog.wordpress.com/\" target=\"_blank\">#BeOriginal Blog</a>.  Be sure to check it out and subscribe to the feed so you get the update each month.\n\nMaybe you have favorite quotes from searching <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a> too?  Feel free to add them in the comments section at any time. (Special thanks to @<a href=\"http://twitter.com/mikemyatt\">mikemyatt</a> who inspired me to do this with his personal quote list that you can find <a href=\"http://bit.ly/olriT\">here</a>.)\n\nHere is a short selection of the thousands of #BeOriginal Quotes that have now been shared.\n<h4><strong>Originals on Life and Attitude</strong></h4>\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/haforhope\">haforhope</a> \"It\'s Your Life: Live Life with a Mission.” -Ha Tran <a href=\"http://twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/haforhope\">haforhope</a>: \"If you don’t know your abilities and your limits, it’s much harder to make an honest promise and keep it.\"-Ha Tran #BeOriginal\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: \"Don\'t settle for a broken cookie! Your life can be more than crumbs!\" Amilya Antonetti <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: \"Things you should try to avoid. Knowledge on ice and ignorance on fire.\" ~ Amilya Antonetti <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\">WaltHansmann</a> Courage is about living true to yourself. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\">WaltHansmann</a> Our lives are determined by our choices. Choose well.<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: Action replaces fear with insight and knowledge. Get active! ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: An authentic smile changes everything. ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/RickSherrell\">RickSherrell</a>: \"Every apology falls short of the mark, but grace is always on target.\" <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/wbaustin\">WBAustin</a> The first two years of college are vocabulary lessons. The second two years are spent learning who to ask &amp; where to look it up. ~ Bill Austin\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/Chantified\">Chantified</a>\"You cannot become more than the thoughts you hold onto\" ~ Chanty Lang-Vermaas  <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/shannon_kb\">Shannon_KB</a>: \"Remind me to hit my \"pause\" button more often.\" ~ Shannon Koerber Bullard <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> : When you meet people with no happiness or hope, give them some of yours\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> Defeat negativity by turning your attention to positive pursuits; negativity dies from neglect. ~ Jeanie Hollon\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jdhenry09\">JDHenry09</a> \"To become your greatest fan - learn to laugh at yourself. It makes life way more interesting!\" -Jessica Henry <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\">eschreyer</a>: There\'s a reason you put your own oxygen mask on 1st. If you don\'t take care of yourself, you diminish your value to others. ~ Erin Schreyer\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/DrSteveBroe\">DrSteveBroe</a> Honor the teachers you meet in your world, in their many different forms. ~ Dr. Steve Broe <a href=\"http://twitter.com/search?q=%23beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/brainzooming\">BrainZooming</a>: Don\'t refuse to smile at someone you think is nobody.  It will make it easier when you realize later they are somebody. Mike Brown<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/judyrey\">judyrey</a> : How you look at the world actually determines what you see. ~ Judy Rey Wasserman <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MarkOOakes\" target=\"_blank\">MarkOOakes</a>: What we think we know has a tendency to come and go... but our wisdom will last a lifetime. <a href=\"http://koerberwalker.wordpress.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"The sooner we learn to ask for help - the sooner we reap the benefits.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"If you can find joy in the darkest days, imagine what you will find on bright ones!\" Joan Koerber-Walker\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>  \"Just when you think you are finished - Something good happens and you start all over again.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"All we can be is who we are. Anything else is just too much work.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"We each have an individual voice, but together we form a chorus whose music can change the world.\" - Joan Koerber-Walker.\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Making a Difference starts with Making an Effort.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"As the sun rises each day, so must our hope for a better tomorrow.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/Beoriginal\">#Beoriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Friends are like flowers - the more you have, the brighter your world.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>  \"Sometimes you have to give in and rest - So you can start again bright and refreshed.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n<h4><strong>Originals on Family</strong></h4>\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/trina_willard\">trina_willard</a>: The pain of life\'s passages are somehow tempered when a new little person joins the world. It\'s a new beginning. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MasterworksDsgn\">MasterworksDsgn</a>: The trouble with teaching your children to think for themselves is that they do. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a> So you live with interesting consequences...\n\nKatheeSue: Warning to my teens as they headed for the evening: \"Nothing good happens after midnight.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Talking with Teens: \"I\'ve had to tell you so many times. I sound like a broken record!\" \"Mom, What\'s a record?\" Joan Koerber-Walker\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>  \"Budget Mgt. Advice for Parents of Teens || \"I\'d love to give you a twenty honey - but I never carry cash.\"  Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Hockey Mom Math: 100 broken hockey sticks $15, 000, 1 ER visit $5,000, Watching your kid do what he loves - Priceless.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n<h4><strong>Originals on Leadership</strong></h4>\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/douglasbrent\">douglasbrent</a>: Always ask permission before offering feedback and you\'re more likely to be helpful. Douglas Brent Smith <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/douglasbrent\">douglasbrent</a>: Leadership is sharing inspiration and responsibility with the courage it takes to achieve success.~ Douglas Brent Smith <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/mikehenrysr\">mikehenrysr</a> : Just because I cleaned up the mess doesn\'t mean I volunteer to be the janitor ~ Mike Henry Sr.\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: In times like these, a leader must dig down to a new level of commitment to the goals of the team, and move forward. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: A leader who is clueless will have a team that is glueless.\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: A leader must dig down to a new level of commitment to the goals of the team, and move forward. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23leadership\">#leadership</a> <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/leadershipcoach\">leadershipcoach</a>: Some men are born leaders, and some leaders are born women. ~Joan Gustafson <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/leadershipcoach\">leadershipcoach</a>: \"A special leader lives within you. Determine what, when and how to lead.\" ~Joan Gustafson <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JenniferVMiller\">JenniferVMiller</a>: Take shortcuts with things, not with people, ~ Jennifer V. Miller<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JenniferVMiller\">JenniferVMiller</a>: Push your own boundaries before someone pushes them for you.<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\">WaltHansmann</a>: What qualities does it take to be a <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23leader\">#leader</a>? Look in the mirror. YOU are the key ingredient. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/mikemyatt\">mikemyatt</a>: \"There exists a season for all things, but decisive, prudent and principled leadership never goes out of season.\" <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a> <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23Quote\">#Quote</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\">eschreyer</a>: What makes a great leader? Not just striving 4 results, but also striving to build into people &amp; impact their lives. ~Erin Schreyer <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\">eschreyer</a>:  When great leaders look in the mirror, they see integrity, selflessness and inspiration.  ~ Erin Schreyer <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: SHINE: Seek … 2 … Help … by … Inspiring … Nuturing … &amp; … Encouraging. ~ Dave Brand <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: GOAL: Giving … of … Oneself … 2 … Achieve … a … Legacy.\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: RISK: Ready … 2 … Invest … in … Something … 4 … Keeps. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: MODEL: Motivate … Others … Daily … by … Encouraging … Learning. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: The value derived from inspection is related to the time spent in reflection. Dave Brand <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: Value a journey not only for it\'s destination, but also by the path traveled ~ Dave Brand\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/LeadToday\">LeadToday</a>: Poor leaders tell. Good leaders explain. Superior leaders demonstrate. Great leaders inspire. Steve Keating  <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/LeadToday\">LeadToday</a>: The only followers that care what their leader thinks R the followers that know their leader cares. Steve Keating\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a>: \"If you want your people to lead, be sure to give them a great role model to follow.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a>\"Great leaders lead by example, inspiring new leaders by their actions.\"  Joan Koerber-Walker\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"Choosing to lead is not always easy, but it IS always worth it.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"No one can hear you if you don\'t speak up\" Joan Koerber-Walker\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"If you want people to follow you, demonstrate that you are worth following.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"Doing the right thing is not always convenient ; but, it is always right.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"Inspiring others to lead and watching them succeed is the best part of a leader\'s journey.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n<h4><strong>Originals on Innovation and Creativity</strong></h4>\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: Creativity is <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23diversity\">#diversity</a> of the mind. ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/account/twitter/cpschuster\">cpschuster</a> : \"Different isn\'t good or bad; it\'s just different.\" Camille Schuster, PhD\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/deemccrorey\">DeeMcCrorey</a> \"Play to your strengths. Reinvent everything else.\" ~  Dee McCrorey <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: Originality is an art that improves with practice. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: When the innovation train pulls away from the station, make sure you are on it. Or else you\'ll get left behind. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/shannon_kb\">Shannon_KB</a> Is “Necessity the mother of Invention\" ∙OR∙ is Invention/Innovation the mother of Necessity? Shannon Koerber Bullard\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eaglesflite\">eaglesflite</a>: Imagine if the ground was not open to new seeds? A closed mind isn\'t fertile for the growth of new ideas &amp; visions ~ Dale Lawrence <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eaglesflite\">eaglesflite</a> The river of life may be swift, but a persevering spirit will always find a way to cross to the other side~ Dale Lawrence , <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/DrBob4u\">DrBob4u</a>: Do not deny your own mind. Encourage your own ideas and creativity. ~Dr Robert H. Schwenk <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/DrBob4u\">DrBob4u</a>: Choose the good in all things and people. Dr Robert H. Schwenkker\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>:  \"Creativity and Innovation is NOT always a good thing - just ask the folks on Wall Street.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: \"One spark of innovation can light up a world of new opportunities.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: \"Sometimes a small tweak can lead to a big improvement. Don\'t overlook small opportunities.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOrigina</a>l\n<h4>Originals on Success, Business and Growth</h4>\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle Thought ||\"You do not know what you don\'t know.  Be careful  who you allow to fill in the blanks\" ~ Amilya Antonetti <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>:  Noodle Thought: Just because you \"Can\" doesn\'t mean that you \"should\". Amilya Antonetti.\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle:Those around you should help\"lift\" you up and \"motivate\" you to be your best. Not bitter,angry, and resentful people who will pull you down. Watch who you let in.  Amilya Antonetti  <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a><abbr> </abbr>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle thought: \"Destiny CAN&amp;apos;T be stolen but it CAN be abandoned.\"<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle Thought: Good managers oil squeaky wheels. Bad Managers replace them. Know your situation. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<abbr></abbr>RodKirby \"I define success not by the amount of people that come in the door, but by how many leave impacted on their way out.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MoreClients\">MoreClients</a>: \"The fear of success is often more paralyzing than the fear of failure.\" - Peter George <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MoreClients\">MoreClients</a>: \"Effective marketing is the by-product of consistent marketing.\" Peter George <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Keep it up - and maybe, by day\'s end, the opportunities will begin to outweigh the challenges. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Change just is, and we need to wrap ourselves around it as well as we can. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Decisions made without us are decisions made for us. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Practice speedership every day. Anticipate coming changes and learn how to respond with lightning reflexes. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>:  Be in touch with the speed of change in your industry and within your organization—and understand the gap between the two. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/CorePurpose\">CorePurpose</a>: Originality drives Success. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/CorePurpose\">CorePurpose</a>: Success is a choice each of us can make. Choose yours. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWgrowth\">JKWgrowth</a>: 4 steps for growth|| Ask Questions. Listen for Answers. Take action. Celebrate Success ~ Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>: \"How can we help each other?\" Is one of the MOST powerful business questions you can ask! ~ Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWgrowth\">JKWgrowth</a>: \"Treasure your rainy days; they help to bring new growth...\" ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWgrowth\">JKWgrowth</a>: \"Growth accelerates when you choose to focus on your positives.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/coachjanet\">CoachJanet</a> \"Proactive people change the atmosphere and reactive people complain about it.\" Janet Daughtry  <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/wjsalls\">wjsalls</a>: Every failure is just another step on your journey to the top. William J. Salls<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\nMeghanMBiro Experiment - Don\'t Sell! Find something Meaningful + Create Value. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>:  Accountability is not about blame. It is commitment to excellence &amp; ownership of all results. Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: \"Collaboration defined -- expanding everyone\'s greatness\"\n\n<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/account/twitter/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: In business, speak clever to attract; deliver value to keep.~Kate Nasser\n\n<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/account/twitter/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: Team Defined: Talent engaged in growth and change to achieve a common success. ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JillKoenig\">JillKoenig</a>: What you dwell upon long enough and strong enough becomes your reality. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/coachquips\">coachquips</a>: Just when I think I\'ve got it all together, something comes up that I\'ve never had to deal with and I am humbled once again! Tricia Schulte<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n<h5><a href=\"http://twitter.com/jglass8\">jglass8</a> \"Growth is a journey while success is the final destination.\" Jamie Glass</h5>\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jglass8\">jglass8</a> Hope is everlasting and fuels our determination to achieve more. Jamie Glass\n<h4><strong>Humorous Originals</strong></h4>\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/converging\">converging</a>: As I tell my friends when wrestling with fear or intimidation: \"Pretty people poop too...\" Robb Bingham\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>: \"At least when I tweet on Twitter SOMEBODY listens.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"My idea of exercise - THREE laps around Lord &amp; Taylors.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"It\'s hard to take yourself seriously when you have just had a food fight in front of hundreds of people.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a>  \"A politician and an IRS agent are drowning. You can only save one of the. Do you walk the dog or read a book?\" Jeanie Hollon\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> \"Dear Lord, I been good today-I have\'t gossiped or bad-mouthed no one. But I\'m fixin\'; to get up now and I\'m gonna need your help.\"  Jeanie Hollon\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> \"Dear IRS, I no longer wish to belong to your organization. Please cancel my membership &amp; remove my name from your mailing list.\" Jeanie Hollon\n\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/wjsalls\">wjsalls</a>: \"If life gives you lemons, trade them for limes, and make Margaritas.\" William J. Salls #BeOriginal','Highlights from #BeOriginal','','inherit','closed','open','','242-autosave','','','2012-08-19 22:59:00','2012-08-19 22:59:00','',242,'http://new.corepurpose.com/242-autosave/',0,'revision','',0),(408,2,'2012-07-14 14:03:54','2012-07-14 14:03:54','In June of 2009, I had an idea that it would be fun to share original ideas with friends in a place where we could all find them.  I blogged it as <a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2009/06/why-beoriginal.html\">Why #BeOriginal</a> to let my friends know.\r\n\r\nOver time, more and more people have shared great ideas.  But Twitter search does not last forever, so I am capturing some of my personal favorites here. (These are what was still available on search starting 9/5/2009.  There were many more that are now gone from search.)  Some are my own quotes so I won\'t forget them - but many are from my friends and colleagues who have joined in the fun of sharing original ideas.  I hope you enjoy them!\r\n\r\nSince September I have been collecting the \"BeOriginals\" each month, categorizing them, and sharing them with others to give credit to all of my friends who share their original ideas.  You will find them all on the <a href=\"http://beoriginalblog.wordpress.com/\" target=\"_blank\">#BeOriginal Blog</a>.  Be sure to check it out and subscribe to the feed so you get the update each month.\r\n\r\nMaybe you have favorite quotes from searching <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a> too?  Feel free to add them in the comments section at any time. (Special thanks to @<a href=\"http://twitter.com/mikemyatt\">mikemyatt</a> who inspired me to do this with his personal quote list that you can find <a href=\"http://bit.ly/olriT\">here</a>.)\r\n\r\nHere is a short selection of the thousands of #BeOriginal Quotes that have now been shared.\r\n<h4><strong>Originals on Life and Attitude</strong></h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/haforhope\">haforhope</a> \"It\'s Your Life: Live Life with a Mission.” -Ha Tran <a href=\"http://twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/haforhope\">haforhope</a>: \"If you don’t know your abilities and your limits, it’s much harder to make an honest promise and keep it.\"-Ha Tran #BeOriginal\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: \"Don\'t settle for a broken cookie! Your life can be more than crumbs!\" Amilya Antonetti <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: \"Things you should try to avoid. Knowledge on ice and ignorance on fire.\" ~ Amilya Antonetti <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\">WaltHansmann</a> Courage is about living true to yourself. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\">WaltHansmann</a> Our lives are determined by our choices. Choose well.<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: Action replaces fear with insight and knowledge. Get active! ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: An authentic smile changes everything. ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/RickSherrell\">RickSherrell</a>: \"Every apology falls short of the mark, but grace is always on target.\" <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/wbaustin\">WBAustin</a> The first two years of college are vocabulary lessons. The second two years are spent learning who to ask &amp; where to look it up. ~ Bill Austin\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/Chantified\">Chantified</a>\"You cannot become more than the thoughts you hold onto\" ~ Chanty Lang-Vermaas  <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\nShannon_KB: \"Remind me to hit my \"pause\" button more often.\" ~ Shannon Koerber Bullard <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> : When you meet people with no happiness or hope, give them some of yours\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> Defeat negativity by turning your attention to positive pursuits; negativity dies from neglect. ~ Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jdhenry09\">JDHenry09</a> \"To become your greatest fan - learn to laugh at yourself. It makes life way more interesting!\" -Jessica Henry <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\">eschreyer</a>: There\'s a reason you put your own oxygen mask on 1st. If you don\'t take care of yourself, you diminish your value to others. ~ Erin Schreyer\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/DrSteveBroe\">DrSteveBroe</a> Honor the teachers you meet in your world, in their many different forms. ~ Dr. Steve Broe <a href=\"http://twitter.com/search?q=%23beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/brainzooming\">BrainZooming</a>: Don\'t refuse to smile at someone you think is nobody.  It will make it easier when you realize later they are somebody. Mike Brown<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/judyrey\">judyrey</a> : How you look at the world actually determines what you see. ~ Judy Rey Wasserman <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MarkOOakes\" target=\"_blank\">MarkOOakes</a>: What we think we know has a tendency to come and go... but our wisdom will last a lifetime. <a href=\"http://koerberwalker.wordpress.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"The sooner we learn to ask for help - the sooner we reap the benefits.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"If you can find joy in the darkest days, imagine what you will find on bright ones!\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>  \"Just when you think you are finished - Something good happens and you start all over again.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"All we can be is who we are. Anything else is just too much work.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"We each have an individual voice, but together we form a chorus whose music can change the world.\" - Joan Koerber-Walker.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Making a Difference starts with Making an Effort.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"As the sun rises each day, so must our hope for a better tomorrow.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/Beoriginal\">#Beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Friends are like flowers - the more you have, the brighter your world.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>  \"Sometimes you have to give in and rest - So you can start again bright and refreshed.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Originals on Family</strong></h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/trina_willard\">trina_willard</a>: The pain of life\'s passages are somehow tempered when a new little person joins the world. It\'s a new beginning. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MasterworksDsgn\">MasterworksDsgn</a>: The trouble with teaching your children to think for themselves is that they do. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a> So you live with interesting consequences...\r\n\r\nKatheeSue: Warning to my teens as they headed for the evening: \"Nothing good happens after midnight.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Talking with Teens: \"I\'ve had to tell you so many times. I sound like a broken record!\" \"Mom, What\'s a record?\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>  \"Budget Mgt. Advice for Parents of Teens || \"I\'d love to give you a twenty honey - but I never carry cash.\"  Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Hockey Mom Math: 100 broken hockey sticks $15, 000, 1 ER visit $5,000, Watching your kid do what he loves - Priceless.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Originals on Leadership</strong></h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/douglasbrent\">douglasbrent</a>: Always ask permission before offering feedback and you\'re more likely to be helpful. Douglas Brent Smith <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/douglasbrent\">douglasbrent</a>: Leadership is sharing inspiration and responsibility with the courage it takes to achieve success.~ Douglas Brent Smith <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/mikehenrysr\">mikehenrysr</a> : Just because I cleaned up the mess doesn\'t mean I volunteer to be the janitor ~ Mike Henry Sr.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: In times like these, a leader must dig down to a new level of commitment to the goals of the team, and move forward. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: A leader who is clueless will have a team that is glueless.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: A leader must dig down to a new level of commitment to the goals of the team, and move forward. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23leadership\">#leadership</a> <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/leadershipcoach\">leadershipcoach</a>: Some men are born leaders, and some leaders are born women. ~Joan Gustafson <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/leadershipcoach\">leadershipcoach</a>: \"A special leader lives within you. Determine what, when and how to lead.\" ~Joan Gustafson <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JenniferVMiller\">JenniferVMiller</a>: Take shortcuts with things, not with people, ~ Jennifer V. Miller<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JenniferVMiller\">JenniferVMiller</a>: Push your own boundaries before someone pushes them for you.<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\">WaltHansmann</a>: What qualities does it take to be a <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23leader\">#leader</a>? Look in the mirror. YOU are the key ingredient. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/mikemyatt\">mikemyatt</a>: \"There exists a season for all things, but decisive, prudent and principled leadership never goes out of season.\" <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a> <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23Quote\">#Quote</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\">eschreyer</a>: What makes a great leader? Not just striving 4 results, but also striving to build into people &amp; impact their lives. ~Erin Schreyer <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\">eschreyer</a>:  When great leaders look in the mirror, they see integrity, selflessness and inspiration.  ~ Erin Schreyer <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: SHINE: Seek … 2 … Help … by … Inspiring … Nuturing … &amp; … Encouraging. ~ Dave Brand <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: GOAL: Giving … of … Oneself … 2 … Achieve … a … Legacy.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: RISK: Ready … 2 … Invest … in … Something … 4 … Keeps. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: MODEL: Motivate … Others … Daily … by … Encouraging … Learning. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: The value derived from inspection is related to the time spent in reflection. Dave Brand <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: Value a journey not only for it\'s destination, but also by the path traveled ~ Dave Brand\r\n\r\nLeadToday: Poor leaders tell. Good leaders explain. Superior leaders demonstrate. Great leaders inspire. Steve Keating  <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/LeadToday\">LeadToday</a>:The only followers that care what their leader thinks R the followers that know their leader cares. Steve Keating\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a>: \"If you want your people to lead, be sure to give them a great role model to follow.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a>\"Great leaders lead by example, inspiring new leaders by their actions.\"  Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"Choosing to lead is not always easy, but it IS always worth it.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"No one can hear you if you don\'t speak up\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"If you want people to follow you, demonstrate that you are worth following.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"Doing the right thing is not always convenient ; but, it is always right.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"Inspiring others to lead and watching them succeed is the best part of a leader\'s journey.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Originals on Innovation and Creativity</strong></h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/shannon_kb\">Shannon_KB</a> Is \"Necessity the\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: Creativity is <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23diversity\">#diversity</a> of the mind. ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/account/twitter/cpschuster\">cpschuster</a> : \"Different isn\'t good or bad; it\'s just different.\" Camille Schuster, PhD\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/deemccrorey\">DeeMcCrorey</a> \"Play to your strengths. Reinvent everything else.\" ~  Dee McCrorey <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: Originality is an art that improves with practice. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: When the innovation train pulls away from the station, make sure you are on it. Or else you\'ll get left behind. ~ Joan Koerber-Walmother of Invention\" ∙OR∙ is Invention/Innovation the mother of Necessity? Shannon Koerber Bullard\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eaglesflite\">eaglesflite</a>: Imagine if the ground was not open to new seeds? A closed mind isn\'t fertile for the growth of new ideas &amp; visions ~ Dale Lawrence <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eaglesflite\">eaglesflite</a> The river of life may be swift, but a persevering spirit will always find a way to cross to the other side~ Dale Lawrence , <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/DrBob4u\">DrBob4u</a>: Do not deny your own mind. Encourage your own ideas and creativity. ~Dr Robert H. Schwenk <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/DrBob4u\">DrBob4u</a>: Choose the good in all things and people. Dr Robert H. Schwenkker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>:  \"Creativity and Innovation is NOT always a good thing - just ask the folks on Wall Street.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: \"One spark of innovation can light up a world of new opportunities.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: \"Sometimes a small tweak can lead to a big improvement. Don\'t overlook small opportunities.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOrigina</a>l\r\n<h4>Originals on Success, Business and Growth</h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle Thought ||\"You do not know what you don\'t know.  Be careful  who you allow to fill in the blanks\" ~ Amilya Antonetti <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>:  Noodle Thought: Just because you \"Can\" doesn\'t mean that you \"should\". Amilya Antonetti.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle:Those around you should help\"lift\" you up and \"motivate\" you to be your best. Not bitter,angry, and resentful people who will pull you down. Watch who you let in.  Amilya Antonetti  <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a><abbr> </abbr>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle thought: \"Destiny CAN&amp;apos;T be stolen but it CAN be abandoned.\"<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle Thought: Good managers oil squeaky wheels. Bad Managers replace them. Know your situation. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<abbr></abbr>RodKirby \"I define success not by the amount of people that come in the door, but by how many leave impacted on their way out.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MoreClients\">MoreClients</a>: \"The fear of success is often more paralyzing than the fear of failure.\" - Peter George <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MoreClients\">MoreClients</a>: \"Effective marketing is the by-product of consistent marketing.\" Peter George <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Keep it up - and maybe, by day\'s end, the opportunities will begin to outweigh the challenges. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Change just is, and we need to wrap ourselves around it as well as we can. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Decisions made without us are decisions made for us. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Practice speedership every day. Anticipate coming changes and learn how to respond with lightning reflexes. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>:  Be in touch with the speed of change in your industry and within your organization—and understand the gap between the two. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/CorePurpose\">CorePurpose</a>: Originality drives Success. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/CorePurpose\">CorePurpose</a>: Success is a choice each of us can make. Choose yours. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWgrowth\">JKWgrowth</a>: 4 steps for growth|| Ask Questions. Listen for Answers. Take action. Celebrate Success ~ Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>: \"How can we help each other?\" Is one of the MOST powerful business questions you can ask! ~ Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWgrowth\">JKWgrowth</a>: \"Treasure your rainy days; they help to bring new growth...\" ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWgrowth\">JKWgrowth</a>: \"Growth accelerates when you choose to focus on your positives.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/coachjanet\">CoachJanet</a> \"Proactive people change the atmosphere and reactive people complain about it.\" Janet Daughtry  <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/wjsalls\">wjsalls</a>: Every failure is just another step on your journey to the top. William J. Salls<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\nMeghanMBiro Experiment - Don\'t Sell! Find something Meaningful + Create Value. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>:  Accountability is not about blame. It is commitment to excellence &amp; ownership of all results. Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: \"Collaboration defined -- expanding everyone\'s greatness\"\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/account/twitter/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: In business, speak clever to attract; deliver value to keep.~Kate Nasser\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/account/twitter/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: Team Defined: Talent engaged in growth and change to achieve a common success. ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JillKoenig\">JillKoenig</a>: What you dwell upon long enough and strong enough becomes your reality. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/coachquips\">coachquips</a>: Just when I think I\'ve got it all together, something comes up that I\'ve never had to deal with and I am humbled once again! Tricia Schulte<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n<h5><a href=\"http://twitter.com/jglass8\">jglass8</a> \"Growth is a journey while success is the final destination.\" Jamie Glass</h5>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jglass8\">jglass8</a> Hope is everlasting and fuels our determination to achieve more. Jamie Glass\r\n<h4><strong>Humorous Originals</strong></h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/converging\">converging</a>: As I tell my friends when wrestling with fear or intimidation: \"Pretty people poop too...\" Robb Bingham\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>: \"At least when I tweet on Twitter SOMEBODY listens.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"My idea of exercise - THREE laps around Lord &amp; Taylors.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"It\'s hard to take yourself seriously when you have just had a food fight in front of hundreds of people.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a>  \"A politician and an IRS agent are drowning. You can only save one of the. Do you walk the dog or read a book?\" Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> \"Dear Lord, I been good today-I have\'t gossiped or bad-mouthed no one. But I\'m fixin\'; to get up now and I\'m gonna need your help.\"  Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> \"Dear IRS, I no longer wish to belong to your organization. Please cancel my membership &amp; remove my name from your mailing list.\" Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/wjsalls\">wjsalls</a>: \"If life gives you lemons, trade them for limes, and make Margaritas.\" William J. Salls #BeOriginal','Highlights from #BeOriginal','','inherit','closed','open','','242-revision-5','','','2012-07-14 14:03:54','2012-07-14 14:03:54','',242,'http://new.corepurpose.com/242-revision-5/',0,'revision','',0),(407,2,'2012-07-14 08:26:24','2012-07-14 08:26:24','In June of 2009, I had an idea that it would be fun to share original ideas with friends in a place where we could all find them.  I blogged it as <a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2009/06/why-beoriginal.html\">Why #BeOriginal</a> to let my friends know.\r\n\r\nOver time, more and more people have shared great ideas.  But Twitter search does not last forever, so I am capturing some of my personal favorites here. (These are what was still available on search starting 9/5/2009.  There were many more that are now gone from search.)  Some are my own quotes so I won\'t forget them - but many are from my friends and colleagues who have joined in the fun of sharing original ideas.  I hope you enjoy them!\r\n\r\nSince September I have been collecting the \"BeOriginals\" each month, categorizing them, and sharing them with others to give credit to all of my friends who share their original ideas.  You will find them all on the <a href=\"http://beoriginalblog.wordpress.com/\" target=\"_blank\">#BeOriginal Blog</a>.  Be sure to check it out and subscribe to the feed so you get the update each month.\r\n\r\nMaybe you have favorite quotes from searching <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a> too?  Feel free to add them in the comments section at any time. (Special thanks to @<a href=\"http://twitter.com/mikemyatt\">mikemyatt</a> who inspired me to do this with his personal quote list that you can find <a href=\"http://bit.ly/olriT\">here</a>.)\r\n\r\nHere is a short selection of the thousands of #BeOriginal Quotes that have now been shared.\r\n<h4>Originals on Life and Attitude</h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/haforhope\"><img src=\"http://a1.twimg.com/profile_images/77497740/80_Ha_normal.jpg\" alt=\"80_ha_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/haforhope\">haforhope</a> \"It\'s Your Life: Live Life with a Mission.” -Ha Tran <a href=\"http://twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/haforhope\">haforhope</a>: \"If you don’t know your abilities and your limits, it’s much harder to make an honest promise and keep it.\"-Ha Tran <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d55970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335d2970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"49\" height=\"49\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: \"Don\'t settle for a broken cookie! Your life can be more than crumbs!\" Amilya Antonetti <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: \"Things you should try to avoid. Knowledge on ice and ignorance on fire.\" ~ Amilya Antonetti <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\"><img src=\"http://a1.twimg.com/profile_images/295040786/Walt_Hansmann_Photo_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Walt_hansmann_photo_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\">WaltHansmann</a> Courage is about living true to yourself. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\">WaltHansmann</a> Our lives are determined by our choices. Choose well.<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/63280483/katesmall-newpic2008_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Katesmall-newpic2008_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: Action replaces fear with insight and knowledge. Get active! ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: An authentic smile changes everything. ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/RickSherrell\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/95541423/Rick_Sherrell_-_PHOTO_normal.JPG\" alt=\"Rick_sherrell_-_photo_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/RickSherrell\">RickSherrell</a>: \"Every apology falls short of the mark, but grace is always on target.\" <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d58970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335d5970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"52\" height=\"52\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/wbaustin\">WBAustin</a> The first two years of college are vocabulary lessons. The second two years are spent learning who to ask &amp; where to look it up. ~ Bill Austin\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335d8970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335e1970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"54\" height=\"54\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/Chantified\">Chantified</a>\"You cannot become more than the thoughts you hold onto\" ~ Chanty Lang-Vermaas  <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335e4970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335e7970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"48\" height=\"48\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>Shannon_KB \"Remind me to hit my \"pause\" button more often.\" ~ Shannon Koerber Bullard <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335eb970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d64970b-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"49\" height=\"49\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> : When you meet people with no happiness or hope, give them some of yours\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> Defeat negativity by turning your attention to positive pursuits; negativity dies from neglect. ~ Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335ee970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335f3970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"54\" height=\"54\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jdhenry09\">JDHenry09</a> \"To become your greatest fan - learn to laugh at yourself. It makes life way more interesting!\" -Jessica Henry <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/187595765/Erin_web-headshot_square_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Erin_web-headshot_square_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\">eschreyer</a>: There\'s a reason you put your own oxygen mask on 1st. If you don\'t take care of yourself, you diminish your value to others. ~ Erin Schreyer\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a33bf8970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c634b970b-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"52\" height=\"52\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/DrSteveBroe\">DrSteveBroe</a> Honor the teachers you meet in your world, in their many different forms. ~ Dr. Steve Broe <a href=\"http://twitter.com/search?q=%23beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335f7970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335fc970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"48\" height=\"48\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/brainzooming\">BrainZooming</a>: Don\'t refuse to smile at someone you think is nobody.  It will make it easier when you realize later they are somebody. Mike Brown<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335ff970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a33604970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"45\" height=\"45\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/judyrey\">judyrey</a> : How you look at the world actually determines what you see. ~ Judy Rey Wasserman <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div><a href=\"http://twitter.com/MarkOOakes\" target=\"_blank\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/307287415/IMG_6868d_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Img_6868d_normal\" width=\"38\" height=\"41\" /></a></div>\r\n<div><a href=\"http://twitter.com/MarkOOakes\" target=\"_blank\">MarkOOakes</a>: What we think we know has a tendency to come and go... but our wisdom will last a lifetime. <a href=\"http://koerberwalker.wordpress.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a></div>\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d6b970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a3360a970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"51\" height=\"51\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"The sooner we learn to ask for help - the sooner we reap the benefits.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"If you can find joy in the darkest days, imagine what you will find on bright ones!\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>  \"Just when you think you are finished - Something good happens and you start all over again.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"All we can be is who we are. Anything else is just too much work.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"We each have an individual voice, but together we form a chorus whose music can change the world.\" - Joan Koerber-Walker.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Making a Difference starts with Making an Effort.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"As the sun rises each day, so must our hope for a better tomorrow.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/Beoriginal\">#Beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Friends are like flowers - the more you have, the brighter your world.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>  \"Sometimes you have to give in and rest - So you can start again bright and refreshed.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n<h4>Originals on Family</h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/trina_willard\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/75559683/TWillard_2007_Headshot_normal.gif\" alt=\"Twillard_2007_headshot_normal\" width=\"49\" height=\"61\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/trina_willard\">trina_willard</a>: The pain of life\'s passages are somehow tempered when a new little person joins the world. It\'s a new beginning. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MasterworksDsgn\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/320312587/Twitter_head_shot_IMG_4368_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Twitter_head_shot_img_4368_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MasterworksDsgn\">MasterworksDsgn</a>: The trouble with teaching your children to think for themselves is that they do. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a> So you live with interesting consequences...\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d72970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a33613970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"46\" height=\"46\" align=\"left\" /></a>KatheeSue Warning to my teens as they headed for the evening: \"Nothing good happens after midnight.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d6b970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a3360a970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"51\" height=\"51\" align=\"left\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Talking with Teens: \"I\'ve had to tell you so many times. I sound like a broken record!\" \"Mom, What\'s a record?\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>  \"Budget Mgt. Advice for Parents of Teens || \"I\'d love to give you a twenty honey - but I never carry cash.\"  Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Hockey Mom Math: 100 broken hockey sticks $15, 000, 1 ER visit $5,000, Watching your kid do what he loves - Priceless.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n<h4>Originals on Leadership</h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/douglasbrent\"><img src=\"http://a1.twimg.com/profile_images/96424162/doug_at_the_table_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Doug_at_the_table_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/douglasbrent\">douglasbrent</a>: Always ask permission before offering feedback and you\'re more likely to be helpful. Douglas Brent Smith <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/douglasbrent\">douglasbrent</a>: Leadership is sharing inspiration and responsibility with the courage it takes to achieve success.~ Douglas Brent Smith <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a33616970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d7c970b-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"51\" height=\"51\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/mikehenrysr\">mikehenrysr</a> : Just because I cleaned up the mess doesn\'t mean I volunteer to be the janitor ~ Mike Henry Sr.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: In times like these, a leader must dig down to a new level of commitment to the goals of the team, and move forward. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>  <a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: A leader who is clueless will have a team that is glueless. <a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: A leader must dig down to a new level of commitment to the goals of the team, and move forward. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23leadership\">#leadership</a> <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/leadershipcoach\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/105117329/Joan_Gustafson_Photo_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Joan_gustafson_photo_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/leadershipcoach\">leadershipcoach</a>: Some men are born leaders, and some leaders are born women. ~Joan Gustafson <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/leadershipcoach\">leadershipcoach</a>: \"A special leader lives within you. Determine what, when and how to lead.\" ~Joan Gustafson <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JenniferVMiller\"><img src=\"http://a1.twimg.com/profile_images/353245294/Twitter_Headshot_Miller_Cropped_normal.JPG\" alt=\"Twitter_headshot_miller_cropped_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JenniferVMiller\">JenniferVMiller</a>: Take shortcuts with things, not with people, ~ Jennifer V. Miller<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JenniferVMiller\">JenniferVMiller</a>: Push your own boundaries before someone pushes them for you.<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\"><img src=\"http://a1.twimg.com/profile_images/295040786/Walt_Hansmann_Photo_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Walt_hansmann_photo_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\">WaltHansmann</a>: What qualities does it take to be a <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23leader\">#leader</a>? Look in the mirror. YOU are the key ingredient. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/mikemyatt\">mikemyatt</a>: \"There exists a season for all things, but decisive, prudent and principled leadership never goes out of season.\" <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a> <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23Quote\">#Quote</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/187595765/Erin_web-headshot_square_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Erin_web-headshot_square_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\">eschreyer</a>: What makes a great leader? Not just striving 4 results, but also striving to build into people &amp; impact their lives. ~Erin Schreyer <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\">eschreyer</a>:  When great leaders look in the mirror, they see integrity, selflessness and inspiration.  ~ Erin Schreyer <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/104715361/DBrand_normal.JPG\" alt=\"Dbrand_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: SHINE: Seek … 2 … Help … by … Inspiring … Nuturing … &amp; … Encouraging. ~ Dave Brand <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: GOAL: Giving … of … Oneself … 2 … Achieve … a … Legacy.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: RISK: Ready … 2 … Invest … in … Something … 4 … Keeps. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: MODEL: Motivate … Others … Daily … by … Encouraging … Learning. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: The value derived from inspection is related to the time spent in reflection. Dave Brand <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: Value a journey not only for it\'s destination, but also by the path traveled ~ Dave Brand\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d81970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d84970b-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"51\" height=\"51\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>LeadToday: Poor leaders tell. Good leaders explain. Superior leaders demonstrate. Great leaders inspire. Steve Keating  <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/LeadToday\">LeadToday</a>:The only followers that care what their leader thinks R the followers that know their leader cares. Steve Keating\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d6b970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a3360a970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"51\" height=\"51\" align=\"left\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a>: \"If you want your people to lead, be sure to give them a great role model to follow.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a>\"Great leaders lead by example, inspiring new leaders by their actions.\"  Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"Choosing to lead is not always easy, but it IS always worth it.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"No one can hear you if you don\'t speak up\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"If you want people to follow you, demonstrate that you are worth following.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"Doing the right thing is not always convenient ; but, it is always right.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"Inspiring others to lead and watching them succeed is the best part of a leader\'s journey.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n<h4>Originals on Innovation and Creativity</h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335e4970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335e7970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"48\" height=\"48\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/shannon_kb\">Shannon_KB</a> Is \"Necessity the mother of Invention\" ∙OR∙ is Invention/Innovation the mother of Necessity? Shannon Koerber Bullard\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eaglesflite\">eaglesflite</a>: Imagine if the ground was not open to new seeds? A closed mind isn\'t fertile for the growth of new ideas &amp; visions ~ Dale Lawrence <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23beoriginal\"><strong>#beoriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eaglesflite\">eaglesflite</a> The river of life may be swift, but a persevering spirit will always find a way to cross to the other side~ Dale Lawrence ,  <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/DrBob4u\">DrBob4u</a>:  Do not deny your own mind. Encourage your own ideas and creativity. ~Dr Robert H. Schwenk  <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23beoriginal\"><strong>#beoriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/DrBob4u\">DrBob4u</a>: Choose the good in all things and people. Dr Robert H. Schwenk\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/63280483/katesmall-newpic2008_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Katesmall-newpic2008_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: Creativity is <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23diversity\">#diversity</a> of the mind. ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d89970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d8f970b-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"48\" height=\"48\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/account/twitter/cpschuster\">cpschuster</a> : \"Different isn\'t good or bad; it\'s just different.\" Camille Schuster, PhD\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a3361e970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a33621970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"52\" height=\"52\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/deemccrorey\">DeeMcCrorey</a> \"Play to your strengths. Reinvent everything else.\" ~  Dee McCrorey <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: Originality is an art that improves with practice. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: When the innovation train pulls away from the station, make sure you are on it. Or else you\'ll get left behind. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>:  \"Creativity and Innovation is NOT always a good thing - just ask the folks on Wall Street.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: \"One spark of innovation can light up a world of new opportunities.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: \"Sometimes a small tweak can lead to a big improvement. Don\'t overlook small opportunities.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOrigina</a>l\r\n<h4>Originals on Success, Business and Growth</h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d55970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335d2970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"49\" height=\"49\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle Thought ||\"You do not know what you don\'t know.  Be careful  who you allow to fill in the blanks\" ~ Amilya Antonetti <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>:  Noodle Thought: Just because you \"Can\" doesn\'t mean that you \"should\". Amilya Antonetti.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle:Those around you should help\"lift\" you up and \"motivate\" you to be your best. Not bitter,angry, and resentful people who will pull you down. Watch who you let in.  Amilya Antonetti  <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a><abbr> </abbr>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle thought: \"Destiny CAN&amp;apos;T be stolen but it CAN be abandoned.\"<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle Thought: Good managers oil squeaky wheels. Bad Managers replace them. Know your situation. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<abbr></abbr><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a33625970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d9a970b-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"51\" height=\"51\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>RodKirby \"I define success not by the amount of people that come in the door, but by how many leave impacted on their way out.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d9f970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5da4970b-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"54\" height=\"54\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MoreClients\">MoreClients</a>: \"The fear of success is often more paralyzing than the fear of failure.\" - Peter George <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MoreClients\">MoreClients</a>: \"Effective marketing is the by-product of consistent marketing.\" Peter George <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Keep it up - and maybe, by day\'s end, the opportunities will begin to outweigh the challenges. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<strong><a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Change just is, and we need to wrap ourselves around it as well as we can. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a></strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Decisions made without us are decisions made for us. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Practice speedership every day. Anticipate coming changes and learn how to respond with lightning reflexes. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>:  Be in touch with the speed of change in your industry and within your organization—and understand the gap between the two. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/CorePurpose\"><img src=\"http://a1.twimg.com/profile_images/92027482/cmark_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Cmark_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/CorePurpose\">CorePurpose</a>: Originality drives Success. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/CorePurpose\">CorePurpose</a>: Success is a choice each of us can make. Choose yours. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWgrowth\">JKWgrowth</a>: 4 steps for growth|| Ask Questions. Listen for Answers. Take action. Celebrate Success ~ Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>: \"How can we help each other?\" Is one of the MOST powerful business questions you can ask! ~ Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWgrowth\">JKWgrowth</a>: \"Treasure your rainy days; they help to bring new growth...\" ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWgrowth\">JKWgrowth</a>: \"Growth accelerates when you choose to focus on your positives.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5da7970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a3362f970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"52\" height=\"52\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/coachjanet\">CoachJanet</a> \"Proactive people change the atmosphere and reactive people complain about it.\" Janet Daughtry  <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/wjsalls\">wjsalls</a>: Every failure is just another step on your journey to the top. William J. Salls<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5dac970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a33632970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"47\" height=\"47\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a>MeghanMBiro Experiment - Don\'t Sell! Find something Meaningful + Create Value. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/63280483/katesmall-newpic2008_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Katesmall-newpic2008_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>:  Accountability is not about blame. It is commitment to excellence &amp; ownership of all results. Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: \"Collaboration defined -- expanding everyone\'s greatness\"\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/account/twitter/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: In business, speak clever to attract; deliver value to keep.~Kate Nasser\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/account/twitter/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: Team Defined: Talent engaged in growth and change to achieve a common success. ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JillKoenig\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/67055313/jillkoenigphoto__2__normal.jpg\" alt=\"Jillkoenigphoto__2__normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JillKoenig\">JillKoenig</a>: What you dwell upon long enough and strong enough becomes your reality. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/coachquips\"><img src=\"http://a1.twimg.com/profile_images/190503238/tricia_photo_normal.JPG\" alt=\"Tricia_photo_normal\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/coachquips\">coachquips</a>: Just when I think I\'ve got it all together, something comes up that I\'ve never had to deal with and I am humbled once again! Tricia Schulte<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n<h5><a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a33635970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5db0970b-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"48\" height=\"48\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a></h5>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jglass8\">jglass8</a> \"Growth is a journey while success is the final destination.\" Jamie Glass\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jglass8\">jglass8</a> Hope is everlasting and fuels our determination to achieve more. Jamie Glass\r\n<h4>Humorous Originals</h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/converging\"><img src=\"http://a3.twimg.com/profile_images/114083717/robbonwhiteCU2_normal.jpg\" alt=\"Robbonwhitecu2_normal\" width=\"45\" height=\"64\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/converging\">converging</a>: As I tell my friends when wrestling with fear or intimidation: \"Pretty people poop too...\" Robb Bingham\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d6b970b-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a3360a970c-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"51\" height=\"51\" align=\"left\" /></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>: \"At least when I tweet on Twitter SOMEBODY listens.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"My idea of exercise - THREE laps around Lord &amp; Taylors.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"It\'s hard to take yourself seriously when you have just had a food fight in front of hundreds of people.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a5a335eb970c-pi\"><img src=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/.a/6a01053650f43d970c0120a54c5d64970b-pi\" alt=\"image\" width=\"49\" height=\"49\" align=\"left\" border=\"0\" /></a><a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a>  \"A politician and an IRS agent are drowning. You can only save one of the. Do you walk the dog or read a book?\" Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> \"Dear Lord, I been good today-I have\'t gossiped or bad-mouthed no one. But I\'m fixin\'; to get up now and I\'m gonna need your help.\"  Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> \"Dear IRS, I no longer wish to belong to your organization. Please cancel my membership &amp; remove my name from your mailing list.\" Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/wjsalls\">wjsalls</a>: \"If life gives you lemons, trade them for limes, and make Margaritas.\" William J. Salls #BeOriginal','Highlights from #BeOriginal','','inherit','closed','open','','242-revision-4','','','2012-07-14 08:26:24','2012-07-14 08:26:24','',242,'http://new.corepurpose.com/242-revision-4/',0,'revision','',0),(409,2,'2012-07-14 14:26:32','2012-07-14 14:26:32','In June of 2009, I had an idea that it would be fun to share original ideas with friends in a place where we could all find them.  I blogged it as <a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2009/06/why-beoriginal.html\">Why #BeOriginal</a> to let my friends know.\r\n\r\nOver time, more and more people have shared great ideas.  But Twitter search does not last forever, so I am capturing some of my personal favorites here. (These are what was still available on search starting 9/5/2009.  There were many more that are now gone from search.)  Some are my own quotes so I won\'t forget them - but many are from my friends and colleagues who have joined in the fun of sharing original ideas.  I hope you enjoy them!\r\n\r\nSince September I have been collecting the \"BeOriginals\" each month, categorizing them, and sharing them with others to give credit to all of my friends who share their original ideas.  You will find them all on the <a href=\"http://beoriginalblog.wordpress.com/\" target=\"_blank\">#BeOriginal Blog</a>.  Be sure to check it out and subscribe to the feed so you get the update each month.\r\n\r\nMaybe you have favorite quotes from searching <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a> too?  Feel free to add them in the comments section at any time. (Special thanks to @<a href=\"http://twitter.com/mikemyatt\">mikemyatt</a> who inspired me to do this with his personal quote list that you can find <a href=\"http://bit.ly/olriT\">here</a>.)\r\n\r\nHere is a short selection of the thousands of #BeOriginal Quotes that have now been shared.\r\n<h4><strong>Originals on Life and Attitude</strong></h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/haforhope\">haforhope</a> \"It\'s Your Life: Live Life with a Mission.” -Ha Tran <a href=\"http://twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/haforhope\">haforhope</a>: \"If you don’t know your abilities and your limits, it’s much harder to make an honest promise and keep it.\"-Ha Tran #BeOriginal\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: \"Don\'t settle for a broken cookie! Your life can be more than crumbs!\" Amilya Antonetti <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: \"Things you should try to avoid. Knowledge on ice and ignorance on fire.\" ~ Amilya Antonetti <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\">WaltHansmann</a> Courage is about living true to yourself. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\">WaltHansmann</a> Our lives are determined by our choices. Choose well.<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: Action replaces fear with insight and knowledge. Get active! ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: An authentic smile changes everything. ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/RickSherrell\">RickSherrell</a>: \"Every apology falls short of the mark, but grace is always on target.\" <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/wbaustin\">WBAustin</a> The first two years of college are vocabulary lessons. The second two years are spent learning who to ask &amp; where to look it up. ~ Bill Austin\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/Chantified\">Chantified</a>\"You cannot become more than the thoughts you hold onto\" ~ Chanty Lang-Vermaas  <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\nShannon_KB: \"Remind me to hit my \"pause\" button more often.\" ~ Shannon Koerber Bullard <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> : When you meet people with no happiness or hope, give them some of yours\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> Defeat negativity by turning your attention to positive pursuits; negativity dies from neglect. ~ Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jdhenry09\">JDHenry09</a> \"To become your greatest fan - learn to laugh at yourself. It makes life way more interesting!\" -Jessica Henry <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\">eschreyer</a>: There\'s a reason you put your own oxygen mask on 1st. If you don\'t take care of yourself, you diminish your value to others. ~ Erin Schreyer\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/DrSteveBroe\">DrSteveBroe</a> Honor the teachers you meet in your world, in their many different forms. ~ Dr. Steve Broe <a href=\"http://twitter.com/search?q=%23beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/brainzooming\">BrainZooming</a>: Don\'t refuse to smile at someone you think is nobody.  It will make it easier when you realize later they are somebody. Mike Brown<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/judyrey\">judyrey</a> : How you look at the world actually determines what you see. ~ Judy Rey Wasserman <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MarkOOakes\" target=\"_blank\">MarkOOakes</a>: What we think we know has a tendency to come and go... but our wisdom will last a lifetime. <a href=\"http://koerberwalker.wordpress.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"The sooner we learn to ask for help - the sooner we reap the benefits.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"If you can find joy in the darkest days, imagine what you will find on bright ones!\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>  \"Just when you think you are finished - Something good happens and you start all over again.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"All we can be is who we are. Anything else is just too much work.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"We each have an individual voice, but together we form a chorus whose music can change the world.\" - Joan Koerber-Walker.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Making a Difference starts with Making an Effort.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"As the sun rises each day, so must our hope for a better tomorrow.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/Beoriginal\">#Beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Friends are like flowers - the more you have, the brighter your world.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>  \"Sometimes you have to give in and rest - So you can start again bright and refreshed.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Originals on Family</strong></h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/trina_willard\">trina_willard</a>: The pain of life\'s passages are somehow tempered when a new little person joins the world. It\'s a new beginning. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MasterworksDsgn\">MasterworksDsgn</a>: The trouble with teaching your children to think for themselves is that they do. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a> So you live with interesting consequences...\r\n\r\nKatheeSue: Warning to my teens as they headed for the evening: \"Nothing good happens after midnight.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Talking with Teens: \"I\'ve had to tell you so many times. I sound like a broken record!\" \"Mom, What\'s a record?\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>  \"Budget Mgt. Advice for Parents of Teens || \"I\'d love to give you a twenty honey - but I never carry cash.\"  Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Hockey Mom Math: 100 broken hockey sticks $15, 000, 1 ER visit $5,000, Watching your kid do what he loves - Priceless.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Originals on Leadership</strong></h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/douglasbrent\">douglasbrent</a>: Always ask permission before offering feedback and you\'re more likely to be helpful. Douglas Brent Smith <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/douglasbrent\">douglasbrent</a>: Leadership is sharing inspiration and responsibility with the courage it takes to achieve success.~ Douglas Brent Smith <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/mikehenrysr\">mikehenrysr</a> : Just because I cleaned up the mess doesn\'t mean I volunteer to be the janitor ~ Mike Henry Sr.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: In times like these, a leader must dig down to a new level of commitment to the goals of the team, and move forward. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: A leader who is clueless will have a team that is glueless.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: A leader must dig down to a new level of commitment to the goals of the team, and move forward. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23leadership\">#leadership</a> <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/leadershipcoach\">leadershipcoach</a>: Some men are born leaders, and some leaders are born women. ~Joan Gustafson <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/leadershipcoach\">leadershipcoach</a>: \"A special leader lives within you. Determine what, when and how to lead.\" ~Joan Gustafson <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JenniferVMiller\">JenniferVMiller</a>: Take shortcuts with things, not with people, ~ Jennifer V. Miller<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JenniferVMiller\">JenniferVMiller</a>: Push your own boundaries before someone pushes them for you.<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\">WaltHansmann</a>: What qualities does it take to be a <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23leader\">#leader</a>? Look in the mirror. YOU are the key ingredient. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/mikemyatt\">mikemyatt</a>: \"There exists a season for all things, but decisive, prudent and principled leadership never goes out of season.\" <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a> <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23Quote\">#Quote</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\">eschreyer</a>: What makes a great leader? Not just striving 4 results, but also striving to build into people &amp; impact their lives. ~Erin Schreyer <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\">eschreyer</a>:  When great leaders look in the mirror, they see integrity, selflessness and inspiration.  ~ Erin Schreyer <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: SHINE: Seek … 2 … Help … by … Inspiring … Nuturing … &amp; … Encouraging. ~ Dave Brand <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: GOAL: Giving … of … Oneself … 2 … Achieve … a … Legacy.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: RISK: Ready … 2 … Invest … in … Something … 4 … Keeps. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: MODEL: Motivate … Others … Daily … by … Encouraging … Learning. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: The value derived from inspection is related to the time spent in reflection. Dave Brand <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: Value a journey not only for it\'s destination, but also by the path traveled ~ Dave Brand\r\n\r\nLeadToday: Poor leaders tell. Good leaders explain. Superior leaders demonstrate. Great leaders inspire. Steve Keating  <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/LeadToday\">LeadToday</a>:The only followers that care what their leader thinks R the followers that know their leader cares. Steve Keating\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a>: \"If you want your people to lead, be sure to give them a great role model to follow.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a>\"Great leaders lead by example, inspiring new leaders by their actions.\"  Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"Choosing to lead is not always easy, but it IS always worth it.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"No one can hear you if you don\'t speak up\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"If you want people to follow you, demonstrate that you are worth following.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"Doing the right thing is not always convenient ; but, it is always right.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"Inspiring others to lead and watching them succeed is the best part of a leader\'s journey.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Originals on Innovation and Creativity</strong></h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/shannon_kb\">Shannon_KB</a> Is \"Necessity the\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: Creativity is <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23diversity\">#diversity</a> of the mind. ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/account/twitter/cpschuster\">cpschuster</a> : \"Different isn\'t good or bad; it\'s just different.\" Camille Schuster, PhD\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/deemccrorey\">DeeMcCrorey</a> \"Play to your strengths. Reinvent everything else.\" ~  Dee McCrorey <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: Originality is an art that improves with practice. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: When the innovation train pulls away from the station, make sure you are on it. Or else you\'ll get left behind. ~ Joan Koerber-Walmother of Invention\" ∙OR∙ is Invention/Innovation the mother of Necessity? Shannon Koerber Bullard\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eaglesflite\">eaglesflite</a>: Imagine if the ground was not open to new seeds? A closed mind isn\'t fertile for the growth of new ideas &amp; visions ~ Dale Lawrence <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eaglesflite\">eaglesflite</a> The river of life may be swift, but a persevering spirit will always find a way to cross to the other side~ Dale Lawrence , <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/DrBob4u\">DrBob4u</a>: Do not deny your own mind. Encourage your own ideas and creativity. ~Dr Robert H. Schwenk <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/DrBob4u\">DrBob4u</a>: Choose the good in all things and people. Dr Robert H. Schwenkker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>:  \"Creativity and Innovation is NOT always a good thing - just ask the folks on Wall Street.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: \"One spark of innovation can light up a world of new opportunities.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: \"Sometimes a small tweak can lead to a big improvement. Don\'t overlook small opportunities.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOrigina</a>l\r\n<h4>Originals on Success, Business and Growth</h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle Thought ||\"You do not know what you don\'t know.  Be careful  who you allow to fill in the blanks\" ~ Amilya Antonetti <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>:  Noodle Thought: Just because you \"Can\" doesn\'t mean that you \"should\". Amilya Antonetti.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle:Those around you should help\"lift\" you up and \"motivate\" you to be your best. Not bitter,angry, and resentful people who will pull you down. Watch who you let in.  Amilya Antonetti  <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a><abbr> </abbr>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle thought: \"Destiny CAN&amp;apos;T be stolen but it CAN be abandoned.\"<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle Thought: Good managers oil squeaky wheels. Bad Managers replace them. Know your situation. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<abbr></abbr>RodKirby \"I define success not by the amount of people that come in the door, but by how many leave impacted on their way out.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MoreClients\">MoreClients</a>: \"The fear of success is often more paralyzing than the fear of failure.\" - Peter George <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MoreClients\">MoreClients</a>: \"Effective marketing is the by-product of consistent marketing.\" Peter George <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Keep it up - and maybe, by day\'s end, the opportunities will begin to outweigh the challenges. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Change just is, and we need to wrap ourselves around it as well as we can. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Decisions made without us are decisions made for us. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Practice speedership every day. Anticipate coming changes and learn how to respond with lightning reflexes. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>:  Be in touch with the speed of change in your industry and within your organization—and understand the gap between the two. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/CorePurpose\">CorePurpose</a>: Originality drives Success. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/CorePurpose\">CorePurpose</a>: Success is a choice each of us can make. Choose yours. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWgrowth\">JKWgrowth</a>: 4 steps for growth|| Ask Questions. Listen for Answers. Take action. Celebrate Success ~ Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>: \"How can we help each other?\" Is one of the MOST powerful business questions you can ask! ~ Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWgrowth\">JKWgrowth</a>: \"Treasure your rainy days; they help to bring new growth...\" ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWgrowth\">JKWgrowth</a>: \"Growth accelerates when you choose to focus on your positives.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/coachjanet\">CoachJanet</a> \"Proactive people change the atmosphere and reactive people complain about it.\" Janet Daughtry  <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/wjsalls\">wjsalls</a>: Every failure is just another step on your journey to the top. William J. Salls<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\nMeghanMBiro Experiment - Don\'t Sell! Find something Meaningful + Create Value. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>:  Accountability is not about blame. It is commitment to excellence &amp; ownership of all results. Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: \"Collaboration defined -- expanding everyone\'s greatness\"\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/account/twitter/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: In business, speak clever to attract; deliver value to keep.~Kate Nasser\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/account/twitter/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: Team Defined: Talent engaged in growth and change to achieve a common success. ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JillKoenig\">JillKoenig</a>: What you dwell upon long enough and strong enough becomes your reality. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/coachquips\">coachquips</a>: Just when I think I\'ve got it all together, something comes up that I\'ve never had to deal with and I am humbled once again! Tricia Schulte<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n<h5><a href=\"http://twitter.com/jglass8\">jglass8</a> \"Growth is a journey while success is the final destination.\" Jamie Glass</h5>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jglass8\">jglass8</a> Hope is everlasting and fuels our determination to achieve more. Jamie Glass\r\n<h4><strong>Humorous Originals</strong></h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/converging\">converging</a>: As I tell my friends when wrestling with fear or intimidation: \"Pretty people poop too...\" Robb Bingham\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>: \"At least when I tweet on Twitter SOMEBODY listens.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"My idea of exercise - THREE laps around Lord &amp; Taylors.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"It\'s hard to take yourself seriously when you have just had a food fight in front of hundreds of people.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a>  \"A politician and an IRS agent are drowning. You can only save one of the. Do you walk the dog or read a book?\" Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> \"Dear Lord, I been good today-I have\'t gossiped or bad-mouthed no one. But I\'m fixin\'; to get up now and I\'m gonna need your help.\"  Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> \"Dear IRS, I no longer wish to belong to your organization. Please cancel my membership &amp; remove my name from your mailing list.\" Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/wjsalls\">wjsalls</a>: \"If life gives you lemons, trade them for limes, and make Margaritas.\" William J. Salls #BeOriginal','Highlights from #BeOriginal','','inherit','closed','open','','242-revision-6','','','2012-07-14 14:26:32','2012-07-14 14:26:32','',242,'http://new.corepurpose.com/242-revision-6/',0,'revision','',0),(410,2,'2012-07-14 14:27:48','2012-07-14 14:27:48','In June of 2009, I had an idea that it would be fun to share original ideas with friends in a place where we could all find them.  I blogged it as <a href=\"http://jkw.typepad.com/corepurpose_joan_koerberw/2009/06/why-beoriginal.html\">Why #BeOriginal</a> to let my friends know.\r\n\r\nOver time, more and more people have shared great ideas.  But Twitter search does not last forever, so I am capturing some of my personal favorites here. (These are what was still available on search starting 9/5/2009.  There were many more that are now gone from search.)  Some are my own quotes so I won\'t forget them - but many are from my friends and colleagues who have joined in the fun of sharing original ideas.  I hope you enjoy them!\r\n\r\nSince September I have been collecting the \"BeOriginals\" each month, categorizing them, and sharing them with others to give credit to all of my friends who share their original ideas.  You will find them all on the <a href=\"http://beoriginalblog.wordpress.com/\" target=\"_blank\">#BeOriginal Blog</a>.  Be sure to check it out and subscribe to the feed so you get the update each month.\r\n\r\nMaybe you have favorite quotes from searching <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a> too?  Feel free to add them in the comments section at any time. (Special thanks to @<a href=\"http://twitter.com/mikemyatt\">mikemyatt</a> who inspired me to do this with his personal quote list that you can find <a href=\"http://bit.ly/olriT\">here</a>.)\r\n\r\nHere is a short selection of the thousands of #BeOriginal Quotes that have now been shared.\r\n<h4><strong>Originals on Life and Attitude</strong></h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/haforhope\">haforhope</a> \"It\'s Your Life: Live Life with a Mission.” -Ha Tran <a href=\"http://twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/haforhope\">haforhope</a>: \"If you don’t know your abilities and your limits, it’s much harder to make an honest promise and keep it.\"-Ha Tran #BeOriginal\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: \"Don\'t settle for a broken cookie! Your life can be more than crumbs!\" Amilya Antonetti <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: \"Things you should try to avoid. Knowledge on ice and ignorance on fire.\" ~ Amilya Antonetti <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\">WaltHansmann</a> Courage is about living true to yourself. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\">WaltHansmann</a> Our lives are determined by our choices. Choose well.<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: Action replaces fear with insight and knowledge. Get active! ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: An authentic smile changes everything. ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/RickSherrell\">RickSherrell</a>: \"Every apology falls short of the mark, but grace is always on target.\" <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/wbaustin\">WBAustin</a> The first two years of college are vocabulary lessons. The second two years are spent learning who to ask &amp; where to look it up. ~ Bill Austin\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/Chantified\">Chantified</a>\"You cannot become more than the thoughts you hold onto\" ~ Chanty Lang-Vermaas  <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\nShannon_KB: \"Remind me to hit my \"pause\" button more often.\" ~ Shannon Koerber Bullard <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> : When you meet people with no happiness or hope, give them some of yours\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> Defeat negativity by turning your attention to positive pursuits; negativity dies from neglect. ~ Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jdhenry09\">JDHenry09</a> \"To become your greatest fan - learn to laugh at yourself. It makes life way more interesting!\" -Jessica Henry <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\">eschreyer</a>: There\'s a reason you put your own oxygen mask on 1st. If you don\'t take care of yourself, you diminish your value to others. ~ Erin Schreyer\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/DrSteveBroe\">DrSteveBroe</a> Honor the teachers you meet in your world, in their many different forms. ~ Dr. Steve Broe <a href=\"http://twitter.com/search?q=%23beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/brainzooming\">BrainZooming</a>: Don\'t refuse to smile at someone you think is nobody.  It will make it easier when you realize later they are somebody. Mike Brown<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/judyrey\">judyrey</a> : How you look at the world actually determines what you see. ~ Judy Rey Wasserman <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MarkOOakes\" target=\"_blank\">MarkOOakes</a>: What we think we know has a tendency to come and go... but our wisdom will last a lifetime. <a href=\"http://koerberwalker.wordpress.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"The sooner we learn to ask for help - the sooner we reap the benefits.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"If you can find joy in the darkest days, imagine what you will find on bright ones!\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>  \"Just when you think you are finished - Something good happens and you start all over again.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"All we can be is who we are. Anything else is just too much work.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"We each have an individual voice, but together we form a chorus whose music can change the world.\" - Joan Koerber-Walker.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Making a Difference starts with Making an Effort.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"As the sun rises each day, so must our hope for a better tomorrow.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/Beoriginal\">#Beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Friends are like flowers - the more you have, the brighter your world.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>  \"Sometimes you have to give in and rest - So you can start again bright and refreshed.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Originals on Family</strong></h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/trina_willard\">trina_willard</a>: The pain of life\'s passages are somehow tempered when a new little person joins the world. It\'s a new beginning. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MasterworksDsgn\">MasterworksDsgn</a>: The trouble with teaching your children to think for themselves is that they do. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a> So you live with interesting consequences...\r\n\r\nKatheeSue: Warning to my teens as they headed for the evening: \"Nothing good happens after midnight.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Talking with Teens: \"I\'ve had to tell you so many times. I sound like a broken record!\" \"Mom, What\'s a record?\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>  \"Budget Mgt. Advice for Parents of Teens || \"I\'d love to give you a twenty honey - but I never carry cash.\"  Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"Hockey Mom Math: 100 broken hockey sticks $15, 000, 1 ER visit $5,000, Watching your kid do what he loves - Priceless.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Originals on Leadership</strong></h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/douglasbrent\">douglasbrent</a>: Always ask permission before offering feedback and you\'re more likely to be helpful. Douglas Brent Smith <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/douglasbrent\">douglasbrent</a>: Leadership is sharing inspiration and responsibility with the courage it takes to achieve success.~ Douglas Brent Smith <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/mikehenrysr\">mikehenrysr</a> : Just because I cleaned up the mess doesn\'t mean I volunteer to be the janitor ~ Mike Henry Sr.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: In times like these, a leader must dig down to a new level of commitment to the goals of the team, and move forward. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: A leader who is clueless will have a team that is glueless.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: A leader must dig down to a new level of commitment to the goals of the team, and move forward. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23leadership\">#leadership</a> <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/leadershipcoach\">leadershipcoach</a>: Some men are born leaders, and some leaders are born women. ~Joan Gustafson <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/leadershipcoach\">leadershipcoach</a>: \"A special leader lives within you. Determine what, when and how to lead.\" ~Joan Gustafson <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JenniferVMiller\">JenniferVMiller</a>: Take shortcuts with things, not with people, ~ Jennifer V. Miller<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JenniferVMiller\">JenniferVMiller</a>: Push your own boundaries before someone pushes them for you.<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/WaltHansmann\">WaltHansmann</a>: What qualities does it take to be a <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23leader\">#leader</a>? Look in the mirror. YOU are the key ingredient. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/mikemyatt\">mikemyatt</a>: \"There exists a season for all things, but decisive, prudent and principled leadership never goes out of season.\" <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a> <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23Quote\">#Quote</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\">eschreyer</a>: What makes a great leader? Not just striving 4 results, but also striving to build into people &amp; impact their lives. ~Erin Schreyer <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eschreyer\">eschreyer</a>:  When great leaders look in the mirror, they see integrity, selflessness and inspiration.  ~ Erin Schreyer <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: SHINE: Seek … 2 … Help … by … Inspiring … Nuturing … &amp; … Encouraging. ~ Dave Brand <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: GOAL: Giving … of … Oneself … 2 … Achieve … a … Legacy.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: RISK: Ready … 2 … Invest … in … Something … 4 … Keeps. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: MODEL: Motivate … Others … Daily … by … Encouraging … Learning. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: The value derived from inspection is related to the time spent in reflection. Dave Brand <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/ldguymn\">ldguymn</a>: Value a journey not only for it\'s destination, but also by the path traveled ~ Dave Brand\r\n\r\nLeadToday: Poor leaders tell. Good leaders explain. Superior leaders demonstrate. Great leaders inspire. Steve Keating  <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/LeadToday\">LeadToday</a>:The only followers that care what their leader thinks R the followers that know their leader cares. Steve Keating\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a>: \"If you want your people to lead, be sure to give them a great role model to follow.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a>\"Great leaders lead by example, inspiring new leaders by their actions.\"  Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"Choosing to lead is not always easy, but it IS always worth it.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"No one can hear you if you don\'t speak up\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"If you want people to follow you, demonstrate that you are worth following.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"Doing the right thing is not always convenient ; but, it is always right.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWleadership\">JKWleadership</a> \"Inspiring others to lead and watching them succeed is the best part of a leader\'s journey.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n<h4><strong>Originals on Innovation and Creativity</strong></h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/shannon_kb\">Shannon_KB</a> Is \"Necessity the\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: Creativity is <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23diversity\">#diversity</a> of the mind. ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/account/twitter/cpschuster\">cpschuster</a> : \"Different isn\'t good or bad; it\'s just different.\" Camille Schuster, PhD\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/deemccrorey\">DeeMcCrorey</a> \"Play to your strengths. Reinvent everything else.\" ~  Dee McCrorey <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: Originality is an art that improves with practice. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\"><strong>#BeOriginal</strong></a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: When the innovation train pulls away from the station, make sure you are on it. Or else you\'ll get left behind. ~ Joan Koerber-Walmother of Invention\" ∙OR∙ is Invention/Innovation the mother of Necessity? Shannon Koerber Bullard\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eaglesflite\">eaglesflite</a>: Imagine if the ground was not open to new seeds? A closed mind isn\'t fertile for the growth of new ideas &amp; visions ~ Dale Lawrence <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/eaglesflite\">eaglesflite</a> The river of life may be swift, but a persevering spirit will always find a way to cross to the other side~ Dale Lawrence , <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/DrBob4u\">DrBob4u</a>: Do not deny your own mind. Encourage your own ideas and creativity. ~Dr Robert H. Schwenk <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23beoriginal\">#beoriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/DrBob4u\">DrBob4u</a>: Choose the good in all things and people. Dr Robert H. Schwenkker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>:  \"Creativity and Innovation is NOT always a good thing - just ask the folks on Wall Street.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: \"One spark of innovation can light up a world of new opportunities.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWinnovation\">JKWinnovation</a>: \"Sometimes a small tweak can lead to a big improvement. Don\'t overlook small opportunities.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOrigina</a>l\r\n<h4>Originals on Success, Business and Growth</h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle Thought ||\"You do not know what you don\'t know.  Be careful  who you allow to fill in the blanks\" ~ Amilya Antonetti <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>:  Noodle Thought: Just because you \"Can\" doesn\'t mean that you \"should\". Amilya Antonetti.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle:Those around you should help\"lift\" you up and \"motivate\" you to be your best. Not bitter,angry, and resentful people who will pull you down. Watch who you let in.  Amilya Antonetti  <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a><abbr> </abbr>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle thought: \"Destiny CAN&amp;apos;T be stolen but it CAN be abandoned.\"<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/amilya\">amilya</a>: Noodle Thought: Good managers oil squeaky wheels. Bad Managers replace them. Know your situation. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<abbr></abbr>RodKirby \"I define success not by the amount of people that come in the door, but by how many leave impacted on their way out.\" <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MoreClients\">MoreClients</a>: \"The fear of success is often more paralyzing than the fear of failure.\" - Peter George <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/MoreClients\">MoreClients</a>: \"Effective marketing is the by-product of consistent marketing.\" Peter George <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Keep it up - and maybe, by day\'s end, the opportunities will begin to outweigh the challenges. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Change just is, and we need to wrap ourselves around it as well as we can. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Decisions made without us are decisions made for us. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>: Practice speedership every day. Anticipate coming changes and learn how to respond with lightning reflexes. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/royatkinson\">royatkinson</a>:  Be in touch with the speed of change in your industry and within your organization—and understand the gap between the two. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/CorePurpose\">CorePurpose</a>: Originality drives Success. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/CorePurpose\">CorePurpose</a>: Success is a choice each of us can make. Choose yours. ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWgrowth\">JKWgrowth</a>: 4 steps for growth|| Ask Questions. Listen for Answers. Take action. Celebrate Success ~ Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>: \"How can we help each other?\" Is one of the MOST powerful business questions you can ask! ~ Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWgrowth\">JKWgrowth</a>: \"Treasure your rainy days; they help to bring new growth...\" ~ Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JKWgrowth\">JKWgrowth</a>: \"Growth accelerates when you choose to focus on your positives.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/coachjanet\">CoachJanet</a> \"Proactive people change the atmosphere and reactive people complain about it.\" Janet Daughtry  <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/wjsalls\">wjsalls</a>: Every failure is just another step on your journey to the top. William J. Salls<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\nMeghanMBiro Experiment - Don\'t Sell! Find something Meaningful + Create Value. <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>:  Accountability is not about blame. It is commitment to excellence &amp; ownership of all results. Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: \"Collaboration defined -- expanding everyone\'s greatness\"\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/account/twitter/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: In business, speak clever to attract; deliver value to keep.~Kate Nasser\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://hashtags.org/account/twitter/KateNasser\">KateNasser</a>: Team Defined: Talent engaged in growth and change to achieve a common success. ~Kate Nasser <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/JillKoenig\">JillKoenig</a>: What you dwell upon long enough and strong enough becomes your reality. <a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/coachquips\">coachquips</a>: Just when I think I\'ve got it all together, something comes up that I\'ve never had to deal with and I am humbled once again! Tricia Schulte<a href=\"http://search.twitter.com/search?q=%23BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n<h5><a href=\"http://twitter.com/jglass8\">jglass8</a> \"Growth is a journey while success is the final destination.\" Jamie Glass</h5>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jglass8\">jglass8</a> Hope is everlasting and fuels our determination to achieve more. Jamie Glass\r\n<h4><strong>Humorous Originals</strong></h4>\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/converging\">converging</a>: As I tell my friends when wrestling with fear or intimidation: \"Pretty people poop too...\" Robb Bingham\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a>: \"At least when I tweet on Twitter SOMEBODY listens.\" Joan Koerber-Walker <a href=\"http://hashtags.org/tag/BeOriginal\">#BeOriginal</a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"My idea of exercise - THREE laps around Lord &amp; Taylors.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/joankw\">joankw</a> \"It\'s hard to take yourself seriously when you have just had a food fight in front of hundreds of people.\" Joan Koerber-Walker\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a>  \"A politician and an IRS agent are drowning. You can only save one of the. Do you walk the dog or read a book?\" Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> \"Dear Lord, I been good today-I have\'t gossiped or bad-mouthed no one. But I\'m fixin\'; to get up now and I\'m gonna need your help.\"  Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/jeaniehollon\">JeanieHollon</a> \"Dear IRS, I no longer wish to belong to your organization. Please cancel my membership &amp; remove my name from your mailing list.\" Jeanie Hollon\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://twitter.com/wjsalls\">wjsalls</a>: \"If life gives you lemons, trade them for limes, and make Margaritas.\" William J. Salls #BeOriginal','Highlights from #BeOriginal','','inherit','closed','open','','242-revision-7','','','2012-07-14 14:27:48','2012-07-14 14:27:48','',242,'http://new.corepurpose.com/242-revision-7/',0,'revision','',0),