On this episode of 'Masters of Scale,' Linda Rottenberg talks about how the best ideas originate in the shower, but too often they never escape the bathroom.
The Best Ideas Die in the Shower
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Outrunning Money
"Honey, you have to stop chasing money because money runs really fast. You should go do the right thing. It will chase you." — Advice from Tariq Farid's mother to the Edible Arrangements CEO In this NPR interview, Tariq Farid shares the story of how he transformed a small flower shop into the global phenomenon that is Edible Arrangements. At the heart of his success lies this simple wisdom from his mother—a reminder that authentic...
TOMS: Blake Mycoskie
How a Trip to Argentina Sparked a Business Revolution The story of Blake Mycoskie and the "One for One" model that changed social entrepreneurship Blake Mycoskie had already founded and sold four successful businesses before his 30th birthday—a remarkable achievement by any standard. But it was a chance trip to Argentina in 2006 that would transform his approach to business forever. While traveling through rural communities, Mycoskie witnessed children without shoes facing not just discomfort,...
Petaluma Or Bust
If you ever get the chance to visit Petaluma, CA, definitely do it! I wanted to go to find Leo's studio, but the town is really nice. I couldn't help but snap a few pictures on the drive over. They didn't turn out that great, but it gives you the idea. We ate at Della Fattoria Café and Lala's Creamery and both were amazing. The town itself was much larger than I thought it would...
Gary Vaynerchuk: The Thank You Economy
Key Insights from the Entrepreneur and Social Media Pioneer Key Themes GARY VAYNERCHUK The Thank You Economy In "The Thank You Economy," Gary Vaynerchuk argues that the rise of social media has made business personal again. Companies must show they care about their customers by interacting with them directly through social platforms. The core thesis is that businesses need to return to a time when excellent customer service and authentic relationships were valued above all...
How to Fast Forward Your Goals
Tim Sanders' advice on escaping the rut and how confidence can fast-track your career I read this June Inc. Magazine article last weekend and wanted to share it with all of you. I love sharing so this article obviously resonated with me and I hope it does with you as well. The article is quite long so I tried to reduce it to just the "meaty parts" but as you can see it was difficult....