Disney Creativity & Innovation summary

Disney Creativity & Innovation summary:

Creativity and Innovation:

Creative ideas are worthless without the cultural wherewithal to implement them. So how do you keep creativity from dying a slow death so that it can continue to motivate employees and drive profitability?

Program Overview:

Generate Ideas | Select | Implement | Leader’s Role

People are always telling you to “think outside the box.” But what if you looked inside the box you already have? The box right in front of you? That big, beautiful, box of what feels like broken and mismanaged pieces of your business? And what if you ignored “going the extra mile,” and focused on something better? A mile big? What if you focused on something small – one small step? When you switch your focus from the “big idea” to small changes, a few amazing things start to happen: your team experiences progress; progress fuels happiness and trust; trust fuels inspiration; and inspiration starts the entire circle again – small change, big results. And these small changes shouldn’t come from outside sources (outside the box). They are found in the untapped creativity already inside your existing staff – everyone from maintenance to the CEO. So why go outside that box? Start thinking inside-the-box.

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On April Fool’s Day 2009, jeff noel began writing five daily, differently-themed blogs (on five different sites). It was to be a 100-day self-imposed “writer’s bootcamp”, in preparation for writing his first book. He hasn’t missed a single day since.

Of course, i would like her to say…

Disney Author jeff noel — John Wiley and Sons was founded in 1807.

One week ago the email from Wiley inquired if i would be interested in talking about publishing with them.

Wiley?

Me?

Yes.

But i immediately tempered the opportunity, rather than getting excited.

Why?

In reality, it’s likely just an Editor fishing for opportunities. Similar to America’s Got Talent auditioning tons of hopefuls. Wiley, like any other business, relies on sales, and sales rely on products (and/or services). Books are their product.

Makes sense when you think about it. They have to hustle for business the same as everyone else.

The only difference here is that they came to me first. 😀

We had a productive and fun chat.

In yesterday’s call, i introduced Jeanenne to my goal of having my clients say, “I wish every author was like Jeff.”

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This website is about our home health. To leave this site to read today’s post on my mental attitude website, click here.

On April Fool’s Day 2009, jeff noel began writing five daily, differently-themed blogs (on five different sites). It was to be a 100-day self-imposed “writer’s bootcamp”, in preparation for writing his first book. He hasn’t missed a single day since.

Launch a cultural transformation in three simple steps

Declaration of Independence vision — Substitute the word “Company Culture” for the word “World”.

Wrote this to help a client envision what working with a Disney Business Advisor will look like…

Launch a holistic cultural transformation in three primary steps to ensure buy-in and unification.

Prelude from jeff:

VISION: To demonstrate & enlighten participants with the power of world-class cultural architecture
MISSION: To use 30 years Disney expertise to showcase what is self-evident & irrefutable
BRAND: To fill each participant with perpetual hope
CUSTOMER: Every single employee is important
(BONUS: Every session is packed with remarkable insight, energy, engagement, passion & fun)

1. Executive engagement

Executive & Senior Leaders
Two day agenda
70/30 content focus (Disney/Yours)
Content: Leadership Chain of Excellence
Deliverables: Vision, architecture, accountability, unity, buy-in

2. Leadership engagement

All salaried leaders, including executive team
Two day agenda
70/30 content focus (Disney/Yours)
Content: Leadership Chain of Excellence
Deliverables: Vision, architecture, accountability, unity, buy-in, tools

3. Front line engagement

All front line employees, including executive team
One day agenda (may require multiple days to reach all employees)
30/70 content focus (Disney/Yours)
Content: Customers, Reputation, Improvement
Deliverables: Vision, architecture, accountability, tools, hope, pride

Specialty engagement (if needed)

Special Employee Group (Vendors, Contract Employees, Physicians, etc), plus executive team
Four-hour agenda commitment
70/30 content focus (Disney/Yours)
Content: Leadership Chain of Excellence
Key Deliverables: Hope, unity, buy-in, vision, architecture, accountability, tools

Value-driven engagement fees:

Single-event engagement schedule (Leadership Retreat):

$33k One day engagement
$28k Half-day engagement

Multiple engagements schedule (Cultural Transformation):

$33k/day 1st Engagement (2 days = $66k)
$28k/day 2nd Engagement (2 days = $56k)
$26k 3rd Engagement (1 day = $26k)
$23k 4th Engagement (1 day = $23k)
$18k 5th-10th Engagement (per day = $18k)

Assumptions:

You only work with the owner (jeff) so you are getting the very best every time
You are one of a select group (jeff typically averages five or less clients per year)
Typical cross-section for pre-transformation commitment levels is roughly 20-60-20.
20% – “Let’s go”
60% – “I’ll wait and see”
20% – “It’ll never work”
Some industries, like Healthcare, may have a fourth layer of employees; in this case Physicians.

Questions…jeff.noel@me.com or 407-538-4341

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On April Fool’s Day 2009, jeff noel began writing five daily, differently-themed blogs (on five different sites). It was to be a 100-day self-imposed “writer’s bootcamp”, in preparation for writing his first book. He hasn’t missed a single day since.

This website is about our home health. To leave this site to read today’s post on my mental attitude website, click here.

How many venture out past the safety and normalcy of the Port?

Nassau, Bahamas residential — Went for a run off the beaten path and discovered the “real Nassau”.

How many venture out past the safety and normalcy of the Port?

Why is that?

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On April Fool’s Day 2009, jeff noel began writing five daily, differently-themed blogs (on five different sites). It was to be a 100-day self-imposed “writer’s bootcamp”, in preparation for writing his first book. He hasn’t missed a single day since.

This website is about our home health. To leave this site to read today’s post on my mental attitude website, click here.

Packed seven small story boards for yesterday’s trip

Willis Tower at night — Top (white image) of Willis Tower top center. Reward for doing what scared me to death – lower center.

Packed seven small story boards for yesterday’s trip to Allentown, Pennsylvania.

In a perfect world, i would begin brain-storming the first book (probably leadership) before the official project launch on April Fools Day 2016.

This gives me today and the next six days to get a jump start.

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On April Fool’s Day 2009, jeff noel began writing five daily, differently-themed blogs (on five different sites). It was to be a 100-day self-imposed “writer’s bootcamp”, in preparation for writing his first book. He hasn’t missed a single day since.

This website is about our home health. To leave this site to read today’s post on my mental attitude website, click here.