Sara Lee Simple
Sara Lee Simple
 |
No items matching your keywords were found.
Emerging Trends: Crisis = Opportunity
Definition
John F. Kennedy once noted that the Chinese character for the word, “crisis” has two brush strokes: one stands for danger, the other opportunity. As of late, the media have been pouring over the crumbling political, economic and social structures of the U.S. and international countries. Though the seeming collapse of our home and workplace might be disheartening, through the ashes we have the opportunity to rebuild anew.
Many have drawn parallels with the economy of today with the economy of the Great Depression. It was a time when America needed heroes (DC Comics, 1934), when we needed personal security (Allstate Insurance, 1931), a positive image of ourselves (Revlon, 1932) even simple pleasures (Sara Lee, 1939). No matter what the economic outlook may be, business leaders will always innovate to meet the needs of the time.
Spin
Critical Juncture—These are defining moments in our history. Those after us will judge our decisions based on our merit, courage and capacity to think and create without borders. In the 11th hour, we will prove our worth through innovative ideas and the motivation and focus to execute them.
Clean Slate—Through the ashes, there is great possibility and room for experimentation and innovation. We are a nation of dreamers and do-ers—combined is an opportunity to emerge from this crisis stronger and wiser than before. We have an opportunity to change the status quo in a major way. Our minds are open to new ideas, to thinkers with a fresh perspective because convention has lead us to this critical juncture.
Soul Searching—When confronted with fear, particularly in careers, we are challenged by change. We are taking precautionary measures, like putting in those extra hours, or deciding whether job insecurity is so great it’s time to move on. When faced with fear, we are confronted with the reality of life.
To see examples of this emerging trend, visit Sparxoo.com.
About the Author
Sparxoo is a business blog that inspires breakthrough by tomorrow’s leaders. We are a strategy consulting firm with a pulse on marketing, branding, and development.
Horticultural Therapy - NJN News Healthwatch Report