I remember sitting in a glass-walled boardroom during my final years as a Chief Innovation Officer, … Step Out of the Boardroom and Into the Future: How Walking Meetings Change a Working Day and Unlock Your Next Big BreakthroughRead more
Author: Alicia Mitchell
I am Alicia Mitchell, and I believe in the power of imagination to transform the business world. With an MBA from Wharton and over two decades of experience as a Chief Innovation Officer, my mission is to empower individuals and organizations to not just adapt, but thrive in our rapidly evolving landscape. Drawing inspiration from my Midwest roots and a passion for virtual reality world-building, I blend futuristic thinking with practical strategies to uncover creative solutions to complex challenges. Join me as we step boldly into the future, one quirky, brightly-patterned sock at a time.
Beyond the Blue Light: How to Build an Evening That Is Not Just Screens to Reclaim Your Creative Spark
I was sitting in my home office last Tuesday, staring at the blue-light glare of my … Beyond the Blue Light: How to Build an Evening That Is Not Just Screens to Reclaim Your Creative SparkRead more
Beyond the Frost: the Innovative Blueprint of What Makes a Good Pair of Insulated Boots
I remember standing on a frozen sidewalk in my hometown back in the Midwest, watching a … Beyond the Frost: the Innovative Blueprint of What Makes a Good Pair of Insulated BootsRead more
Stop Navigating the Digital Fog: a Visionary’s Guide on How to Compare Broadband Packages Honestly
I remember sitting in a high-stakes boardroom years ago, surrounded by sleek tech and “disruptive” consultants, … Stop Navigating the Digital Fog: a Visionary’s Guide on How to Compare Broadband Packages HonestlyRead more
Stop Playing It Safe in the Digital Past: a Visionary’s Guide on How to Migrate Email to a New Provider Without Losing Your Creative Spark
I remember sitting in a high-stakes boardroom during my time as a CIO, watching a consultant … Stop Playing It Safe in the Digital Past: a Visionary’s Guide on How to Migrate Email to a New Provider Without Losing Your Creative SparkRead more
Beyond the Digital Noise: a Futurist’s Guide to What to Look for in an Online Community to Fuel Your Next Big Breakthrough
I remember sitting in a high-stakes boardroom early in my career, surrounded by executives in stiff … Beyond the Digital Noise: a Futurist’s Guide to What to Look for in an Online Community to Fuel Your Next Big BreakthroughRead more
Beyond the Horizon: Using Radical Imagination and New World-building Tactics to Master How to Keep a Friendship Going Long Distance
I was sitting in a high-stakes boardroom last year, sporting my favorite neon-polka-dot socks to break … Beyond the Horizon: Using Radical Imagination and New World-building Tactics to Master How to Keep a Friendship Going Long DistanceRead more
Navigating the Unknown: My Futurist’s Guide on How to Stay Safe When Meeting Someone New Without Losing Your Sense of Wonder
I remember sitting in a high-stakes boardroom during my time as a CIO, adjusting my neon-polka-dot … Navigating the Unknown: My Futurist’s Guide on How to Stay Safe When Meeting Someone New Without Losing Your Sense of WonderRead more
Is Your Daily Algorithm Limiting Your Network? the Unexpected Science of How Routines Shape Who You Meet
I was sitting in a high-stakes boardroom last year, adjusting my neon-patterned polka dot socks under … Is Your Daily Algorithm Limiting Your Network? the Unexpected Science of How Routines Shape Who You MeetRead more
Beyond the Hype: a Visionary’s Guide on How to Compare Chat Platforms Fairly Without Losing Your Creative Edge
I remember sitting in a high-stakes boardroom during my final years as a CIO, watching a … Beyond the Hype: a Visionary’s Guide on How to Compare Chat Platforms Fairly Without Losing Your Creative EdgeRead more