I remember standing in the lobby of a massive tech summit in San Francisco, clutching a … Forget the Small Talk Script: How to Start a Conversation With a Stranger Using the Art of Radical CuriosityRead 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 Boardroom: the Futuristic Science of How Conversation Lowers Stress and Reboots Your Creative Brain
I remember sitting in a glass-walled boardroom during my final year as a CIO, my heart … Beyond the Boardroom: the Futuristic Science of How Conversation Lowers Stress and Reboots Your Creative BrainRead more
Beyond the Glitch: Using Futuristic Intuition to Master How to Spot a Fake Profile in a Digital World
I remember sitting in a high-stakes boardroom last year, adjusting my neon-polka-dot socks, when a “strategic … Beyond the Glitch: Using Futuristic Intuition to Master How to Spot a Fake Profile in a Digital WorldRead more
The Solitude Strategy: How to Rebuild Confidence After Time Alone and Re-engineer Your Inner World for the Future.
I remember sitting in a high-stakes boardroom three years ago, feeling the sudden, jarring chill of … The Solitude Strategy: How to Rebuild Confidence After Time Alone and Re-engineer Your Inner World for the Future.Read more
Stop Hiding Behind Corporate Jargon: a Bold, Imaginative Guide on How to Write a Profile That Sounds Like You
I was sitting in a high-stakes boardroom last year, surrounded by executives in charcoal suits, feeling … Stop Hiding Behind Corporate Jargon: a Bold, Imaginative Guide on How to Write a Profile That Sounds Like YouRead more
Beyond the Surface: the Hidden Architecture of How Small Talk Actually Works to Build Future-proof Connections
I remember standing in a sterile, glass-walled boardroom during my first major executive summit, clutching a … Beyond the Surface: the Hidden Architecture of How Small Talk Actually Works to Build Future-proof ConnectionsRead more
The Death of the Nightlife: Why People Are Going Out Less Than They Used to and How We Can Rebuild the Social Fabric of the Future
I was sitting in a high-level strategy session last week, rocking my favorite neon-polka-dot socks, when … The Death of the Nightlife: Why People Are Going Out Less Than They Used to and How We Can Rebuild the Social Fabric of the FutureRead 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
Reimagining the Architecture of Power: How to Build Strength Without a Gym by Engineering Your Own Reality
I was sitting in a high-stakes boardroom last week, adjusting my neon-polka-dot socks and listening to … Reimagining the Architecture of Power: How to Build Strength Without a Gym by Engineering Your Own RealityRead 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