Note from Phil:
This is an excerpt from one of my favorite books of all time, Made to Stick, by Chip and Dan Heath. This excerpt discusses how to UNstick an idea. Later this week I’ll be giving away a copy of this book to one lucky reader, so please read on to get a sneak peak of this remarkable book.

Unsticking an Idea
by Chip Heath & Dan Heath, Authors of Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die
Since Made to Stick came out, many anxious people have asked us, “How do I unstick a sticky idea?” They …read more

I’m starting a new series called Help Wanted: Yours.
In the series, I’m going to ask a question about the things troubling managers today, and then provide the answers you share, as well as my thought. Think of it as straight talk for tough times.
There are several ways you can contribute.
1) Answer the question – I’m asking questions, I need your help to answer them. I’ll be a contributor too, and I’ll share all answers back, with credit and a link back.
2) Ask someone else you know – Send the question out to YOUR network. Share your findings in the comments, …read more