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Get Creative

February 1, 2017 by Eli Shostak

Take a quick look around the office and identify a super random, out of place object. Now, imagine the boss said it had to go. Today's top priority is to think of ALL the ways to relocate this trinket. Any ideas? We do similar things everyday using simple and straightforward approaches (like pick it up, move it, back to work). What if the boss incentivized creative and numerous options instead of just getting 'er done? Thinking past the easy, works-every-time methods requires fresh inspiration. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Getting Outside Tagged With: creative leadership, creative thinking, habits, inspiration

How and Why You Absolutely CAN Go On Vacation

July 8, 2016 by Eli Shostak

How many of us think our position is so unique that no one else could possibly fill-in for us? Anyone afraid that if they unplug for a few days the company might crumble? If you answered "yes" to either of those questions, you’re in good company. Recent studies indicate that over 40% of Americans are too scared to use all of their vacation days. They're intimidated by the pile of stuff they’ll return to, afraid of being seen as replaceable, frightened that no one can fill in for them, etc. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Business as it Could Be, Getting Outside, Uncategorized Tagged With: balance, burnout, routines, unplug, wellbeing

How to Get “Time Rich”

June 7, 2016 by Eli Shostak

We all know summer days are longer, right? Well, at least they feel that way; we haven't actually added to the usual 24 hours but we make more hay while the sun shines and the days feel expansive. We can go outside before or after work, there's time to travel and we have energy to do just about anything. So we know that, even if there are still just 24 hours, our impression of those hours and what we do with them varies. For people desiring more time each day, recent studies show that … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Getting Outside Tagged With: awareness, change, inspiration, wellbeing

4 Reasons to Ditch the Smartphones and Meet Outside

April 22, 2016 by Eli Shostak

Business leaders spend a considerable portion of their time in meetings (one study suggests 80%). While meetings are surely not going away, given that we live in the Age of Distraction, it's time to rethink how they're facilitated. Think NewCo participants consistently tell us that switching to device free, outdoor arrangements (one of our favorite Work Hacks) has cut back on meeting times while also increasing overall efficiency and effectiveness. Before reserving a conference room for the next … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Business as it Could Be, e-boundaries, Getting Outside Tagged With: business as it could be, outside, routines, thinking outside the box

Science Says River Trips are Good for Business

January 13, 2016 by Eli Shostak

Does sitting for hours staring at screens while monitoring the endless flow of interruptions lead to improved engagement, innovation and creative thought? Or, could unplugging, going to a gorgeous, off-the grid location where guides do the work, AKA a river trip, be a better way to boost team performance, leadership and wellbeing? Science suggests that river retreats trounce training time in conference rooms when looking for ways to optimize performance. Here are five scientific reasons … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Getting Outside Tagged With: creative thinking, outside, physical movement, wellbeing

Successful Mountaineers Know This, You Can Too

December 23, 2015 by Eli Shostak

While mountaineering isn’t for everyone, many of us are attracted to peak experiences. Rising to the top of a field, being a thought leader or standing on the crest of a mountain are desirable achievements. The view from up top, the very real effort it takes to reach a summit and the lessons learned along the way make up the stuff of movies, books and inspirational talks. It turns out that climbing mountains requires a skill that boosts success no matter where it's applied. Consider … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Getting Outside Tagged With: experiential learning, leadership, outside, perspective, physical movement

Execs Gone Wild! 4 Reasons to Retreat Outside the Box

August 26, 2015 by Eli Shostak

When you had your last BIG IDEA, where were you and what were you doing? Based on the answers I've heard, many of you meet the muse while running/biking/working out, showering or vacationing. I'd be willing to wager that there aren't many who'd cite sitting at their desk or post-lunch meetings as incubators of Ah Ha! moments. So, when it comes time for a team retreat, why head to the same old catered conference environments? Here are four reasons to take the team outside the box: REFRESH: … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Business as it Could Be, Getting Outside Tagged With: change, creative thinking, inspiration, outside

Say What!? Listening to Ourselves and Sharing Our Stories

May 19, 2015 by Eli Shostak

What happens when we unplug, remove the usual distractions and head off the grid for three days? Listen to Nicole Belanger describe her experience with Think NewCo and her path as a story teller, speaker and writer. More from Nicole, including a link to her TEDx talk can be found here. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Getting Outside Tagged With: change, outside, unplug

4 Seasonally Inspired Tips for Working Smarter

March 23, 2015 by Eli Shostak

Spring is here and with it comes a reminder that NOW is the time to renew, refresh and rejuvenate. Here are four seasonally inspired ideas for working smarter and being more productive. New Growth: If words like rut, routine, plateau or grind resonate with current feelings about work, do something different. Weed out what doesn't work, plant new ideas for the morning routine and feel the sap flow. It can be as simple as starting the day with creative tasks instead of reactive ones or taking … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Getting Outside Tagged With: inspiration, outside, routines, wellbeing

Guest Post: What Three Days In the Desert Taught Me About Numbing Out

November 14, 2014 by Eli Shostak

Please enjoy this excellent guest post by one of NewCo's Leadership for the Long Term participants, Nicole Belanger. You can see more from Nicole here. In the spirit of authenticity and honesty, I want to share with you that the expenses for the trip that inspired this post were covered by NewCo, the company leading the retreat I was on. These beautiful souls reached out to me in the spring and invited me on this trip, no strings attached. I am writing this post completely of my own volition … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Getting Outside Tagged With: awareness, business as it could be, change, mindfulness, outside

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It’s all jelling together – and I now use my dog walks as a time of reflection. I analyze my day and have new ideas about how I want the business to be. Everything is “clicking” better, personally and professionally. I am working on my personal leadership vision and thinking about how my values manifest in the workplace. I want to send more of my team through the program.
Jack H.CEO, Image Marketing Company
As someone who constantly presses for better, faster and more of what is expected of myself and everything around me, I defer smelling the roses to a later date. After my session with ThinkNewCo, I think differently. I understand the importance to give my brain a rest, recharge and makes me fresh for the next conquest.
Anthony P.YPO Member
The key concept I came away with is that I have the right to change my environment to allow myself to work at my best.
Akiba S.Consultant, Executive Development Group
With a frenetic travel schedule, this is the thing that let me plug back in every day to realize that I get another chance to live and breathe.
YPO Member and CEOManufacturing
Great course that challenged all of us to completely unplug for a couple days, think about what changes we will make in our lives and how we can better work with one another. Bettina and Eli do a fantastic job leading the course and keeping everyone engaged.
Vice President, Renewals
Think NewCo really opened my eyes to see the possibilities and opportunities, as I was drowning in a sea of constant connection to technology. The tools and techniques that Think NewCo taught me will have immediate impact on my entire organization and more importantly my family and wellbeing.
Jeff H.YPO Member
Our meetings are now more effective and productive. We have cut the time spent in half and doubled the output.
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I am holding distraction-free 1:1s… with ZERO exceptions! This has made my meetings much more efficient and effective and I can see the difference in how people are interacting during our time. This has added a ton of value and clarity to what had previously been an exercise in going through the motions.
Radley M.Director Sales and Recruiting, Recruiting Company
By following this program I was able to find the answer to a business problem that had me stumped for two years.
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Specifically, NewCo helped me realize that I have a choice about being constantly pinged, and allowed me to take back control of the flow of communication. It was a sustained opportunity to reflect on what you want to accomplish and how.
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