Power Skills Periodical

 Day 13: Recovery

The recent hurricanes have been a reminder of how essential improvisation is in life and business. Whether it’s the linemen, rescue crews, or military forces improvising in the face of disaster, their adaptability saved lives and aided recovery. (A heartfelt thank you to everyone ...

As I reflect on this tumultuous week, living through Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton, I'm overwhelmed by the lessons life has imparted to me. The challenges faced have been profound, and the learning process is ongoing. Amidst the trials, certain truths stand out starkly.

The experiences of n...

In the fast-paced world of digital innovation, staying ahead means recognizing when to disrupt yourself. TikTok’s recent decision to shut down its subscription-based music service, TikTok Music, and shift focus to the “Add to Music App” offers valuable insights into how companies can adapt and piv...

Tampa Bay has a deep connection to aviation innovation. Over 100 years ago, on January 1, 1914, the world's first commercial air flight took off from St. Petersburg, Florida, to Tampa. This flight, piloted by Tony Jannus in the Benoist XIV airboat, marked a turning point in the history of transpo...

Tupperware, once a revolutionary force that empowered women and redefined home economics, has filed for bankruptcy, signaling the end of an era for the brand that brought us airtight food storage and the iconic "Tupperware Party." For decades, Tupperware was more than just a product; it was a symbol...

I recently had the profound privilege of hearing Dr. Jane Goodall speak, and it left me deeply moved by the sheer power of her work and message. Her contributions to science are revolutionary, but what struck me most was the creative spirit that fueled her discoveries. Dr. Goodall's research didn...

When you think of creativity, images of iconic figures like Salvador Dali, musicians like Taylor Swift, or inventors like Thomas Edison might come to mind. You may picture innovative products or groundbreaking ideas. However, only some people would immediately connect creativity with personal well...

It’s not a secret that much of our understanding of organizations and management as machines, rooted in the industrial era, still influences how we think about and enact management today. This has led to significant productivity gains with a focus on stability, exploitation of existing advantages...

Called the "Father of PlayStation," Ken Kutaragi embarked on a daring and secretive project that would forever change the gaming industry. Working covertly within Sony, Kutaragi's passion for gaming led him to collaborate with Nintendo, developing a revolutionary video game console. Despite the c...

Ideas do not form in a vacuum. They are a function of the context and environment. In our organizations, this happens with your colleagues. In the world of improv, ideas are grounded on the "Yes, And" rule. When a performer says "yes" to a partner's idea and adds to it with "and," it propels the ...

Award-Winning Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Steve Diasio

Global Leader in Creativity, Innovation, and Workforce Transformation

The School of Creativity and Innovation is proud to feature Dr. Steve Diasio, an internationally recognized educator, researcher, and innovation strategist whose work has transfo...

The School of Creativity and Innovation is thrilled to share the incredible experience we had during our recent workshops on “Tools for Collaboration in Virtual Teams”. Over two dynamic sessions, we explored the transformative power of improv to enhance communication and collaboration in the virtu...