Company: SafetyWebWeb: SafetyWebBusiness Idea: Create a Web-based service that helps parents protect their children's online reputation, privacy, and safety.Pitch: Parents worry about their kids' online activity. Cyberbullying, sexual predators stalking children, and the exchange of offensive language and photos are just a few of the online hazards to which children today are commonly exposed. Parents are also aware that their kids can post something online,... more

The emotional management quality that focuses upon optimism and pessimism has been extensively researched. The results follow a consistent pattern and show that in all areas that contributed to a better quality of life it is better to be optimistic.In a five year study of insurance sales staff it was shown that people with a more optimistic explanatory style sold substantially more policies and stayed in their jobs longer than pessimists. The optimistic sales people outsold pessimists by 88... more

Four stage model of creativityStage I: PreparationImmersing oneself in the problem. The primary activity here is to precisely define the problem. Once this has been done there is the need to gather a broad range of data and information. During this stage, there can be frustration as there are many possibilities and few insights.Stage II: IncubationThe information and possibilities collected in Stage I are now allowed to stay in the subconscious mind. The brain can play with this information. It... more

Practice intuitionsThe next exercises are all designed to open up your mind to your intuitions. Some of you will already be doing these things. If you are not, just try them. With time you will achieve unconscious competence in letting intuitions play a role.1. Ask yourself intuitions questionsWe are used to asking ourselves analytical and rational questions. It is also possible to ask our intuitive self clear questions. Typical questions would be, ‘How do I feel about this... more

The role of silenceOne of the most valuable things in life is silence. The levels and numbers of sounds are constantly on the increase. There is excellent scientific evidence to show that meditation in an environment of silence leads to people being psychologically happier and physically healthier. As our conscious mind gets distracted by external noises we may fail to notice our internal messages (or intuitions). By consciously seeking silence we open ourselves up to our... more

It is helpful for a new venture to study industry types to determine the opportunities they offer. The five most prevalent industry types are emerging industries, fragmented industries, mature industries, declining industries, and global industries.1. Emerging IndustriesAn emerging industry is a new industry in which standard operating procedures have yet to be developed. The firm that pioneers or takes the leadership of an emerging industry often captures a first-mover advantage. A first-mover... more