Anastasia Haralabidou
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Storytelling - how the world's most creative minds prepare their brain
Where does the inspiration that fuels storytelling come from? Can it be that some people are born storytellers with a natural talent to receive ideas and shape them into transformative narratives that resonate deeply with us? Inspiration is the most unexpected of visitors. Conditioning the mind to a receptive and fertile state for new ideas and concepts to flood in, is the first step in the… → Read More
Does being happy make you a better leader?
"I want to say without hesitation that the purpose of our lives is happiness". Happiness as a natural right and fundamental aspiration of humans, according to the philosophy of the Dalai Lama, is more determined by one’s state of mind than the occurrence of external events. Along the trail of self-discovery and centred awareness, the essentials leading to happiness are to be found in the… → Read More
Exploring the eloquent art of connecting a vision to the world
Sometimes, when we are mysteriously guided to walk out of our planned path, the most amazing life stories are written. Interestingly, the same goes in this case, delivering an important lesson for courageous leaders and seekers of all kinds. As the story reveals, the mesmerizing effect of King’s speech was not part of the initial plan. Legendary gospel singer Mahalia Jackson, was among the crowd… → Read More
Swami Vivekananda: The man who connected entrepreneurs and spirituality
Was he driven merely out of intense curiosity about the legend that had started to spread across the States on the magnetic personality and wisdom of the Indian Swami? Or, was he instinctively drawn in his restless quest to regain his lost vitality and solace? In that first meeting, the lesson delivered by Vivekananda was loud and clear - to practice the art of giving. To realise the oneness of… → Read More
Futurism: through the looking glass of discerning innovators
"Listen then, Socrates, a story that although seems strange, it is absolutely real, like Solon, the wisest of the Seven, once said…." These are the opening words of Plato on the island of Atlantis. Endless theories and intellectual battles followed on the truth or mythology of the idealised civilisation of Atlantis. But, this is how the lost kingdom of Poseidon was projected in the realms of our… → Read More
The philosophy of epic entrepreneurs: Warren Buffett
A great legend lives on about a wise oracle. His kingdom lies faraway from ancient Delphi, mystical shrines of Mayas and Aztec seers. Out of the depths of Nebraska, he watches the tides of the markets and senses the winds of change. Away from the dazzling lights of Wall Street, he waves his magic wa... → Read More
The philosophy of epic entrepreneurs: Bill Gates
The unique genius and scientific contributions of Isaac Newton, Albert Einstein and physicist Richard Feynman. The high achievements and grand generosity in philanthropy of Andrew Carnegie, John D. Rockefeller and Henry Ford. The powerful legacy of Nelson Mandela. And all the way up to the present, and his dear friend and mentor, the legendary Warren Buffet. This is the intellectual labyrinth… → Read More
The philosophy of epic entrepreneurs: Steve Jobs
Through the high energy of youth and the bonding of true friendship, a powerful duo emerged that in the years to come would take the ever-shifting tech world by storm. Just before starting to scale their fame among the earliest visionaries into the future of electronics, the pair took a pause to indulge in a more liberal way of life in tune with the wild spirit of the sixties. Steve and Woz, as… → Read More
The philosophy of epic entrepreneurs: Dame Anita Roddick
That became the source of her brilliant ideas for the line of products developed by the Body Shop, which initially emerged as an alternative and 'green' pioneer of conscious consumerism that was awakening back at that time. "I want to work for a company that contributes to and is part of the community. I want something not just to invest in. I want something to believe in," she powerfully… → Read More
The philosophy of epic entrepreneurs: Gianni Agnelli
From Turin to New York, Naples to Monte Carlo and Cinquecento to Ferrari – welcome to a life-capsule as rich in spectacle and contradiction as in passion for elegant aesthetics. The crème de la crème, the absolute best, uniqueness and sprezzatura masterfully fused together to create an exquisite... → Read More
The philosophy of epic entrepreneurs: Estée Lauder
Estée Lauder was one of a kind. Early on, she discovered that she had one precious resource that would make all the difference – herself! She was a woman of edge and character, ambition and unwavering belief. She had a rare self-confidence and absolute trust in her instinct. She was a strategist at heart, with unstoppable drive to make her dream come true. The intensity of her determination was… → Read More
The philosophy of epic entrepreneurs: J.R.D. Tata
India. Land of sage wisdom, mythical maharajahs and a modern day financial powerhouse on the rise. Over one century agoa man dreamed of a revolution - to give India its own 'wings'. This is the story of a charismatic visionary and discerning adventurer, India's epic J.R.D. Tata... Paris, France, 190... → Read More
The philosophy of epic entrepreneurs: Coco Chanel
Chanel's success lies in the fact that she genuinely knew who she was, she had a strong sense of identity and a distinctive perception of style - and it was this complete 'package' that she would successfully sell to the world. Her ideology was that "Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is… → Read More
The philosophy of epic entrepreneurs: Walt Disney
The years of childhood passed away, with Disney making a conscious decision to only dwell on the sunny side of life. Disney was an eternal optimist and it was his persistent positive attitude that led him to success and finding personal happiness. It seems that there could be no other way for Walt Disney than to relentlessly pursue his dreams. So, he packed his bags for Hollywood, the land of… → Read More
The philosophy of epic entrepreneurs: John D. Rockefeller
Every era in the course of humanity has witnessed the life of extraordinary achievers, crossing the limits of the impossible and leaving a distinctive mark in the book of eternity. Today, we turn the page on the story of John D. Rockefeller, one of the wealthiest entrepreneursin history... Richford,... → Read More
The philosophy of epic entrepreneurs: Thomas Edison & the Vagabonds
In an era when homes at night came alive under the light of candles, enter Thomas Edison.Eternal dreamer, restless spirit and legendary inventor. This is the magical story of the Wizard of Menlo Park and the notorious Vagabonds... Milan, Ohio, USA, 1847. → Read More
The philosophy of epic entrepreneurs: Thomas Edison & the Vagabonds
In an era when homes at night came alive under the light of candles, enter Thomas Edison.Eternal dreamer, restless spirit and legendary inventor. This is the magical story of the Wizard of Menlo Park and the notorious Vagabonds... Milan, Ohio, USA, 1847. → Read More
The philosophy of epic entrepreneurs: Henry Ford
In the dark of the nights, at Thomas Edison's famed laboratory where ideas and dreams turned into reality, an unknown mechanic tested non-stop his ambitious engineering designs. In an era where cars were exclusive 'toys' for a wealthy few, enter Henry Ford… A curious thinker, persistent doer and v... → Read More
The philosophy of epic entrepreneurs: Andrew Carnegie
Carnegie was an avid reader much of his life, as well a revolutionary writer, expressing his views on social issues, educational advancement and the responsibilities of great wealth. In 1889, he wrote the Gospel of Wealth, which boldly expressed his view for the rich to live without extravagance and use their wealth to promote the welfare and happiness of others. Philanthropy is the best way to… → Read More
The philosophy of epic entrepreneurs: Aristotle Onassis
Passionately admired or envied, there is a rare breed of entrepreneurs born to reach the highest peaks of achievement. Their character, larger than life itself, and their business philosophy rooted deeper than what seems to lie on the surface. Today we look at the lessons to be learnt fromAristotle ... → Read More