Blog Entries tagged 'insight'

A new way to look at the Global 'Crisis' on Buy1GIVE1

pauldunn — Wed, 24 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Like you, I’ve received so many wonderful Christmas messages this year.

And each one has resonance in one way or another. But one in particular from my friend Tim Wade stood out for me.

Tim is a great writer, speaker and ALWAYS can be relied upon to bring insights. In his note, Tim reflected on what has been an amazing year for him. An [...]

Vision Without Sight-Buy1GIVE1 with no limitations

david.anttony — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Nicole is a passionate blind lady who works for one of the B1G1 Worthy Cause Partners called St Nicholas' Home for the Blind (www.snh.org.my ) in Penang, Malaysia.

Did you find it strange that we said “who works for”, not “who is supported by”?

The Most Surprising Job Application
Mr Ooi, who is the director [...]

Despite Economic Crisis, Global Study Finds Consumers Value Brands' Commitment to Social Purpose

pauldunn — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0100

New findings from this year's goodpurpose(TM) global study of consumer attitudes reveal that nearly seven in 10 (68%) consumers would remain loyal to a brand during a recession if it supports a good cause, and 71% say that when they think about the economic downturn, they have either given the same or more time and money to good causes.

david.anttony — Fri, 30 May 2008 18:00:00 +0100

While on a late night web research exploration last night, I came across a most fascinating video film trailer called "SEROTONIN RISING". The clip is a preview to an upcoming movie about creating happiness. It stars some big names like Deepak Chopra, His Holiness The Dalai Lama, David Lynch and Donovan.

The video shares the scientifically discovered fact that when we receive a gift from someone, the serotonin levels in our brain increase. Serotonin is the 'happiness drug [...]

Flight SQ236, A Bucket and Finding Something Very Special

pauldunn — Sun, 04 May 2008 17:00:00 +0100

Right now I’m on Singapore Airlines SQ236. We took off at 2:45 this afternoon from Brisbane.

For me, planes are special places. There’s something magical about flying. And to do it these days with great meals, great service and great things to do on board make it even more special for me.

I’ll remember this particular flight for a long time. 30 minutes into it, I decided to watch a movie. It [...]