Update on Canada's Ideaman, Bob Hooey

Idea Man, Bob Hooey has been traveling the world sharing his innovative message of hope and help.

This past January found him keynoting an Innovation Summit in Mumbai, India.

He was also honored with an Excellence in Innovation award at a gala event later that evening.

Click here to see a short clip from that keynote, where he talked about the human side of innovation. He challenged his audiences to work to help their people innovate and be more effective.

In November of 2008 he toured Iran for 8 days... he spoke to an number of different audiences... in fact he spoke 6 out of the 8 days he was in this country. His Secret Selling Tips have gained audiences in North America and Asia.

His travels have taken him around the world... working in 9 countries on 4 continents, so far.

He would love to share his ideas with your team, organization, or convention.

Denver Secrets revealed

On our recent trip to Denver, CO for the CSIA DemoGala2007 event I had the chance to hear and chat with the new CO Governor, Bill Ritter.

He had made some opening remarks and a couple of major announcements concerning technology in CO. I thought he had done a pretty good job and told him that during our chat when he came to the booth for a photo opp arranged by the Canadian Consulate staff.

We chatted for a couple of minutes. Afterwards, one of the other trade mission team asked me why I told him he had done well. I replied, "because I thought he did!" and I believe in encouraging people when I can.

Way to go Governor!

Bob 'Idea Man' Hooey
www.ideaman.net

What's new with the Canadian Idea Man?

It's been busy... so busy in fact that I have neglected my blog. My appologies... I will be setting aside regular time to update this blog so you will know what we've been up to...

Last year I had the opportunity to write most of the copy and work with the creative department of The Brick to create The Brick Way which was published in English and French for all of their employees last summer.

This publication captures the culture and helps educate each team member on the operations of this amazing success story. Each department has committed to 4-6 points in making it easy for their customers to do business.

This publication drew on existing programs and introduced a few new ones, namely "Creating a company of leaders - where each employee is encouraged and actively empowered to take personal responsibility for thier respective role."

It has lead to a focus on The Brick Way in several areas and signage, training, and support being created to reinforce its message... 'It's about all of us!"

I am pleased to have been a part of creating this tool to convey the message of the importance of each member of their team to their ongoing success.

Bob 'Idea Man' Hooey