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The Little Book of Big Ideas: Inspiration, Encouragement, and Tips to Stimulate Creativity and Improve Your Life

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A big ideas, inspirational quotes, and creative tips this book has much to offer. This book may sit on your desk or in your office, and you may thumb it once a month. At this time, you may receive many inspirational ideas. I use this book frequently in this manner.

The bulk of this book is quotations from writers, scientists, as well as thoughts that have been passed down through time.

You cannot build a reputation on what you intend to do. -Liz Smith

Above all, try something. -Franklin D. Roosevelt

I think the biggest part of creativity in medicine is listening. -Dr. Alexa Canady

At the end of the individual chapters, there are "Creative Actions." These are ideas by the author in order to further inspire creative ideas. These can be helpful. I find them most helpful when I write them down as activities and do them on paper.

Most people may not enjoy this book. It is simple and makes its point clear. This is what I enjoy about the book. I purchased an additional copy of this book for my office co-workers, and I anonymously placed the book in my office area. It is fun to watch person after person, day after day thumb through this book and receive some words of encouragement.

Try not. Do. Or do not. There is no try. -Yoda

"Look for the humor in a negative situation" - page 33 in this book.
I can't believe I paid $10.95 for this bs. Ha-ha-ha.
The person laughing, however, is the author - Harold R. McAlindon.

The title, The Little Book of Big Ideas, certainly stands out. However, I consider it to be only relatively useful as a quick & simple idea jogger, in the case of readers who are busy professionals & others who just want something simple & yet different to jog their minds during quiet moments. [The crux of creativity is making associations &/or juztapositions.] It is nevertheless packed with inspiring quotations. For first timers who are just starting to embark on their creativity journey, this may not be a good book to start with.

Some old pearls of creative wisdom along with some newer thought provoking insights. Aside from an unfortunate ode to Ken Lay and Enron's creativity in the Forward, it's a worthwhile reference to pick up and ponder.

McAlindon's work is an excellent resource for anyone in a position of influence, especially those in supervisory positions including parenting. And, for those who are serious in the personal and professional development of others, who see their role as a responsibility in helping shape the future of individuals and organizations --- this book is a must!

I am a writer and an avid reader, so I am biased, but I think that certain books make the perfect gift. The Little Book of Big Ideas is one of those books. Even people who don't enjoy reading will love this compact volume of wisdom, humor, inspiration, and practical advice.

The author, Harold McAlindon, is an innovative business consultant who defies description --- meaning: Harold just won't fit neatly into any box. It is clear, however, that McAlindon's mission has something to do with awakening the sleeping creative genius in us all. Buy several copies to give to friends. And if you are a business owner or manager, The Little Book of Big Ideas really is the perfect gift for your employees (a.k.a. potential creative geniuses).