Monday, March 15, 2010

Lighting a spark


For me, graphic, animation and web design is more than a profession, but also, it’s a passion. I do not mind read, explore and even talk about these subjects for hours. I reached a point were searching for new upgrades, inventions, tips and tricks has become a hobby. Having said that, in a professional environment, being passionate about your field is one thing, having interpersonal skills and inspiring talents is something else.

In the past few years I had the opportunity to travel to few countries around the world, for business purposes. These opportunities helped me to realize the importance of communication skills, the ability to connect, convey your passions, and more importantly express your view. That was what “Lighting a spark” chapter is about in the “The Art of Possibility” book. Zander (2000) stated in their writing “Certain things in life are better done in person.” Through face-to-face dialogues we can convey ideas and messages, inspiring and motivating each other through establishing channels of trust and openness. In many cases, looking in the eye is what sparks the light, the magic, and the new opportunity.

1 comment:

  1. It's great to be able to identify ones passion and even better to make that passion ones life occupation. Would that more of us took that course in life. I bet the world would be a significantly happier place.

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