Picture from My Bangkok Workshop

Poker and the Parkers

Last night, I held a launch party for my Innovation Personality Poker at the home of Robert and Joan Parker.  OK, actually the party was planned a while back (I bought it at a charity auction) and it just coincidentally fell at the time when the cards were officially released.

Robert B. Parker, is the author of dozens of books, including the Spenser series (which was the basis of the 1980′s TV show, “Spenser: For Hire”).  I have been a HUGE fan for so many years; this was truly an honor.

One of the party attendees said it so well: “I was like a boy from the Bronx around Babe Ruth. Robert Parker’s writing has now been in my life for so long. As long as he’s writing there’s always a moment of joy to anticipate.”  So true.

Joan Parker is an incredible woman with many talents.  Lately she has been focusing her energies on raising money for a number of non-profit organizations.  She is truly one of the most generous and down-to-earth people I have ever met.

Our party was at capacity with 20 friends, family members, clients, and colleagues in attendance.  It was a pleasure to have Liz Walker, a Boston news icon, there as well.  You may recall that I was on her TV show back in 2006.

Joan and Robert, thank you for sharing your home and your time.  You were both incredibly gracious.  It was a night we will all remember.

P.S. Robert’s book, ”Appaloosa,” is being turned into a blockbuster movie starring Ed Harris, Renée Zellweger, Jeremy Irons, and many other big names.

P.P.S. Sadly, since this blog entry was written, Robert Parker passed away.  He will be missed by all of this loyal fans.

Click here to see some pictures from the event.

See Me in Asia

I am leaving for Asia July 3 and will be there until July 21.  I am presenting in Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok and Singapore.  This is a rare opportunity to see me in action in these countries.  The last time I spoke in Singapore was 2002.  The last time I was in Thailand was 2005.  And I have never presented in Malaysia.  Here’s my schedule, with links to the events:

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – July 8 – OXCEL (Oxford Center for Leadership)

Bangkok, Thailand – July 10 (all day) – AIM INLINES

Singapore – July 15 – EO (Entrepreneurs’ Organization) and Asia Professional Speakers Singapore

While I am these countries, I am also taking some time off to explore.  However, if the timing is right and you need a speaker for your organization, I would love to present at other events while I am there.

Personality Poker on Sale Now

We have had so many requests for our Personality Poker that we decided to launch it earlier than planned.  Not everything is 100% ready, so we are offering bonus items to those who buy now.

When you order, you get decks of cards and a 75 page instruction manual.  Additional training materials will be available soon.

You can learn more about Personality Poker at www.InnovationPersonalityPoker.com

You can purchase your own Personality Poker game, go to www.247InnovationShop.com

In the 24/7 Innovation Shop, you can also buy copies of all of our books: “24/7 Innovation,” “The Little Book of BIG Innovation Ideas,” and “Goal-Free Living.”

Speaking in Copenhagen this Week

I am in Copenhagen this week doing work with a client.  Therefore, Alexander Kjerulf, I, and some others decided to put on a public seminar on personal innovation. I will be doing my “Innovation Personality Poker.”  The event is this Wednesday, 21 May, from 1:00PM – 4:30PM.

For more details, go to the event page (in Danish) on Alex’s website

I am told that we have nearly 100 people registered and room for only about 10 more. I hope to see you there.

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