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Writers write. Profound isn’t it? But can you say the same thing about a scientist? Scientists science? I habitually fail the elevator speech. You know the one, describe what you do briefly and concisely as if you are pitching an idea on a short elevator ride.
I typically take the stairs, I have more time. Why rush? If you are like me, depending on the social surroundings I edit my response. Nobody wants to hear about geospatial analytics at a cocktail party. Unfortunately I have the liability of an expressive face so I am unable to discreetly scan the inquisitor to target my response appropriately.
What happens when we sit with ideas and let them grow organically? What are you listening to, watching, reading and how do those thoughts marinate and create the culture of you?
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