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June 12, 2006

Hi [[firstname]], 

It always bothered me when someone said, "You need to 
think outside the box!"

Never new what they meant by that phrase. 

Then one day I came across an e-workshop that was 
entitled, "Thinking-out-of-the-Box." I purchased a 
copy and to my amazement I found that there was such 
a management skill. Some of the skills I have been 
using for years and some of the skills were totally 
new to me. 

This unique e-workshop not only helps the participant 
identify and develop such skills it is capable of 
improving existing skills each and every time the e-
workshop is revisited. 

If your interest in learning more about Thinking-out-
of-the-Box, and particularly about the e-workshop, don't 
miss out on reading this weeks article, THINKING-OUT-OF-
THE-BOX. 

Have a nice day, keep the faith, and stay connected.

Bill Gaw
Business Basics, LLC
Bg@bbasicsllc.com
760-945-5596

P.S. Be sure to checkout the MBBP "Thinking-out-of-the-
Box" Training Package special offer at the end of the 
article.

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MANUFACTURING BASICS & BEST PRACTICES BULLETIN

Now serving over 11,821 subscribers

Competitive Knowledge for Manufacturing People 

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THINKING-OUT-OF-THE-BOX

Thinking-out-of-the-box refers to the capacity of 
individuals and businesses to see any situation from 
fresh and new perspectives. Moreover, it refers to 
the capacity of individuals and business to act 
highly effectively on these fresh and new perspectives.

Thinking-out-of-the-box continuously requires individuals 
and businesses to challenge and expand their way of 
thinking. Thinking-out-of-the-box provides ways to 
generate and implement innovative ideas and solutions to 
address difficult (and even not so difficult) situations.

This is what sets us apart from our peers in today's 
extremely demanding way of life. Thinking-out-of-the-
box is not a luxury, it is a necessity!

Thinking-out-of-the-box can be used to ensure optimal 
effectiveness in Decision Making, Problem Solving, 
Strategic Planning, Personal Growth, New Product 
Development, Conflict Resolution to Artistic Inspiration 
to name but a few. In effect, it can be used for every 
conceivable (and inconceivable) situation.

The reality is that everybody can cultivate and improve 
their thinking-out-of-the-box skills.

If you've ever said, "There must be a better way." 
... there is, and it's not more computerization!

Do you want to optimize personal and company success? 
If so... you need to identify and master the basics of 
thinking-out-of-the-box. 

One of the best options for developing and improving 
creative thinking that I have found is an e-workshop
from StratSmart, Inc. I was so impressed with this 
unique e-learning workshop that I partnered with 
StratSmart to bring you their e-workshop in a Business 
Basics Training Package.

Many historic, recurring day-to-day problems (perhaps 
the same problems that plague your operation) can be 
permanently eliminated by the execution of new ideas 
generated by this Thinking-out-of-the-Box Training 
Package.

With this training package you and your company will:

* Convert finger pointers into problem solvers 
* Transform work environments from drudgery to fun 
* Minimize day-to-day business stress levels 
* Gain well deserved recognition and rewards 
* Optimize results from performance measurements 
* Improve speed, quality, and customer satisfaction 
* Reduce operating costs and improve bottom line 
* Reach your full growth and earnings potential. 

Thinking-out-of-the-box skills are greatly required by 
everybody. Everyone needs to continuously challenge and 
expand their ways of thinking to enhance personal and 
business effectiveness. Moreover, everyone needs to be 
able to optimally act on their expanded ways of thinking 
to enhance personal and business effectiveness. 

However, the truth is that not too many people can say 
they truly think-out-of-the-box as a way of life. The 
good news is that thinking-out-of-the-box is something 
that can be developed and improved.

IDEAS, INSIGHTS, TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES 

The principles presented by the Thinking-out-of-the-
Box Training Package are so fundamental that it is 
applicable to each and every person, whether in an 
organization or an individual setting.

"I know of no more encouraging fact than the 
unquestionable ability of man to elevate his life by 
a conscious endeavor."
Henry David Thoreau

"People are always blaming circumstances for what they 
are. I don't believe in circumstances. The people who 
get on in this world are the people who get up and 
look for the circumstances they want, and if they 
can't find them, make them" 
George Bernard Shaw


CHALLENGING EXISTING CONCEPTS

Each and everybody that wants to live optimally need 
to challenge existing concepts and perceptions by 
applying thinking-out-of-the-box principles.

We realistically acknowledge that this training package 
is not the only way to become a more effective and 
creative person by optimally thinking-out-of- the-box. 

There are other ways to improve one's thinking-out-of-
the-box skills as well. For example: You could read 
books on the topic to get a better understanding and 
insight, or you could attend a offsite workshop, or 
you could learn from colleagues and/or friends who are 
proficient thinkers, amongst others. All these options 
have merit and are worthwhile. 

Moreover, these options do not need to be mutually 
exclusive. For example, you could do all or any 
combination of the mentioned options (or you could even 
do options that have not been mentioned!) to become a 
more proficient and creative thinker.

However, for those who do not want to spend $400-$600 
per person per day (and can not afford time away from 
the office in attending a worthwhile creativity seminar), 
or do not want to spend weeks searching the web for 
usable information, or those that do not have mentors 
for creativity, we feel that this training package 
provides a very valuable additional way of gaining an 
excellent understanding and mastering of thinking-out-
of-the-box principles, because:

* It is easy to follow : It provides a pleasing and 
very user-friendly presentation, with colorful visuals

* It is focused: it encapsulates their 2 day physical 
workshop into focused content. (This is because there 
are a number of practical exercises and group sessions 
that are typically done in a physical workshop. In 
the training package you can decide yourself how much 
time you want to spent on exercising sessions.) 

* It is proven: It encapsulates time-tested principles 
that produce powerful results. 

* It is effective: It can be done at your own convenient 
time and you do not need to take time off from work. 

* It is affordable: It is a very cost effective and 
affordable way to improve your thinking-out-of-the-box 
skills. 

* It is accessible: It can be used whenever required at 
the "touch of a button" as a learning aid or refresher. 

* It is practical: It provides a thinking-out-of-the-box 
toolbox, which provides you with techniques and 
guidelines to apply your thinking-out-of-the-box skills. 

* Purchasing the training package is completely risk 
free: we provide a full no questions asked, money back 
guarantee. 


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A SPECIAL OFFER FOR MBBP BULLETIN SUBSCRIBERS

If you and your company are interested in mastering 
thinking-out-of-the-box skills, a good approach would 
be to consider our \"Thinking-out-of-the-Box Training 
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Included:

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* CD, Thinking-Out-of-the-Box e-Workshop – 
Benefit: Discover creative ideas, insights, and proactive 
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* CD, Strategic Planning and Tactical Execution Training 
Module* - 
Benefit: Transform strategic and tactical plans into reality. 

* CD, Value Stream Mapping Training Module* - 
Benefit: Upgrade business processes to optimize customer 
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Benefit: Financial numbers may tell us we\'re winning 
the war, but it takes performance management to focus 
our energy and efforts to win each of the battles 
along the way. 

* Audio Cassette, Overcoming Resistance to Change – 
Benefit: Gain total team commitment to change initiative 
implementation success. 

* Train the Trainer Manual - 
Benefit: Initiate cost-effective, win-win, self-directed 
training and education.

Training Modules include 50-plus-powerful, PowerPoint® 
graphics, "plus" annotated note pages with explanations, 
and "lessons learned by a been-there, done that" 
professional." 

During the month of June, MBBP subscribers can purchase 
The Thinking-out-of-the-Box Training Package at a 40% 
discount from the individual bookstore price of $650.00 
or for $395.00. Now that\'s a savings of $255 from 
purchasing these powerful training products individually 
and hundreds of dollars less than attending a relevant 
seminars. Now that\'s an offer you shouldn't pass up.

You can check it out at:

http://bbasicsllc.com/TOOTBox.htm

Do it today because the offer ends: Friday 06-30-06 
and after this month you won\'t see this special again 
for another year.

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