Happy Friday, Smartsheeters! Last weekend was one that will go down in the record books-- Smartsheet was a sponsor for Party Camp, a fundraising event in Seattle that consisted of food trucks, face painting, lawn games, a 40 foot tree house, and one of the largest water balloon fights the world has ever seen while simultaneously raising $55,000 for charity. Team Smartsheet was there in full-force, the whole event was coordinated in Smartsheet, after all. This weekend has a lot to live up to!
This week’s links feature the story of a vehicle engineer turned toymaker, a comparison of business focus with lion taming, and some hard evidence to make a change in your life.
I’d love to hear what you’re reading about! Share below in a comment or tweet me at @KeriImrisek.
TalkingRain Presents Party Camp - The World's Greatest Water Balloon Fight
Here’s the official video for Party Camp. If you watch closely, you can spot two members of our Smartsheet team!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLBKJbPgFHY
Simon Sinek on Great Leaders
On Inc. by Will Yakowicz (@WillYakowicz)
This article examines the views of Simon Sinek and what makes a truly successful leader. Sometimes, having all the answers isn’t the only way to be a great leader. Read on and find out why!
http://www.inc.com/will-yakowicz-simon-sinek-why-business-leaders-need-to-eat-last.html
How to Focus and Concentrate Better: Lessons from a Lion Tamer
On Buffer Blog by James Clear (@james_clear)
I never would have expected to see an article comparing business and lion taming, much less one that is as entertaining and informative as this one is! I guarantee you will learn something from Clear’s insight, whether it happens to be about lions, or how to focus.
http://blog.bufferapp.com/how-to-focus-better-and-concentrate-better-lessons-from-a-lion-tamer
How a DIY Dad Took the Toy World by Storm with Rainbow Loom
On Fast Company by Camille Sweeney and Josh Gosfield (@ArtofDoingBook)
This is a story about a father of two girls who inadvertently invented an insanely popular children’s toy, simply because he wanted to make bracelets with his daughters. That’s parenting done right.
12 Most Frequently Asked Social Media Questions Answered
On 12Most by Rebekah Radice (@rebekahradice)
Over the past few weeks, I have included some articles on the importance of social media in business. This piece from 12 Most is a great resource for companies that have more specific questions about using social media and might need a little push to engage their business in the social world.
http://12most.com/2013/08/20/12-frequently-asked-social-media-questions-answered/
Until next week, enjoy the last few bits of summer!
-Keri