Highlighting Mobile Manners with U.S. Cellular
Have you ever walked into someone while using your cell phone? Embarrassing, right? Do you get annoyed when someone uses a mobile device in a movie theatre? How about in a…
Piano. Push. Play. Brings Music to the Streets of Portland
The Portland-based art project Piano. Push. Play. fixes old and unwanted pianos, commissions local artists to decorate them, and then places the pianos on the streets for anyone to play. Once…
It Takes Two
By Scott Sparling Partnership is a key word in business these days. Collaboration. Synergy. It’s all about being stronger together. Yet on a personal level, we’re still enthralled by the myth…
Connect with nonprofits at The Standard’s Volunteer Expos
Have you ever wanted to volunteer or get involved with a nonprofit, but weren’t sure where to start? There are so many great nonprofits that make a difference in the community,…
Calling All Teachers
We all remember grade school. We have good memories and maybe some not-so-good memories. One thing is clear – when kids are inspired by a truly interesting classroom and teacher, great…
Make it Real, Not Rote
By Scott Sparling Three times on my last flight, the pilot and the flight attendants invited me “to sit back, relax and enjoy the flight.” Wait – they know we’re on…
The Standard Takes a Stand Against Cancer
This week, Standard Insurance Company (The Standard) stepped up in support of OHSU’s groundbreaking $1 billion campaign to end cancer as we know it. The Knight Cancer Challenge was created by…
The Anti-Manifesto Manifesto
By Scott Sparling Early in my career, I was enlisted in the job of moving 5,000 small foam dolphins. We had ordered them as a trade show giveaway for one of…
