Katie Cordrey

Being an entrepreneur. I think Andy Warhol was on to something when he said, "Being good in business is the most fascinating kind of art."

Cool starts as an "ah ha!" moment that so crackles with energy, it jumps personal bounds and excites others.

Uncovering trends is less a secret than a natural outcome of being persistently curious.

Confirmation of the fact that we humans are endlessly creative.

It's hard to pick favorites, but I like the move toward 'the commons.'

Connect the reader to the story subject quickly, clearly, and emotively.

I sleep. I also hike, once rested, physical exertion helps to restore balance and creativity.

I am inspired by the natural world.

The 'workplace' will be a state of mind, not an office.