Mark’s a Wikipedia, a wizard and a world changer. You owe it to yourself to get to know him, you’ll find the following truths will unfold...
Mark is “wizardly” smart
Most people are considered smart because they accumulate truths, facts or experience. This level of “smart” is enough to run most companies. The distinct value of Mark is that he always attaches a unique vantage point or insight to what others settle to “know” or accept as reality, this is “wizardly smart.” The most crucial way this benefits your business is in having a visionary on your side that helps you realize how much you (and your competitors) are not seeing. Perhaps what's most impressive, is how quickly Mark catches up to speed, begins thinking alongside of you and then shakes the foundation of what you view as possible. Having just one Mark around is a competitive advantage most organizations are starved for.
Mark is extremely relevant
Mark lives to learn, always traveling, reading and interacting with people to understand different industries, uncover sub-cultures and trends and apply it to his expansive world-view. You’ll find he is extremely dedicated to your cause, constantly monitoring how changes in the world impact your potential or sustainability. Often, you’ll find an article in your email from the WSJ or NY Times that is timely and enlightening. His awareness and ability to connect the dots between your business and the world unfolding around you makes you more agile and capable.
Mark is bold
It’s his gift to challenge the status quo and “the way things have always been done.” To Mark, it’s insanity to continue to go about business as usual when there is so much opportunity each day for businesses to build momentum and capitalize on others who don’t break from the norm.
Mark is fun to be around
Everywhere he goes, he brings great energy and optimism that is both genuine and contagious. Negativity and pessimism don't surface in Mark’s world.
Mark is an original
There’s only one Mark running around, you’ll quickly realize you’ve never met anyone quite like him. You’ll uncover many idiosyncrasies that can make you LOL or smile with intrigue and appreciation for his distinct personality. He wears funny clothes, has his own language (gifts are “looloos”), and talks to himself constantly. Many refer to him as “that crazy guy Mark.”
Mark is valued
Those close to him personally and professionally, value his magic touch. There are countless examples of people who go on to new jobs or places in life that reach back out to him for his advice and a dash of sunshine. Mark is revered for creating a workplace where people can have fun, be themselves, and grow personally and professionally.
Mark keeps his heart in the right place
Mark often strips away the barriers others put up in relationships in order to relate to you, to do what’s right, to reveal himself, to look out for your best interests and create a lifelong bond.
Adam Spriggs