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[ 1 ] May 10, 2010 | Sam Harrison

During her formal dinner party, the hostess whispered to Winston Churchill that she had seen a prominent member of Parliament pocket one of her antique salt shakers. Churchill said he would take care of it. He walked over to the table, tucked a similar shaker in his own dinner jacket, then pulled the man aside.

“I think we’ve been spotted,” said Churchill, opening his pocket to give the man a peek. “We’d better put these back.”[This content is protected for registered InSource members only. Please log in, or register as a member. Registration is free.]


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About Sam Harrison: Sam Harrison is a speaker, workshop leader and writer on creativity-related topics. His latest book, IdeaSelling: Successfully pitch your creative ideas to bosses, clients and other decision makers, was released in May by HOW Books. He is also the author of IdeaSpotting: How to find your next great idea, and Zing!: Five steps and 101 tips for creativity on command. View author profile.

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  1. Darla Rehorst says:

    I am so thankful for Trish Berrong’s comment about “bringing a brick.” I am so tired of hearing designers and/or art directors say the opposite: “Look at this magnificent wall I am building for you. Thou shalt not question the magnificence of my magnificent wall.” I am a designer who has worked with and for those kind of egos and it is so counterproductive to good relationships. Berrong’s attitude needs to be adopted by more creatives.

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