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February 13, 2025 21 mins

Michael Roderick is the CEO of Small Pond Enterprises, a consulting firm dedicated to helping individuals and organizations enhance their professional relationships and brand presence. Through his expertise in networking and messaging, Michael empowers clients to become thought leaders and build referable brands. He also hosts the Access to Anyone podcast, where he shares insights on effective relationship-building strategies.

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In today's competitive landscape, many professionals pursue the same opportunities using conventional methods, making it challenging to stand out. How can you discover new perspectives when most follow predetermined paths?

Networking expert Michael Roderick advocates for "windows thinking" as a solution to the challenges of conformity and the limitations of "doorway thinking." Unlike traditional thinking which relies on familiar paths, "windows thinking" encourages lateral approaches that involve shifting perspectives to uncover opportunities often overlooked by others. By visualizing problems through the "windows three" framework — constant, variable, and visual — you can generate innovative solutions

In this episode of the Timeless Marketing Podcast, Brian Kurtz hosts Michael Roderick, CEO of Small Pond Enterprises, to discuss exploring new perspectives and possibilities beyond conventional thinking. Michael shares actionable strategies for leveraging "windows thinking," highlights the power of active learning and Minimum Viable Insight (MVI) in innovation, and explores the six business currencies, emphasizing the power of positioning.

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