MikesDesk

I disagree with Tyler’s post and Stafano’s article on ownership of ideas. The ideas that I create had come from reading books, magazines, media, learning , varisty and from influencial people. To acknowledge every person for their contribution to the formation of my ideas is impossible. The same applies to people that I have influenced. All ideas are not original. We are purely building on other people’s ideas and forming our own derivative idea.
A fresh idea should be secret. Take the time to implement the idea, patent or trademark. Then share you idea with other people.

The 27 Dinner in Durban is to enjoy dinner celebrating the innovative, ideas and people from Durban. Dave is a man who within minutes made a impact on me and is the creator of the 27 Dinner. Marc who organized the Dinner made the evening a success. The atmosphere and food at Ciao Itallia Restaurant was perfect. Join Ciao Itallia’s Facebook group to hear about their future funky cooking classes.

Graham is the gentleman that created Stormhoek wine. He built a wine brand completely by blogging on the internet and his site receives millions of visits. Graham has an inspiring presence and is a role model for entrepreneurs.

Anice Hassim is the genius behind the success of East Coast Radio in Durban. He took marketing of radio to a new level. Thank you Anice for your brilliant talk.

During the evening I sat with Linda and Carol. These ladies have a wonderful command of English and brought such fun and grace to the table. Linda, I’m watching for Sutcliffe’s friend.

The evening left me thinking till the early hours of the great ideas that people expressed. Thank you to Dave and Marc for bringing together genuine people for dinner.

I am blessed that I live in South Africa where there is freedom to work and express my ideas. This writing is an expression of that freedom. The entry was inspired by the North Korean government is tightening the freedom of its people. South Africans must be thankful for our privilege. Often, a fundamental privilege like expression of ideas in writing is taken for granted.