The icon is of a snail who is sick and tired of being stuck in a "shell" and being slow. He has "busted out" of that shell and is on to bigger and better things. Obviously, this is a metaphor for improving your life and doing more than the same business-as-usual attitude.
Tourcat, I like #5 and #6, they are creative and professional. I love the lightbulb / head combo. Please keep the ideas coming, As for Entry #4, I like the concept, I just think that the font is too boxy for me.
I am still open to several different styles - please keep the ideas coming, I appreciate it.
#45 and #46 are great. Both have great 'double-meanings' and are really creative. Tourcat, I really appreciate the thought and effort you have put into my contest. I wish more would put that much into it. Thanks again.