Those who know me are often surprised to discover that I used to be a physics nerd. Back when I was pursuing a degree in that field a joke was circulating about two student physicists trying to impress the ...
Over one billion people reportedly watched the opening ceremonies of the Olympic Games in London. Olympic organizers estimate that over four billion people will watch the games this year on television while tens of thousands will be there in-person. ...
One of the most surprising things I discovered about myself since taking up journaling last year is how prone I am to distraction. I’m aware of my tendency to engage in a lot of simultaneous projects and the intellectual ...
You’re on the move; leading an organization, or part of a team just trying to keep up. Whether you’re the one calling the shots or the one receiving them, you can’t afford to not be thinking strategically. Strategic thinking ...
It’s well known that celebrating accomplishment is one of the keys to improving results. That’s true whether the goal is personal or shared among a team. If you’re like me, though, times of celebration may be rare. Rewarding myself ...
A friend of mine recently felt trapped. For many years he’s been nursing a dream of a new career that would take him and his wife overseas where they would have impact on people around the world. Recently, that ...
A number of years ago Robert Kiyosaki wrote book about being raised by two fathers. Each taught him a different perspective on money management. Rich Dad, Poor Dad went on to become a New York Times best-seller. It’s no surprise ...
A short time ago I felt a deep seated resentment brewing. But it wasn’t toward a person. I had grown resentful of my to dos. Every morning, it seemed, I filled my journal carping about what needed to get ...
Have you ever had one of those really horrible days that seem to suck the life out of you? The kind that leaves you vulnerable to making things worse? Several months ago, I had a doozy. I had let ...
You might be working like a dog, but are you networking like one? I get a lot of requests to network and enjoy it. It’s one of the thrilling parts of my vocation. I particularly enjoy reconnecting with folks ...