One of the perks of being a business guy is you can tune into CNBC and know exactly what everyone’s talking about. At least, it used to be that way. Lately, you need a decoder ring to understand half of what some executives are saying. The jargon has become nearly[…] Read On
Hello, Gen Z. Now that we’ve seen how millennials turned out, our only hope for the future rests in your hands. Try not to screw up the planet, OK? You do have one distinct advantage over the rest of us: growing up with tech. That means you learned to use[…] Read On
“If I had more time, I would have written a shorter letter.” Considering its ironic truth, it’s not surprising that the quote has been widely misattributed to Mark Twain. Nevertheless, a veritable who’s who of great thinkers, from Cicero and Martin Luther to Ben Franklin and Henry David Thoreau, have[…] Read On
“Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice.” – Steve Jobs When we’re young, we look to more experienced mentors for advice. Later on, we become the advisors. At least, that’s how it[…] Read On
There is an ever-growing list of executive coaches, authors and professors who claim to have the secret to turn anyone into a leader. They offer body language tips to make you appear more authentic, communication skills so you’ll seem more likable and personal habits to make you more productive. You’re[…] Read On
CBS News tweeted that Tom Petty had died following a massive heart attack earlier today. Actually, the rock & roll legend was not dead, at least not at the time. He is now, but that’s neither here nor there. The Twitterati were so confused they didn’t know whether to mourn[…] Read On
“May you live in interesting times.” Everyone wants fame and fortune. Fortune, I get. Fame, not so much. Notoriety is not all it’s cracked up to be. And while our culture’s obsession with popularity and engagement may benefit you in some ways, it can hurt you in others that matter[…] Read On