Bloviation
I have never listened to a debate on a TV political talk show—or even an interview with a politician—where I have emerged better informed.
A Conveying of Philosophy Via Electronic Avenues of Dissemination
Someone wrote me to tell me they loved my newsletters and wanted to try some of their own. She then asked, "How do you arrange for content creation?" I told her that I sit down and start writing. Do you see what
You Can’t Fix Stupid
A woman writes to tell me she loves my free weekly and monthly newsletters, but she doesn't like my occasional promotional mailings, so she has to unsubscribe. In other words, she feels it's appropriate for me to provide free, high
Discomfort
The greater and deeper your comfort zone, the greater the discomfort (and even agony) escaping it. Stop feathering your nest and go build a new one.
The Madness
March Madness, always thrilling, isn't necessarily won by the best overall team. It's won by the team which plays best under extreme pressure at the right moments, and makes the fewest unforced errors. When things get tough, the tough get
Opportunity Doesn’t Always Knock
Being opportunistic is a positive trait, but not if it's your exclusive motive power. That's because it relies on some external "trigger" allowing you to see the opportunity. Innovative people create their own "triggers." It's great to be opportunistic when something
Don’t Judge A Book By Its Cover?
Then why do authors and publishers exert such energy into finding the right title, the right art work, the right "look"? Do you bother to make sure your publicity photos look professional? Do you wash your car before you use it for
Say, What?
These days people are paying more attention to the source rather than the content or reasoning. If a person likes the source, "down is up" is acceptable. If a person doesn't like the source, "free speech is vital" is unacceptable. Use
Having A Bad Day? Think Again
There was an article in the Times today about the long-overdue rehabilitation of a major airport in Nigeria. They're going to close it for six weeks to repair runway potholes, deteriorating stairways, and non-working restrooms. The government has been incompetent in
Your Sunday Calling
It's Sunday. What are you going to do tomorrow morning that will make it a great, productive, fulfilling week? Take ten minutes to decide, make a note, and then relax.