Thinking Big
Think big. If you want big projects, big buyers, big notice—think big. I was asked recently for a donation for plans for an arts group. I'll make a small donation, but not a larger one because they weren't thinking big
How A Rodent Provided My IP
A squirrel was looking at me through the window from a tree this morning, about three floors off the ground. It was perfectly safe from most predators in the evergreen, and fairly sheltered, but it would have to go down
Royalty and Ancient Ritual
Watching the marvelously-acted "The Crown" on TV, I'm stunned at the protocols of the British royals and I understand why Americans want to watch and savor royalty at a distance, but not at home. I think the same holds true for
Time Hasn’t Run Out Yet
The Patriots simply believed in themselves and never gave up. The Falcons were given enough time to expose poor play calling and "easing up" on the intensity. They were celebrating at half time. The Patriots are now celebrating forever. You're only
Going to Believe Me or Your Lying Eyes?
Most companies are like giant gossip cauldrons. Ask for evidence and observe behavior before you believe what you're told.
Who Cares How It Works?
Understand how your customers apply and use things, not how those things work. My father-in-law was able to stick his head under a car's hood and fix anything in there that went wrong. But he didn't drive his car any better
Stop Copying, Start Creating
Derivative: originating from, based on, or influenced by Original: not dependent on other people's ideas; present or existing from the beginning; first or earliest Any questions?
Gloomy Gus
My late handyman—he was older than I—frequented the same coffee shop that I take the dogs to in the morning. The owner runs a nice place, but he's always complaining. My handyman gave him the sobriquet, "Gloomy Gus." If it's raining
Who Asked You?
There are trolls and arrogant souls out there who sit back and just send people "feedback," claiming that responsible people always listen to feedback. Smart people listen to feedback from those they respect and ask, not from strangers, about their
Accelerating Your Coaching Process
In the process visual* below, I've depicted my approach toward mentoring and coaching which I've recommended to my Master Mentors. First: Define and clarify the issue. ("I'm overwhelmed." What, exactly, dow that mean?) Second: If it's not really an issue, just a