New York on Our 45th Anniversary
Arrived at The Palace, where they’ve completely renovated the Towers, and are working on the rest of the hotel. You can see our digs below. This is where I’m holding…
Diagonal is the New Vertical
Not all that long ago we believed that if we did a good job we’d be promoted, and that would continue until retirement. When I left Rutgers and stumbled into…
Alan Weiss’s Monday Morning Memo® – 9/9/13
September 9, 2013—Issue #207 This week’s focus point: Latvians, looking to strike back at Russia for state-sponsored homophobia, chose to boycott Stolichnaya vodka. The only problem is that Stoli is…
Alan Weiss’s Monday Morning Memo® – 9/23/13
September 23, 2013—Issue #209 This week’s focus point: I believe in continuous improvement, in one’s life and in society. I concurrently believe in looking for all the best in one’s…
China Journal
We landed in Hong Kong where it’s 80° F, after waking up to 24° in Beijing. A woman met us at the jetway, had a driver with one of those…
Observations
• Superb flight on American 1509 yesterday, Boston to Miami. First class like it used to be but also with wifi, power outlets, meals ordered in advance, and TSA pre-check.…
The Dog Star: Chasing Squirrels
(The Dog Star is a symbol of power, will, and steadfastness of purpose, and exemplifies the One who has succeeded in bridging the lower and higher consciousness. – Astrological Definition)…
Respect and Affection
Too many consultants want to be liked. They are desperate for affiliation or even deeper regard. However, what we need from buyers is respect. You can respect someone without necessarily…
Hey Old Pal, Can You Spare A Hundred Thou?
A large percentage of people on social media platforms seem to feel they have become instant buddies and peers. (It’s interesting that Facebook has “friends” but Twitter has “followers.”) Among…
Alan Weiss’s Monday Morning Memo® – 2/24/14
This week’s focus point: Once again, we witness a stunning revolution, this time in the Ukraine. The real question now, as in Egypt and Libya, is freedom for what purpose?…