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Ideas on Career Progression
I’m 30 some years into my 45-year career so here’s my view on corporate career progression. Within two years of taking on any role, you have probably mastered most of the tasks of that role. So, in your third year, you… Read more
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The art of introducing someone
I’ve been to 3 conferences – in 3 weeks – on 3 continents – and I learned 2 things: The power of meeting in person AND the art of introducing someone. Transcript I’ve been to 3 conferences … in the… Read more
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Social Media and Politics
Last week, we covered “When you argue with the town fool, the town gains a second fool.” This week, we’ll apply that advice to Social Media and Politics. Read more
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When you argue with the town fool, the town gains a second fool
What do Ben Franklin, Abe Lincoln, Mark Twain, two Lions, and me have in common – we all give versions of this same advice. Read more
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Learning from a caterpillar’s time in the cocoon
Real transformation, unfortunately, often only happens through change or challenge. Perhaps nothing depicts the magic of transformation like a caterpillar into a butterfly, so there are some lessons we can learn from that time in the cocoon. Transcript This one… Read more
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“Perfect” is overrated
An old French proverb teaches that perfect is the enemy of good. One of my favorite books talks about the difference between good to great. And I’ll just add that “perfect” is overrated. Let’s talk about why … Read more