As social media wastes increasing amounts of time and cloud memory, those that engage soon come to realize that interfacing with others is not the happy, genteel arena it was originally designed to be. The sites have devolved into spit pits of often … [Read more...]
Trump’s Biggest Problem
Like most Americans, I am suffering from bickering fatigue. The more emotional the president acts as special investigator Robert Mueller's investigation creeps toward 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue the more determinedly his intimidated Republican defenders … [Read more...]
The Easy Thing vs. The Right Thing
"The easy thing and the right thing are not always the same thing." -- Ocean Palmer A client recently thanked me for a good week of work by sending me on a weekend trip to a top-rated safari camp in western Kenya's sprawling Masai Mara … [Read more...]
“Deja vu all over again,” — My Second Workplace Shooting
28June18 Just when I thought the faded scars had finally receded, a broken coward came along and cut me again. The heinous hound shotgunned his way into in a small newsroom in Annapolis, Maryland and ended the lives of Gerald Fischman (61), Robert … [Read more...]
Mimi’s Soho: Finding a Niche
On a recent three-week business trip through the United Kingdom and Kenya I was able to experience some interesting small business setups worth sharing. One is a small hotel, Mimi's Soho, which has found a niche its clientele is loyally … [Read more...]
New book release update: Pro Selling
Written for those new to professional selling as well as those wanting to improve their results quickly, Pro Selling remains on track for a spring release. The book is the seventh in my sales and behavioral influence/mindfulness library. More … [Read more...]
Oscar Nominees: Who Deserves to Win
I write motion picture screenplays and watch movies all the time (but very little television). Having seen all the films nominated in this year's major categories, here are my picks for most deserving winners. Films and names are sequenced as … [Read more...]
New Book Announcement
Very excited to announce my 14th book, which is scheduled for release in late spring: "Pro Selling (How to Succeed at the World's Greatest Profession)" is written for new and ambitious sales professionals who aspire to accelerate up the … [Read more...]
Tips for Managing the Impact of Technology on Behavior & Happiness
I frequently teach seminars on the behavioral impact of technology reliance. Shared below are a list of suggestions on what to know and do. I hope they help. For more information or to schedule a seminar for your company or organization, feel free … [Read more...]
Who’s Who Lifetime Achievement
Got word I have been recognized by Who's Who for lifetime achievement. While I tend to focus more on what's in front of me than what is in the rear-view mirror, it is always nice to be honored for helping others. Best to all for a safe and … [Read more...]