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...]
The Ebb & Flow of Life: How to Survive the Holidays
Good Year or Bad Year? The 10 Things that Happen Each Year Nothing creates emotional amplitude quite like the holidays. Especially this year. Social upheaval, global mistrust, selfishness, and behavioral unaccountability hardly mix a wonderful … [Read more...]
Today’s Assignment: Going Old School
This time of year life seems easy or challenging, headlines scream abuse and conspiracy, and happiness washes upon us either in buckets or droplets. Surrounded by all that, today we are each empowered to brighten someone's day in the simplest of … [Read more...]
Company Culture: Is Yours by Design or Default?
The major driver of sustained excellence in businesses, teams, and organizations is culture by design. Unfortunately, very few are set up this way. Most have default cultures that have morphed over time. There are two major keys to culture design … [Read more...]
Five Keys to Staying Positive in Trying Times
In 2007 the global recession toppled dominoes around the world. Around the world we shared a common enemy, which was economic instability. Flash forward a decade: Today global angst looks like a life-sized Lego puzzle. Divisiveness rules, … [Read more...]
The Construction Process for Three Comedy Shorts
In business and entertainment, story matters. A great story, well made with great characters, produces great results. Conversely, a thin story or mediocre characters can never tell a really strong story. I recently wrote three comedic film shorts, … [Read more...]
By the Numbers: Trump’s Fear of the Mainstream American Press
I read an eye-widener this morning on CNN. If you want to understand why there is such an angry schism among Americans these days -- hate the guy versus love the guy -- check out Donald Trump's channel selections. This is the tally of President … [Read more...]