I recently met a woman who went from corporate executive to personal chef to a host of other highly successful careers. As she described her work history, one thing emerged…
I was playing 20 questions with Clara - age 8 - in Panera last night while waiting for our dinner. Clara's questions to me:"Is it a person?" (YES)"A woman?" (YES)"Is it Clara…
It annoys the hell out of me that centuries are identified by one number greater than their actual number in the hundreds place. The 1800's are referred to as the nineteenth…
As a person who teaches elementary school, publishes novels, writes for magazines, owns and operates a wedding DJ company, runs a storytelling organization, and performs onstage regularly, I am often…
Limited time and money are obstacles easily overcome with long days, hard work, and a clear vision.People will die unexpectedly. Stay connected. Don't assume there is a tomorrow.Every pound you…
I am happy that I live in a digital, HD, Internet-infused world. I am also happy that I grew up in an analog, low-definition, Internet-absent world. I did not touch a computer…
If you schedule an hour for a meeting, and your meeting lasts for an hour, you have failed, for three reasons:The efficient person attempts to complete tasks in less than…
A suggestion that will make you a happier person and a more pleasant person to be around:Judge others solely on their intent. One night my friend and DJ partner, Bengi, we…
PERSONAL HEALTH1. Don’t die.Still alive and kicking. 2. Lose 20 pounds.I lost four more pounds in March, bringing the total loss to nine pounds.Well ahead of schedule, thanks to consistent exercise,…
