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I have been posting to this blog every day since 2005.
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Things that annoy me
I have many pet peeves. Most people do, I think. Most are also smart enough Read More
A Christmas memory for the ages
As we prepare to make new Christmas memories this morning, I am reminded of one Read More
Matt’s 2024 Holiday Gift Guide
In the event you have some last-minute shopping to do for a loved one, allow Read More
Love a real tree
I learned this week that only 14 percent of households purchased a “real” Christmas tree Read More
A book about me.
Someone wrote an “authorized biography” about me, except it’s not authorized. I didn’t even know Read More
You’re not getting old. You are just being dumb. Probably.
People are fond of saying they know they are getting old because they can’t remember Read More
Three leadership ideas I can get behind
Advice from Mike Lombardi regarding leadership: Consider in advance how we will respond, not react, Read More
From the mouths of babes
We’re talking about the Seven Wonders of the World when one of my students asks, Read More
Barry Manilow jingles
Barry Manilow jokingly refers to himself as the “jingle king” of the advertising world, with Read More
My Stories
As an author, podcaster, and performer, my life is a series of stories that continue to unfold. Dive into my books, explore insightful articles, read daily musings on my blog, watch engaging videos, and tune into my podcasts. Each format offers a unique slice of my narrative adventure.