Uncomfortable Learning

Force yourself out of your own comfort zone. Welcome alternative perspectives and embrace new ways of solving old problems. We must shift our mindset so that we ‘learn from the other side’. How else will we get better, and lead effectively? How … [Read more...]

America, The Beautiful

There are very few countries in the world where a young person can start with very little and make a life for themselves. This beautiful country holds that magic. Thirty three years ago, I vividly recall arriving in Los Angeles, the Friday before … [Read more...]

Communicate Effectively

Neat perspective on effective communication, shared by Frances Frei, a Professor at Harvard Business School. Here are the two alternatives: 1) Tell a compelling story, by painting a vivid picture to arrive at the point you were trying to make all … [Read more...]

Build Trust

Want to build trust in your workplace? Heed the advice of Charles Feldman. Here are the four essentials: 1) Sincerity - “I mean what I say, say what I mean, and act accordingly.” 2) Reliability - “You can count on me to deliver what I … [Read more...]