I just finished a great book (given to me by my good buddy Bill Murrell): A Curious Mind by Brian Grazer. He talks about curious conversations he has had over his entire life and how curiosity has shaped who he is and his entire career (he is a movie producer and Ron Howard’s partner). Below […]
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I follow everything Tony Robbins does. Last year, I got to hear him speak at A360, a seminar I attend annually. Below is an article on his topic that day–Communication in relationships. There are 7 basic needs of every person that you must truly be aware of if you want a genuine and healthy relationship:
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As a parent of college graduates, I talk with my kids fondly about formal education and the great experiences you have over that time. But here is an important reminder about work—it’s not school. It’s not fair. You don’t always get what you deserve. So how do you make sure you get what you deserve in the
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Below is an article about how Howard Schultz (CEO of Starbucks) got his job at Starbucks. He pursued the company for over a year before he got the word they were not hiring him. He was undeterred, and the rest is history. Here are some lesson to learn from his tenacity: –Failing is OK.
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Investing is difficult. I do not know all the answers when it comes to investing, but I do know that for 30 years, I have tried to diversify my portfolio. I am never satisfied. Then again, I am never devastated. Below is why. Diversification is really the only sane alternative to betting everything on one shot. Sure it is tough
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Today’s LIFEies is short but excellent. Michael Josephson had the below column a few months ago about how to read a great book, and I loved it. Partially because I am just like he is; I highlight books, send pages to people, and try to incorporate what I read immediately. If you do one thing
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I am always amazed to find typos (including my own over the years) or outright lies on resumes. Just a few months ago, I had to terminate an interview with a prospective associate when it became clear the person had lied on his resume. Mistakes like these can and have cost people great opportunities. Years ago, I was fortunate to get
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