The quit card
One of the toughest questions that comes up, is when to use the quit card. ... More >>
The higher the stakes
the higher the fear. That’s what makes some decisions so difficult. ... More >>
Front the fear
Your first meeting with a client can set the stage for the entire consulting project. The first week selling a new product usually determines whether a customer will ever make a purchase.  The first few minutes after meeting that special someone can make all the difference in the end.  But not because you put on a show and impressed a few people. But because you did the hard stuff first. ... More >>
New beginnings
People all over the world crave new beginnings. But ironically, most people also do everything they can to avoid them. ... More >>
Connecting the dots
As a lucky graduate of the Stanford class of 2005, I got to hear the great Steve Jobs speech about connecting the dots. It got me thinking …. ... More >>
Counting sheep
You’ve probably encountered someone who does it. And no, I don’t mean at night when falling asleep. ... More >>
Meeting my readers
I don’t do it often as I want, but I really enjoy meeting my readers. ... More >>
Nothing is for everyone
You know this but you ignore it every single time. Â And you always find out the hard way. ... More >>
MBA Mondays: Financial audits
On Mondays, sometimes I like to discuss business topics when I have the chance. ... More >>
When was the last time you did something the first time?
It’s a good question.  Something I’ve seen a lot of in the last few weeks. ... More >>
Embrace the pain
Pain, of course, is sometimes one of the worst things in the world. But embracing the pain is also often the gateway for change. ... More >>
Reducing the Bravery Shortage
What would happen if you had the courage to stop doing what’s comfortable right now and instead do more meaningful work. ... More >>
What’s your grad school story? My small group seminar
In the next two months, I am organizing a free, very small, group seminar/phone seminar for up and comers considering grad school, career moves and new projects.  Fill out this form if you are interested. Â
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Where are the real relationships?
In today’s internet-driven connection economy, there are two types of relationships we tend to make.   Real relationships and drive-by ones. ... More >>
What story are you telling?
That’s what really matters. Not the facts and logic that you keep giving to people all day. ... More >>
Revive the Dream: Join us in Chicago
An underserved education system results in increased poverty, higher prison rates, systemic inequality, and in the end an economy that is worse off. One organization I am working with to help tackle the issues in Chicago is Revive the Dream. ... More >>
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