(This painting by Andrew Hem inspired this post. Thanks to the Drawn blog for the discovery.) Is peace in the world good for your business? Does what you do create what you want to see more of in the world? If you create military equipment, you … Read More
The Art of Quick
I often find that when a great new idea pops into my head, I get super excited about it right away and then the excitement tends to decrease over time. It's as if the air keeps getting let out of my idea the longer I wait to act on it and/or … Read More
Follow Your Gut
Good ideas come from figuring it out. Remarkable ideas come from the gut - the inner knowing that the idea is not only right for you, but somehow mysteriously aligns with the Universe, our world and the people in it. I find that it's important for … Read More
The Seth Godin Advice Column
Seth Godin inadvertently gives all coaches, consultants and other professionals great advice on giving advice. Below is my version of Seth's ideas: Timing is everything Don't point out spelling mistakes in the first draft of a book. Don't tell … Read More
Stop Marketing
The Old School Marketing Questions When do I get to stop marketing? Do I get to stop marketing when my company can't keep up with the demand? Do I stop marketing when I already have a waiting list for my services? The New School Marketing … Read More