Your parents probably gave you loving advice on how to land a job and work your way up the ladder. Unfortunately, that advice is likely dead wrong. While their intentions were probably noble, the world has changed so dramatically in the last few years that the golden nuggets of the past have become the anchors … Read more
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One day, a wise Zen master went to visit a remote mountain temple accompanied by a monk. As the two approached the temple a pair of ferocious dogs began running toward them. The dogs were barking and angry, sending fear down the spines of both men. The monk, who was still in training, saw the … Read more
Don’t let the sugary name fool you. Recognized as the most fearless animal by the Guinness Book of World Records, the Honey Badger is a strange yet powerful creature. This determined animal may not be a household name, but even the King Cobra fears and respects this beast. Check out this hilarious and informational video … Read more
This last week, TechCrunch reported that a startup named “Color,” which had raised $41 million in venture capital, was in big, big trouble. So what does the valiant CEO do? Take 3-4 months off for a sabbatical, naturally. Having fought through countless battles building four startups and now backing entrepreneurs as a profession, this absolutely infuriated me. A glaring … Read more
At breakfast with my 13-year-old daughter Chloe and her friend, a baffling question was posed. Chloe’s friend asked, “Can I get the vegetarian omelet…but with ham?” “Absolutely! Why not?” I grinned. And then it hit me. She’s at an age when her imagination still hasn’t been beaten out of her; where she can still balk traditional thinking and embrace … Read more
Last week I had the profound honor of speaking to the 414th battalion of the United States Army. I looked into the eyes of these brave men and women who put themselves in harm’s way to protect our country. Their sacrifice enables us to start companies, create art, and build communities. In the room where I … Read more
At a recent visit to a NYC jazz club, I witnessed a near disaster averted only by another’s selfless act. The vocalist (the leader in this instance), instructed the musicians to begin a classic jazz standard in a specific key. Once she began to sing, however, the highly trained musicians cringed with fearful anticipation. The … Read more
In the business world there is an often-muttered fear of “cannibalization.” This silly phrase is used when one person at a company comes up with a new idea or figures out how to better serve a customer. Immediately, the fear-mongering bureaucrats object, stating that this new solution might “cannibalize” their business. Good! We should hope … Read more
I experienced the joy of a doctor’s waiting room this past week. After waiting 29 minutes, I asked the staff behind the glass what was up. With striking disdain and apathy, a grim woman told me, “The doctor is running behind.” No kidding. At 43 minutes into the adventure, I asked again. With ice in … Read more
“I have an incredible, game-changing, transformational vision for the future,” the eager entrepreneur tells me as part of her pitch. Naturally, my next question is, “Specifically how do you plan to execute?” As I dive three or four questions deeper – asking about cost per acquisition assumptions, which team members should be added and when, … Read more