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Duke University’s coach Mike Krzyzewski has won more games than any other men's college basketball coach in history.  He's the ...

Aim Up, Compare Down

A good friend of mine said something to me at dinner this week that really hit me: "Aim Up, Compare ...

The Front Page Test

In an era of intense pressure to succeed, we're often faced with the dilemma to do well OR do good. ...

My 11 Principles

Recently I had the privilege of delivering my third commencement speech. I love graduation ceremonies and what they symbolize: achievement, ...

About to be Nested?

There are few products less sexy that a thermostat. It is a boring, utilitarian commodity, right? The world agreed for ...

The Dark Side is Yummy

When Darth Vader tried to persuade young Skywalker to join the dark side, it wasn't a very compelling proposition. Who ...

Child’s Play

I recently spent some time laughing hysterically while playing board games with my kids. There's nothing better than watching a ...

Defying Gravity

When the space shuttle takes off, it burns two-thirds of its fuel in the first 20 minutes. The remaining supply ...

Can’t or Won’t?

Some things just "can't" be done, right? Up until 1954, the top scientists and athletes agreed that running a mile ...

On Space Aliens and Perspective

Imagine you are heads-down, dealing with a major project, deadline, or problem. You are slogging through the muck but you ...