Four thoughts and three questions to wrap 2022
You need to be both in the present and future to increase your resilience. This and some questions to help you reflect on the year that was.
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"I don't have time to be unhappy."
Our time is too valuable to waste it being unhappy. Get your mind focused on what's possible rather than going down the negative news rabbit hole. Here's a path.
Tom Peters Got Lucky
When Tom Peters co-wrote the famous "In Search of Excellence" that put him on the map in the 1980s, he had no idea it would be as successful as it was. Tom admits he got really lucky with his timing of the book.
Can a brand save the climate?
Branding just may be the tool we need to save the climate and create a thriving career.
Be findable by escaping the jaws of mediocrity
The markets and the world at large wants to pull you to the center. That safe, predictable place that appeals to the most people. It's the all things to all people sector. And it has a fierce grip on us.
This is also where you're the
Does the Internet have something in common with New York City?
Be findable. Be remarkable. How can you build an enduring brand like Katz's Delicatessen today?
A lesson on not giving up, team alignment is hard and a pitch for better planning
I'd like to kick off with a little inspiration. There's enough heaviness out there that a dose of positivity is needed to get you going.
With that, have a listen to this 1993 speech by former basketball coach Jimmy Valvano before he passed way too young.
Making Money and Building Your Brand: You are what you say and how you carry yourself as THEY see it.
Making money online is simple: you have to start. Yet most don't. This and building your brand in the 72nd issue of Own The Cow.
Slip, slidin' away...
During a volatile economy and runaway inflation, get back to your fundamentals down and be creative (yes, even you can be creative.)
Inviting uncertainty, and what about this recession I keep hearing about?
A recession looms. Are you ready to weather the coming storm and take advantage of the potential opportunity? Assess your recession fitness and set your course.