We’re conditioned to see business through the lens of competition. We picture ourselves sprinting past our rivals, elbows flying, vying for that next customer or next opportunity. What if your prospective customer isn’t choosing between…
One of my favorite career stories ties back to my second job. I was brought in to bring a brick & mortar mall perspective to the cutting edge and dazzlingly new idea of an online…
Ah, the lightbulb. And I don’t mean the incandescent lightbulb, which you won’t find around too much anymore. Too inefficient. Too hot. Yet despite being obsolete, this glowing source of sudden sun remains the symbol…
It’s easy to give advice. I think I find it easy to take advice too. But for me to heed the words that I say to others? Not so easy. So this one is for…
Let’s show everyone how we’re celebrating the end of the week! Post an image (you or a passable proxy) that shows how you’re feeling on this fine Friday. Me? Just planning to enjoy the hot,…
Someone must have declared this “math week.” Yesterday I told you about my adventures in calculus and before that, about a recent student who overcame many obstacles, including her own self-doubt, fear of numbers, and…
I’ve taken calculus… the same course… three times. High school senior: I think I enjoyed it but couldn’t really grasp the material. Got a B. I’m done with math. College freshman: I’m not done with…
Not too long ago, an MBA graduate reached out to me with a huge compliment. She was a non-traditional student who wanted to study business but was convinced that she couldn’t handle the math involved…
It’s easy to give advice. I think I find it easy to take advice too. But for me to heed the words that I say to others? Not so easy. So this one is for…
Let’s show everyone how we’re celebrating the end of the week! Post an image (you or a passable proxy) that shows how you’re feeling on this fine Friday. Me? I’m posting a little bit late…