Monthly Archives: April 2010

Two Shorts

Deep down inside The world has never changed The trees stand still The sun still shines Still life lives and man asks why. ——- The morning dew, the evening light and all that happens in between shutters fancy features fly … Continue reading →

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April 16, 2010 | Posted in Poems

Business Lessons from David Heinemeier Hansson

David Heinemeier Hansson is the creator of Ruby on Rails (a programming framework) and a partner in 37signals (creators of Basecamp and other popular web applications).  In 2008 he gave a talk which was sent to me recently.  There were … Continue reading →

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April 15, 2010 | Posted in Human-Centric Business

Observations on Walking

In a fast paced world, there are still a few ways to enjoy simplicity.  Walking is one of those ways.  I find it so enjoyable that I have built it into my day as: transportation (I walk to work), utility … Continue reading →

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April 14, 2010 | Posted in Connection to Nature, Ecologically Sustainable Civilization, Self-Aware, Mindful, and Balanced Living, Simple Living Ideas

The Business of You

The word “business” carries a definite meaning for many people.  By definition it means “the occupation, work, or trade in which a person is engaged.”  I hear people say: “I could never run my own business” or “I don’t like … Continue reading →

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April 13, 2010 | Posted in Money and Value, Self-Aware, Mindful, and Balanced Living

It's a Matter of Degrees

You are on a path.  Whether you feel successful or frustrated and stuck – you are exactly where you are, on your path. If you are successful, you are thinking of where you want to go next.  If you are … Continue reading →

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April 12, 2010 | Posted in Uncategorized

Are You Part of World 2.0?

I’ve had the term “World 2.0″ on my mind for a few days.  Yesterday, I googled it .  There were a few articles using the phrase but it doesn’t seem like there was a widely accepted definition for the term. … Continue reading →

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April 11, 2010 | Posted in Uncategorized

How GoBots Point to the Future

Remember GoBots from the mid 80s?  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gobots Each individual robot was a force fighting for good.  But to tackle a significant threat they would join together to become something greater and more powerful than their individual parts. This is the … Continue reading →

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April 9, 2010 | Posted in Uncategorized

Strange Creatures and Fearless Questioning

In my dream last night, I was standing by the Pacific Ocean in Northern California. Smooth rocks greeted the ocean, while the waves patiently tapped the earth. To my right, in the water I saw the white face of what … Continue reading →

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April 8, 2010 | Posted in Powerful Communication, Questions, Self-Aware, Mindful, and Balanced Living

Statistics, Critics, and Doing it for You

In context of your projects, your life, your business: Statistics and data offer an analytical view of your actions.  This is the black and white view.  Analysis is important since it provides a factual (not emotional) view of your efforts. … Continue reading →

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April 7, 2010 | Posted in Self-Aware, Mindful, and Balanced Living

Hey… You on the Phone Blanket!

It’s very easy to instinctively reach for your phone in an uncomfortable moment.  Most phones are equipped with multiple ways to grab and retain your attention.  In social situations like being at a party, bar, or concert, when you are … Continue reading →

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April 6, 2010 | Posted in Self-Aware, Mindful, and Balanced Living, Simple Living Ideas