What do you really want? You probably have a few things in mind. We all want things. But what is the underlying reason for wanting those things? Most people spend their entire lives accumulating stuff, which George Carlin describes best in his classic bit (warning if you’re at work or easily offended, it is Carlin… Continue reading The Real Meaning of Things
Goodbye Top Commentators, Hello Top Contributors
When I installed the Top Commentators plugin, it was for one purpose — to say thanks, with a linkback, to those who contributed to the conversation. It was an automated way to give some link love to folks taking the time to offer their input, insight, and feedback. Unfortunately like any automated system, the opportunity… Continue reading Goodbye Top Commentators, Hello Top Contributors
Teaching Someone to Fish Ain’t Easy but It’s Worth the Effort
Do you find that it’s easier just to do something yourself rather than teaching someone else how to do it? The old proverb about teaching someone to fish may be true, but it’s pretty damn hard. Sure some people are born teachers, and teaching comes naturally to them. That’s also the case with people who… Continue reading Teaching Someone to Fish Ain’t Easy but It’s Worth the Effort
The Power of Ignorance
Sometimes it’s good not to know stuff. To be unaware of how “things are done.” Take the coach who decided to get into podcasting. He thought it would be a great income stream, so he learned how to do it, and put together a podcast. Then he charged 30 bucks a month to subscribe.
Back in the Nest
“Why buy good luggage? You only use it when you travel.” ~ Yogi Berra For those who have been wondering about the lack of posts this week, I had some unexpected traveling to do. I was called out of town to attend to some family matters, and have been unable to post. But I’m back,… Continue reading Back in the Nest