3 Things I Learned from Mr. Fluff

Three things I learned from Mr. Fluff
As the owner of an 80 pound super lab, I enjoyed this short article by Aaron Hamburger, “How My Dog Makes Me a Better Traveler” via Matador Network. Hamburger highlights how “Mr. Fluff,” his 5-year-old Pomeranian, has blessed him with a different perspective on travel and life. My favorite takeaways:

3 Things I Learned from the Timely Life of Aaron Dennison

Aaron Lufkin Dennison, watchmaker pioneer and 19th century business innovator, was recently highlighted on Steven Johnson’s super cool show, “How We Got To Now.” Dennison’s ability to take two different elements and combine them with a slight twist is an excellent example for all who seek to innovate and practice design thinking.

3 Things I Learned from the Short Life of Miro Rys

I confess I had never heard of soccer sensation Miro Rys until this article in the Wall Street Journal. However, I was struck by his story of talent, success and maturity. Tragically, he never saw his 21st birthday, but three things stood out to me about his brief life.

Is Your Definition of Entrepreneurship the Same as Gallup’s?

Is Your Definition of Entrepreneurship the Same as Gallup's?
According to “Entrepreneurial StrengthsFinder,” Gallup defines entrepreneurship as “the art of turning an idea into a customer.” I think Bezos, Ford and Drucker would probably agree. With technology changing how we work and live more rapidly than ever before, our need to harness entrepreneurial talent is urgent. Jim Clifton, Gallup Chairman, concisely presents the high stakes of getting our country’s entrepreneurial act ... Read More

College Football Season is Finally Here. What’s Your Home Field Advantage?

Saturday + Fall = College Football Bring on the tailgating, rivalries and College GameDay. The bands, fight songs, and pre-game rituals. The undergrads and alumni, the old timers and the new generation. It’s football season. Fans can’t wait to cheer on their team at their home stadium. Every big play is magnified by the thunderous applause and support of the ... Read More

What do the double front somersault, Switch 720 and freestyle backflip have in common?

If you’re like me, any of these stunts would earn you a one-way ticket to six months in a full body cast, compliments of “questionable extreme sports decisions”. Instead, you watch in amazement as skilled platform divers, skiers and motocross champs perform incredible athletic feats of balance and precision. As Steven Kotler investigates in his book, “The Rise of the ... Read More