I just finished one of the best books I have ever read–Team of Rivals: the Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln by Doris Kearns Goodwin. I was turned on to Lincoln by a short business book called Lincoln on Leadership from which I learned a little of his management genius. So I decided to take the leap and tackle the 750 ppg. (not counting the works cited section) book. I have a new hero. (more…)
I have something special to share with all of you—it’s something that has made my life better, and I don’t think it’s right for me to keep it to myself. (more…)
There was an older couple who religiously attended the annual county fair. Each year, Ed would want to take a helicopter ride over the county, but each year Ethel refused to allow it, ending the conversation with, “fifty bucks is fifty bucks.” After twice seeing this conversation happen, the helicopter pilot approached the couple and offered a deal: “I’ll take you up in my bird, and if you can both stay completely quiet, I’ll let you ride for free. But, if you can’t stay quiet, you’ll have to pay the fifty bucks.” Ethel agreed, counting on her nerves of steel. (more…)