Day 166 – Teaching Them to Reset
A Memorable Experience at the NCAA Women’s Tournament Yesterday, my daughter and I attended the NCAA First Round in Regional 2 of the Women’s tournament held at Pauley Pavilion @ UCLA. There were two games. The first was between the Creighton Blue Jays and the UNLV Lady Rebels. The second was between the UCLA Bruins […]
Day 165 – The Best Value is 4th Best
The Best Value is 4th Best In the quest for excellence, it’s common to aim for the pinnacle of quality or rank, but my experiences have led me to a somewhat unconventional conclusion: when it comes to getting the best value, the 4th best option often strikes the perfect balance. This notion may initially seem […]
Day 162 – Success Flows Like Water
When I was a child, I spent much of my time inventing small games to play in the fields surrounding my family home. This was before the advent of console video games. In later years, I would find myself playing Asteroids, Pitfall, Maze-a-Tron, and, of course, Pong. However, during these early days, I was left […]
Day 161 – Above All, Be Different
Discovery in the Wild I crested a tough climb. The air was thin, and the change in altitude hit me hard. After trudging through a mile or so of switchbacks, I was winded. My pack was uncomfortable, and my water bladder, which I had been pulling from, was now bleeding dry. I rounded a few […]
Day 159 – Open Your Mouth
A Chance Meeting with Wisdom In my early twenties, during my initial foray into the business world, I had the fortune to meet a retired banking executive. This individual wasn’t just successful in his career; he emanated an infectious energy and enthusiasm for life, coupled with a profound understanding of the power of positivity. He […]