"Everyone has a plan – until they get punched in the face." — Mike Tyson 2014 in Review Mike Tyson once said, "everyone has a plan — until they get punched in the face." I spent a considerable amount of time in 2014 dusting myself off from the barrage of punches life threw at me in 2013. What I learned in 2014 is a big reason I haven't been able to accomplish a majority of...
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Hitchcock’s Definition of Happiness
The Master of Suspense reveals his surprisingly tender philosophy on finding joy in clarity and creativity In this rare interview clip, Alfred Hitchcock articulates his personal definition of happiness with unexpected vulnerability and wisdom Alfred Hitchcock—a name synonymous with suspense, psychological thrillers, and cinema's darkest corners. As the mastermind behind classics like "Psycho," "Vertigo," and "The Birds," he's known for manipulating audiences' deepest fears. Yet in this remarkable interview clip, we see a different side...
Qwiki In The Enterprise
LinkedIn Discussion The Future of Interactive Content in Corporate Communication I commented on a LinkedIn discussion board comment/question today and wanted to share it. A: The Future of Interactive Technology The other interesting thing I like about Qwiki is they are using it as a platform. I was fascinated by what they are looking at as a future alarm clock (see video link below). I'd imagine it won't be too many more years before our...
Notes From BJ Fogg’s Presentation
How Stanford professor BJ Fogg's revolutionary behavior model can transform your habits through the strategic use of triggers, motivation, and ability Dr. BJ Fogg, founder of the Behavior Design Lab at Stanford University, has revolutionized our understanding of behavior change Last week I attended a Communications Media Managers Association (CMMA) event in Plano, Texas, where I had the opportunity to hear Stanford University professor BJ Fogg speak about "Hot Triggers & Rituals: The New World...
Tim Ferriss: Stoicism as a Productivity System
Why defining your fears might be more important than defining your goals—a Stoic approach to overcoming paralysis and taking action Fear-setting helps us confront and overcome the psychological barriers that prevent meaningful action In his thought-provoking TED Talk, Tim Ferriss asks a question that challenges conventional wisdom about success and achievement: Could defining your fears be more important than defining your goals? As someone who's recently begun reading his book The 4-Hour Workweek, I find...
Jeremy and the Baby Bird
My son and I have been having lots of fun with the baby birds that decided to call our front patio home. We come home, and he first looks for our dog in the window and next the bird's nest above the front door. I blogged last week about the birds who were growing fast and making a big mess of the front patio in the process. A few days ago I noticed two of...