I'm excited to announce that I’ll be leading a technical communications session at CMMA’s Fall Conference next month in Park City, UT, kicking off the Monday programming. Last year, I participated in a panel on YouTube in the enterprise at the Scottsdale, AZ conference. I think my strong opinions helped keep the discussion lively, and I'm aiming to spark another great conversation this time around. To lighten the mood, I plan to show a humorous...
Words of wisdom on liberty, freedom, and peace from three iconic American leaders The enduring wisdom of America's most influential voices Throughout American history, our leaders have articulated principles and insights that transcend their own time, speaking to universal values that remain relevant today. Their words continue to inspire, challenge, and guide us as we navigate our own complex world and its challenges. Benjamin Franklin on Liberty and Safety Abraham Lincoln on America's Resilience Ronald...
Measuring life not in years, but in moments that matter Don't let life pass you by, try and savor the special moments in life. I am 11,588 days old, and you may have had more or less days on Earth than myself. When you look back at your life thus far, how many special moments come to mind? If you are struggling to think of something, you may want to alter how you are living...
Went to the Danville, CA parade this morning and Tyler seemed to love it. I hadn't been to a 4th of July parade in years so it was really fun to get in the mood for the fireworks in San Ramon. It was a little warm for a few minutes but after 30 minutes the sun was blocked by a tree so it was perfect parade watching weather this morning. We stayed all three hours...
Understanding Global Demographics in Perspective If we could reduce the world's population to a village of precisely 100 people, with all existing human ratios remaining the same, the demographics would look something like this: Asians Africans Europeans Latin Americans USA/Canada South Pacific Male Female Non-white White Non-Christian Christian Living Conditions Would live in substandard housing Would be unable to read Would be malnourished Would lack access to safe water Would lack access to improved sanitation...
Why having more options often leads to less happiness and what we can do about it Barry Schwartz's groundbreaking research reveals how too many choices can lead to decision paralysis In our modern world, freedom of choice is considered one of our most fundamental values. We celebrate the ability to choose from an ever-expanding array of options in every aspect of life – from consumer products to career paths, from healthcare plans to retirement investments,...