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The biggest challenge with new consulting engagements
Sometimes the business problem is not the biggest challenge.
We Love Outlaws
We are fascinated by those who pursue their own version of the truth because we do too, yet so often fail.
Hypnotism and Sleight of Hand.
There's leverage in hypnotism and sleight of hand.
The Real Secret
The real secret is to keep practicing, writing, and helping friends be successful.
My Clients, My Friends, My Dates.
Starting out with a new client is a lot like modern dating. There are the Instagram posts (usually the first few boardroom meetings with PowerPoint decks) that make you look hip, smart, and on the cutting edge. Then there’s the boozy dinner, and if that works, someone will do a google research to see if […]
Failure, Luck, and Hard Work
When I see successful people, I see failure, hard work, and lots of luck. Especially the sensitivity to know when to exploit the luck.
Record, Create, Help
All of us are creative, responding to new situations, spitting out new ideas every day.
Old Rules, New Behaviors
Sometimes old rules help promote new behaviors.
Punch Drunk
I used to really be into magic when I was a kid. At one of my birthday parties, I put on a rented tux, assembled a bunch of tricks on a card table, pulled a stuffed rabbit out of my felt top hat, pretended to cut off my finger, and other fun things. I wasn’t […]
Catch Someone
Catching someone doing something well that they enjoy doing—often without even getting paid to do it—is the kismet of a good manager.
