by dustin | Oct 20, 2006 | Uncategorized
We are insanely driven to keep stuff from slipping through the cracks. Can you say “Six Sigma?” TiVO? Voicemail? How often do you check your junk mail folder for important messages? (it’s a weekly ritual for me) Here’s the question: Is life...
by dustin | Oct 13, 2006 | Human Resources
I had a conversation with someone who was venting about her boss’ rude behavior. He berated her for being late (even 5 minutes), overworked her during the day, and failed to ever show appreciation. This person is a hard worker, so I trust she’s not...
by dustin | Oct 13, 2006 | Product Management, Society
People are rarely, if ever, satisfied. We’re not satisfied with fast food customer service, politicians, football officials, nor the price of gas. Most of all, we’re not satisfied with ourselves. Not with our weight, our salaries, our homes and cars....
by dustin | Oct 6, 2006 | Creativity, Ideas
As the pace of life picks up, it is hard for us to find space in our days. It seems as though time gets gobbled up by tasks and to-dos. Many of us find personal time for ourselves. We’ll watch our favorite TV show or simply listen to talk radio on our commute...
by dustin | Sep 23, 2006 | Branding, Personal Brand, Professional Development, Purpose, Seth Godin
Earlier this week I mentioned this was possibly Seth’s most important post. Why do I say that? Because as a society, we allow others to define success. So we end up striving hard and sacrificing much in order to acheive someone else’s definition of...