A Thought for the Day

Travel makes one modest. You see what a tiny place you occupy in the world. — Gustave Flaubert … [Read more...]

Here I Go Again

The travel season is back in full swing, and my global adventures continue. Next stop? South Africa. I am excited to explore this beautiful country, go on a safari, visit local businesses, study the wineries — wink, wink — and take in the local … [Read more...]

Courtship, Not Combat

Getting ready for my new class on branding, I read something very meaningful in Judi’s notes: “Marketing is about courtship. Not combat.” Right on the money. Now if only our companies understood this simple truth — can’t fight your way into … [Read more...]

What’s Your Net Worth?

We define net worth in terms of financial assets and liabilities; GDP (Gross Domestic Product) in terms of the market value of goods and services. We talk about profits and costs, reducing life to a series of financial transactions. Yes, these are … [Read more...]