Tag Archives: strategies
What’s the first thing you do?
If the first thing you did each day — the first act of work — was a symbol, a microcosm, a clue, a hint about how you spend your days … what would it tell you? Here are some options. … Continue reading
Three places to find the people you’re looking for
There are two fundamental truths about Great Work that I find hardest to swallow. You have to say No to be able to say Yes You can’t do it alone. You need support. Unfortunately… I’m a man specializing in trying … Continue reading
What are you building?
TED — it stands for Technology Entertainment Design — is a constant source of inspiration for me. I try and watch one of the short movies every day, and this one is a perfect example. In less than five minutes, … Continue reading
Underwork it for the breakthrough
Browsing in a magazine store the other day, I picked up one of those generic men’s magazines. You know the type: a guy with unnaturally white teeth and a six pack on the cover — together with promises of gadgets, … Continue reading
Do one thing really really well
Steam Whistle is a local Toronto brewer and they make a particularly fine pilsner – particularly good for summer days on the patio enjoying the heat and rhythm of summer. Their current tagline is provocative: “Do one thing really really … Continue reading
