I’ve noticed that life has slowed down. I’ve become much better at identifying, processing and applying information gathered from real-life experiences. This is one skill that makes me a better person. It gives me the wisdom and understanding I need to be my best self daily. 2016 was no different. It was likely the most insightful year to date. I learned so much about… Read More
It’s 2017 and I’m excited. While I don’t believe in resolutions, I do like to set my intentions for the year. I like to reflect on what I’ve learned and let evaluated experience inform how I’m going to move forward. 2016 was the year of execution. I focused all my time, energy and resources on getting key things done. I’ve… Read More
One of my goals this year was to visit Africa, and in the process, help bring about positive social change. In July, I accomplished that, but not without some massive life lessons and paradigm shifts. I spent a week in Johannesburg mentoring and facilitating workshops for young adults. Life altering experience. Towards the end of week,… Read More
In 1980, Microsoft partnered with IBM to bundle Microsoft’s operating system, “DOS”, with IBM computers. Not only was Microsoft paid a royalty for every sale, but they also continued to sell their own version simultaneously. When the IBM PC debuted, Microsoft was the only company that offered an operating system, programming language, and application software for… Read More
Everyone keep saying you’re smart, talented and successful – so why don’t you feel like it? I remember the first time I heard the term, “imposter syndrome.” Without looking into it, I knew there was something about it was innately familiar. Like when you know you’ve met someone before but you can’t place a name… Read More
I absolutely love playing chess. It’s my first love. The only hobby I enjoy more at this point in my life is reading. My dad taught me how to play chess when I was around 2 years old. Not sure I knew what I was doing at that age but he was getting me familiar… Read More
Companies around the globe spend billions of dollars annually to get in front of their clients and consumers. Yet and still, I find that some folks, even brilliant professionals, mix up marketing and branding. While the two are related, they serve two different functions. Branding vs. Marketing The simplest way to explain the difference between… Read More
It’s New Year’s Day, so like most people (or at least I’d like to think so) I’m spending a good amount of time self-assessing. I’m looking back at 2015 and all the wins, large or small, and also taking inventory of all the lesson learned and adjustments that need to be made in 2016. While… Read More
