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Iteration is a Lifestyle

Posted on January 16, 2012 by admin

Just saw Eric Ries at Product Tank Meetup talk about ‘The Lean Startup’ – his new book with Miss Yoomoot.com Barbara Nowacka. A couple of interesting points that resonated with me – either way you look at these idea’s are … Continue reading →

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Believe in the drift

Posted on January 6, 2012 by admin

It’s all about going with the gut. If I sit here now and tell you why I am living in London with a Norwegian after first leaving the US for Australia 7 1/2 years ago then I have a crystal … Continue reading →

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Trend-oids

Posted on January 2, 2012 by admin

Out to get us for 2012..more on the product side vs. the people side. 1. Snap and pay. Mobile banking – first seen in Kenya. Snap and pay will bring mobile banking to the Western world. An app like Danske … Continue reading →

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2012 Vow: Live in the ‘Wow’

Posted on January 2, 2012 by admin

“Happiness is really just about four things: perceived control, perceived progress, connectedness (number and depth of your relationships), and vision/meaning (being part of something bigger than yourself).” ― Tony Hsieh, Delivering Happiness: A Path to Profits, Passion, and Purpose This year I just … Continue reading →

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Lisa Frost.

Posted on September 11, 2011 by admin

The 10th anniversary of September 11th sort of hits home because on this day the BU SHA community lost an amazing gal who touched us all: Lisa Frost. Her personality was infectious and her dedication to the University was commendable. … Continue reading →

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The “Me-Too” Attitude

Posted on August 7, 2011 by admin

Listened to Johnny Wimbrey yesterday with my friend Jamie Dolan. He is quite an accomplished international speaker/life coach. It’s been a bit over a year since I went to see Tony Robbins in Rome and Johnny’s presentation struck accord with me … Continue reading →

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Intro to Paris: For newbie’s

Posted on May 24, 2011 by admin

For newbie’s wanting a mix of neighbourhoods and attractions Transport: Metro, walking, metro, and possibly taxi A recommended itinerary from my trip to Paris last mid-May. Notre Dame Cathedral Eiffel Tower River Cruise on the Seine starting from Eiffel Tower … Continue reading →

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An idea…

Posted on May 17, 2011 by admin

So I like putting itineraries together for people. A bit quirky. A bit of a sample ‘tour.’ Something trendy. It’s my slice of heaven…putting a smile on people’s face through creating experiences. Wow..sounds like a hotel commercial, but with no … Continue reading →

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Random acts of Thank You…like ya mean it!

Posted on February 13, 2011 by admin

These days it feels like the word ‘Thank You’ is abused. Have you ever asked yourself how many times you say it…a day? When saying it – I mean – verbal or written. Now think of when you actually meant … Continue reading →

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Time to put up and shut up. Bring it, 2011

Posted on December 25, 2010 by admin

Thanks to Helen Walters for saying it right in a recent 2010 re-cap post: “And that’s why 2010 gets to be thanked. It marked an important moment of no return. No more floundering. No more waiting for someone else to … Continue reading →

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