One topic which consumes a good deal of my attention is that of finding ways to encourage original creative thought in every area of my function. As a father, writer, sportsman and entrepreneur I am challenged daily to rise above the status quo, not out of rebellion, but from a concern to live a life …
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Victim or Victor: You Decide
I was recently introduced to "GiANT Impact," an executive training company that "influences influencers to impact the world." (www.giantimpact.com) They offer events, training and resources based on the writings of best-selling author John C. Maxwell. Please find below an article in their June 2010 Issue 1 newsletter piqued my interest. Enjoy! Be the One: Serve In life, it's not …
Never Stop the Line: How One Bolt Changed My Attitude
The story of the New United Motor Manufacturing, Inc. (NUMMI) plant, a joint venture between General Motors and Toyota Motor Company that began in 1984 and ended this past March, offers powerful lessons for American corporate and political leaders. As part of the joint venture, Toyota showed GM the secrets of its production system, one …
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Chew on this!
Like so many things in life, proverbs, considered one at a time, are appealing and have a generally accepted meaning. Consider them in the context of other proverbs, though, and you'll find many contradictions that may cause you to think a little harder about the sayings. What do they really mean? Are you drawing the right …
Placebos, Perception and Subtlety
I heard an interesting segment on NPR the other day entitled "The Mysterious Healing Power of Placebos." (http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=126802142). Jennifer Ludden interviews two guests: the first a neurosurgeon from Washington D.C. and the second, a doctor and the Director of Psychiatric Research at Brigham and Women's Hospital, who both note the power of the placebo effect. …
Natalie Merchant sings life into old poems
Natalie Merchant's singing career spans nearly three decades. Whether you remember her from the 10,000 Maniacs or from her solo work, you will likely enjoy Merchant's new album, Leave Your Sleep, a fascinating and diverse collection of poems set to music in true Merchant's unique creative style. The album is an examination of life, centering on the themes of motherhood …
Gregory Hake 