Do Not Seek Praise Seek Criticism

Do Not Seek Praise Seek Criticism

by | May 5, 2024 | Thoughts & Musings

It is quite easy to get approval if we ask enough people, or if we only ask those who are likely to tell us what we want to hear. The likelihood is that they will say nice things rather than be too critical. Also, we tend to edit out the bad so we hear only what we...
A fascinating true story

A fascinating true story

by | May 1, 2024 | Thoughts & Musings

When studying statistics at UC Berkeley in 1947, doctoral candidate George Dantzig arrived late for class one day. He saw two problems on the blackboard, which he assumed were homework, and copied them down. Feeling they were harder than usual, it took him a few days...
Turn it On Curiosity and Drive

Turn it On Curiosity and Drive

by | Apr 27, 2024 | Thoughts & Musings

People can help you in many ways throughout life, but there are two things nobody can give you: curiosity and drive. They must be self-supplied. If you are not interested and curious, all the information in the world can be at your fingertips, but it will be...
What’s Your Time?

What’s Your Time?

by | Apr 20, 2024 | Thoughts & Musings

“Lombardi Time” is more than just a punctual approach; it’s a philosophy, a mindset, and a legacy that transcends mere minutes on a clock. Coined in the homage to the legendary football coach, Vince Lombardi, it encapsulates a commitment to excellence, discipline ,...
What will your day be like?

What will your day be like?

by | Apr 13, 2024 | Thoughts & Musings

Today I can complain because the weather is rainy, or I can be thankful that the grass is getting watered for free. Today I can feel sad that I don’t have more money, or I can be glad that my finances encourage me to plan my purchases wisely and guide me away from...