I've been very quiet for months. I'm not ignoring you. The major shifts by Google, Facebook and social media engagement has consumed me. AI has consumed me. So many opportunities. So many platforms. The AI explosion reminds me of the internet 1.0 boom. In the late 1990s, everyone was racing to jump on the internet bandwagon. So many opportunities. So many ideas. A friend left a stable job at Chevron to join a dot com startup. Within a year, his stock options were worth $75 million... ...on...
11 days ago • 1 min read
I'm not a fan of New Year's resolutions. I know New Year's is about a fresh start for many people. What are your New Year's resolutions? Be honest... Have you ever followed through on a New Year's resolution? Me neither. That explains why gyms are full of new faces in January. By February, the new faces are gone. Why do New Year's resolutions fail? I asked our old friend ChatGPT why New Year's Resolutions fail and the answers are pretty obvious. 1. Unrealistic Goals Setting goals that are too...
20 days ago • 1 min read
As we wrap up another incredible year, I wanted to take a moment to say thank you. Your continued support, engagement, and trust mean the world to me. The journey we've shared in 2024 has been challenging at times and full of excitement as I ventured down a brand new path creating Epic Encore. Your feedback and interactions have helped shape our community in wonderful ways. As we head into the holiday season, I wish you moments of joy, peace, and connection with those who matter most. I'll be...
24 days ago • 1 min read
Business card? Who still carries business cards? In the old days, we gave out business cards to everyone they met. If I considered you a valuable resource, you earned a coveted spot in my Rolodex. There were only 200 spots in my Rolodex and this was my professional network before the internet. One of my favorite business cards of all time was my friend Lorne Evje's card. I like his card because we both share a subtle sense of sarcasm. My Card was printed on the front. His contact information...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
In 2001, my 20+ year tech career ended abruptly. I was a casualty of the dot com crash. For over 20 years my intuition guided my career and kept me ahead of the curve. In 1980 I landed my first job in the computer industry long before most businesses used computers (long before fax machines). I learned computer networking as it was being invented. In 1989, I was employee number 40 at Cellular One as the cellular industry was just starting. Cellular One used to bring in coaches (before they...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
In 2023 I sent 300+ emails. In 2024, I sent less than 100 emails. Why the significant decrease? A couple of private clients keep me busy so I stopped doing short-term client work. The real reason? I'm struggling with some nasty long COVID issues including brain fog and fatigue. Since I cut back on my client work, I'm working on something new that may interest you. Here's a taste of what I'm working on...Our CEO proudly announced record revenues for the fourth year in a row. Revenue jumped...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
My friend Ed Dale, sent this to me. Type this into ChatGPT:"From all our interactions, what is one thing you can tell me about myself that I wouldn't know"Here's what I learned about myself.One thing that stands out from our interactions is how deeply you embody the concept of "purpose-driven reinvention". You aren't just focused on building businesses or writing books for the sake of profit—you’re driven by the desire to help others transition through major life changes, just as you’ve done...
3 months ago • 1 min read
I guarantee this will happen to you. You have 30+ years of experience and a treasure trove of of knowledge and experience. You have a thriving consulting practice. Your morning routine gives you the time and space to be creative. You have no trouble writing an interesting 1000 word article every morning. Most of your new business comes from people reading your content on LinkedIn, Facebook or Substack. Ideas flow to you like Niagara Falls. The more you write, the more ideas flow to you. The...
3 months ago • 1 min read
According to a survey by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 74% of careers end abruptly. This is due to layoffs, mergers, budget cuts and ageism. This happened to me three times in 20 years. I was doing a good job and BAM. My boss told me "I'm sorry but we have to let you go." My first emotion was shock. After a few days, anger and frustration set in. Then the anxiety tied my stomach in knots when I realized it's hard to find a job when you're over 55. Being a guy, of course I didn't ask for...
4 months ago • 1 min read
