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Don’t Be Afraid of Progress (continued)

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August 16, 2013

Unfortunately, progress has gotten a bad name. The word has been hijacked and many use it to mean a political agenda that encourages leaving moral absolutes and classical values behind.…

Don’t Be Afraid of Progress

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August 14, 2013

Who would have thought that the homeschool dad was the “progressive”? Last week, Teresa and I received a letter from the junior high school that our daughter is about to…

It’s not about the WaPo (or Bezos)

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August 12, 2013

The news of Jeff Bezos’ acquisition of the Washington Post for $250M has created a flurry of prognostication about the impact Bezos will have on the DC newspaper. The more…

The great ones don’t expect it

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August 12, 2013

There are three types of employees: those who think they are great those who are great those for whom greatness is not part of the discussion. The first two are…

Delight in the success of others

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July 29, 2013

Many of us are driven to succeed. Some of us love the thrill of victory. Others want to change the world. Still more long to do the most with the…

The divisiveness has to stop

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July 26, 2013

America has reached a level of divisiveness that is simply unhealthy. Politicians, the media, and everyday citizens of both political affiliations are to blame. We have forgotten what it means…

Lessons from a First-Time CEO: Experience Matters

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July 25, 2013

Experience matters. It is difficult enough for a first-time CEO to learn how to lead and manage all facets of a business as it grows. To do so without the…

Becoming an Employer of Choice

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July 24, 2013

The best team wins. Period. The most talented individuals don’t always win. The best strategy doesn’t always win. The most innovative product won’t always win. But in my experience, the…

The World’s Still Waiting on Technology to Disrupt

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July 23, 2013

Software products have taken over the business world. I’ve mentioned before that your software is now your brand. Despite the dramatic shift that has already taken place, digital productization is…

Defense Wins Championships but Slows Growth

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July 5, 2013

Defense wins championships. Why? Because it stifles growth. If your opponent doesn’t score, there is no way for them to beat you. A good defense usually slows the tempo of…