Why Should I Believe You?
My wife, Jane, is an awesome golfer! But, that wasn’t always the case. About 15 years ago she said, “I’m tired of people saying I have a nice swing. I want to get good scores! All I want for my birthday is money for golf lessons.” Being the dutiful husband that I am, I gave […]
Remember Who You Are…Talking To Or About
If you watched The Lion King you may recall the scene where Mufasa tells Simba, “Remember who you are.” Today we need to be reminded, “Remember who you are…talking to or about.” American gymnast Simone Biles, one of the best-known athletes on the planet, made the decision to withdraw from the Olympics, the biggest stage […]
Misinformation, Censorship, and Big Tech
Discussions about misinformation, censorship, and big tech social media platforms have been prominent in the news lately. The convergence of the six-month anniversary of the January 6th Capitol insurrection, ongoing debates about the origins of Covid-19 in the Senate, and the Biden administration’s failure to reach the stated goal for national vaccination all play into […]
Even Superheroes Need the Power of Persuasion
When I thought about this week’s blog post I felt I’d run dry. I’ve been writing weekly for more than a dozen years. That’s a long time and it’s not always easy to come up with fresh ideas to write about. No matter how much I pondered topics over the weekend, nothing jumped out. Then, […]
What’s Your Superpower to Change the World?
I’ve been a guest on more than 100 podcast episodes over the last few years. I enjoy podcasts for several reasons. First, they are a great opportunity to reach new audiences around the world. Second, the conversations give me a chance to work on my speaking skills and messaging. Last but not least, I’ve met […]
