The news: Barbie, the iconic toy of generations has been redesigned with head-turning makeovers of color and body shape. Ok, let me start off with a white flag and state that I deeply respect women. I am not a misogynist, male chauvinist, or any other adjective that might be thrown at me. I understand the … Continue reading
Category Archives: Cultures
As the Dust Settles…
“Never discuss politics and religion”…a cardinal rule. Well, some rules are made to be broken! I never liked “Monday Morning Armchair Quarterbacks”. These are people who give all the advice in the world, after the big game, and someone who has never played. I found myself in this position after watching the very close vote … Continue reading
Pattaya, Thailand and Lessons of Capitalism
Yes, I am actually going to attempt a (constructive) blog on capitalism and business strategy, and how it relates to your business and sales practices at home–direct from “Sin City” Asia style. For those of you who have never heard or been to Pattaya, it’s a story straight from the movies. 100KM from Bangkok, it … Continue reading
Inside the fishbowl
39% of Americans hold a U.S. Passport. I really shouldn’t have to go further than this one fact. With the recent tensions regarding Syria, and as an American living and working abroad, I felt compelled to weigh in. In my opinion, nobody has the “right” answer. The history and background of the Middle East is … Continue reading
Casual Observations on a Complex Issue
I went on holiday for two weeks in Greece recently and was astounded by the questions of my clients and friends about my stay: “Are the people ok?” “What’s the attitude on the Austerity measures?” “Are people in the streets begging?” “Is Greece falling into the Ocean?” After two weeks, talking to a lot of … Continue reading