Since the first chariot was endorsed by the first Gladiator, famous figures have been sought out for endorsements. This has not changed. What has changed is the realization by these inspirational figures, of the good they can give back to society by lending their name to causes that inspire them. I’m not talking about save … Continue reading
Category Archives: Leadership
Dreams Have No Shelf-Life
Five attempts over a 35 year span finally resulted in a successful crossing from Cuba to Key West, Florida last week. At 64 years old, and a grandmother, Diana Nyad completed a 53 hour open-water swim, after starting her journey from Havana last Saturday. Her message was simple: “We should never, ever, give up. You’re … Continue reading
It’s the “Golden Arches” not the “Golden Bassinet”
When I was going to college and came home for the first summer, I worked at my father’s wholesale jewelry warehouse. There were a lot of heavy boxes to move around of costume jewelry and orders to fill from 100’s of rows. It was really simple stuff and also. . . being the boss’s son and … Continue reading
Elon Musk: My Hero and the “Real Tony Stark”
Okay “Naysayers” (my favorite target). Get ready for the “final nail in the coffin.” Why teach yourself computer programming at the age of 12 (and sell your first program game), sell your next venture Zip2, at 21 for $307M, deciding there had to be a better way to pay on-line, start PayPal (which sold for … Continue reading
You don’t have to be Superman
I’ve written previously about the next big thing, and how to know when you’re on the cusp of financial greatness. Interestingly enough, certain signs often pop up around me that remind me of some missed “life changing” opportunities in my own life. The fact of the matter is, you don’t have to be Superman to … Continue reading