This Is Not A Job

This Is Not A Job

I’m sorry to be the bearer of bad news. But being a social media influencer is not a job. Even though a recent U.S. survey found 54% of 13- to 38-year-olds want to become social media influencers; even though you can buy a bunch of books about it; and even...
Lost With No Clear Way

Lost With No Clear Way

In the middle of the journey of our life, I found myself in a dark wood with no clear way out. So begins Dante’s Inferno. Lost in the woods. No clear way out. That was certainly true for me. And it’s true for many of the really powerful professionals with whom I...
When You Come To The End Of The Road

When You Come To The End Of The Road

I came to the end of the road, and stopped. Because it was the end of the road. I could go no further. The North Atlantic ocean sprawled in from of me. Waves crashing. The sea spray an ominous green, carried on a bitter winter wind. The retreat center on the spit....
Be This Owl

Be This Owl

He’s captured their hearts; grabbed their attentions; and piqued their imaginations. Millions are following him. Why? Because Flaco broke free. Flaco. The Owl. Who lived in the Central Park Zoo. Until, a vandal cut a hole in the wire mesh of his enclosure. And...
A Deadly Sin That May Be Good

A Deadly Sin That May Be Good

I was miles into the race when she ran up behind me and matched my pace. I didn’t know her. But she clearly knew me. “I loved your Facebook pictures from the Grand Canyon,” she said. “I envy your lifestyle.” “Yeah, thanks, it’s pretty fine,” I gasped as I crested...