Book Reviews
Books I Read in 2013
Looking back on my reading list for the year.
Tag: Rush
Posts on this topic examine the iconic Canadian power trio. I'm a fan.
Communication
The 4 Pillars of Good Business Writing and Speaking
Examining what makes for a solid read/talk.
Announcements
The Visual Organization Book Tour: San Francisco
Time to hit the road.
Communication
Best Thing/Worst Thing: Writing a Book
Kicking off my new series with something near and dear to my heart: writing a book.
Trends
I'm An Expert. Don't Trust Me.
What do Seinfeld, Breaking Bad, Rush, and Stephen King have in common?
Communication
Why You Shouldn't Care About Negative Reviews
Don't welcome them, but don't fear them either.
Announcements
Need a Speaker in Montreal in March?
Exploit my growing obsession with the band Marillion.
Higher Education
Exploit My Rush Obsession
Yes, I will speak for Rush tickets, airfare, and discounted copies of books.
Miscellany
On Rush and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Hell has frozen over and it's time for me to weigh in.
Communication
Post #500: In Defense of the Big Idea
On merits of big ideas in a culture that emphasizes the tactical.
Faves
The World of No
Are all "no's" created equal?
Communication
An Interview With Kevin J. Anderson
My HuffPo interview with Clockwork Angels' author Kevin J. Anderson to talk about his new book.
Communication
On Complacency
A window into the creative process of my favorite band.
Communication
Rehearsing to Rehearse
A few lessons from the Canadian power trio on the value of practice.
Communication
Does your work hold up?
How do you feel about your endeavors months or years afterward?
Communication
On Creativity and Committees
Thoughts about collaboration and greatness.
Communication
On Greatness
What will you leave behind?
Communication
The Case for Indifference
Why having big ears isn't always a good thing.