Nov 26, 2018 | Business Strategy, Extra Points
It was a satisfying Saturday in watching my alma mater, the University of Washington Huskies defeat our cross-state rivals the Washington State Cougars and retain the Apple Cup for the 6th consecutive year. With apologies to my WSU pals (well, not really), I feel...
Oct 15, 2018 | Business Strategy, Extra Points
This past weekend, we rented a van to help our daughter get furniture for her new place. I used the application system to check out the van and get the key before the place opened up. To my surprise, upon starting up the van, a warning light came on indicating the the...
Oct 1, 2018 | Business Strategy, Extra Points
You’re being brainwashed. A recent article and shared video by my Shrimp Tank podcast co-host, Brad Berger really caught my attention and compelled me to write on this topic. Many thanks to Brad. We as humans are greatly influenced by advertising, cultural concepts,...
Jun 11, 2018 | Business Strategy, Extra Points, Random Digressions
This past week was marked by the deaths by suicide of two prominent celebrities, Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain. I knew of Kate Spade because I have a wife and daughters who all carry purses (and I think at least one of them is her brand); however I really followed...
May 19, 2018 | Business Strategy, Professional Development, Risk Management
From my May 2018 column for The Kitsap Sun / Kitsap Business Journal… Being an entrepreneur requires a “warrior mentality.” As CEO or President, being the “boss” means you fall under this definition of entrepreneur, so pay attention to my next statement. If you...
