Archive for December, 2007

Same Differences…Hugo Chavez…meet George W. Bush.

Sunday, December 30th, 2007

We arrived in Venezuela a few days ago, and I can tell you that the people and culture here are resilient and full of energy. I attended a wedding that brought together people from the Netherlands, the U.S. and Venezuela. I talked to a lot of people last night and I have a few […]

This Holiday Season’s Hottest Item: America On Sale! (One to a Customer)

Thursday, December 13th, 2007

A low relative value of the American dollar (I refuse to call it weak) has put American companies and American talent on the sales rack this Christmas. We can finally get out from under the idea that the USA is outsourcing its future. Instead the tables are turning and we are seeing foreign companies looking […]

There Are Stupid Questions - Are You Asking Them?

Thursday, December 6th, 2007

There is such a thing as a “stupid question” and most likely, you probably have asked or have been asked one recently. Your ability to ask good questions not only helps find out what (you think) you want to know, but identifying and avoiding bad questions that people ask you can be a great time […]

Beginner and Advanced Motorcycle Skills Everyone Must Master

Tuesday, December 4th, 2007

While cleaning up my garage, I was looking at 5 motorcycles sitting there waiting for a ride. I realized that I have been riding for 20+ years. My best investment is the best protective equipment, which has saved me countless times. One of the things I get from motorcycling is a sense of balance, awareness […]