Mel Robbins is doing the podcast rounds to promote her latest book and was interviewed on the Prof G podcast this week. I’m no fan of hers. To me, she’s just another pop-psych self-help pitching huckster like Ramit Sethi, Jay Shetty, Ryan Holiday, Huberman, et al. However, I like Prof G and was interested to…
Playing Charades
The Senate confirmation hearings for Trump’s cabinet selections are happening this week. These are a complete waste of time. The results are more predictable than the jokes in a lame sitcom. We already know what’s going to happen. In the end, Trump will get every choice approved because the Republicans have the majority. As for…
Technically No
When I started working with computers in the early 1990s, I quickly realized I had a knack for understanding technology and for making it simple for others to use. I started a lucrative side-business to install new computers and provide 1-on-1 training & support. I was good at it. My customers liked me and I…
Roger That
I have been close with two ex-military guys. The first, a former Intelligence officer for the Navy, is my longtime good friend. The second, a former Special Forces leader, was my right-hand guy who helped me build & run a sales team. I’ve worked side-by-side with dozens of ex-military men throughout my career in technology…
Fighting Losing Battles
In the Solo Podcast community and forum, there’s a fair amount of discussion about how “unfair” society is to single people (vs. married people). Frequently people post about married people receiving better insurance benefits, tax benefits, travel & lodging discounts and other preferential treatment. When I read or hear these complaints, I am tempted to…
Not My City, Not My Concern
It wasn’t until 9/11, when the planes took out the World Trade Center Towers, that I began to understand that New York City was a big deal in the US. Up until that point in my life, I never really thought much about New York. I was 33 years old and working out at the…
Luxury Fashion
On the Pivot podcast today, Scott Galloway mentioned that he has “no attachment” to stuff. He said he was getting rid of extra clothes and noticed that his teenage son started showing up in “Brunello Cucinelli”. Scott said he enjoyed seeing his son wear his (Scott’s) old clothes. I am not familiar with Brunello Cucinelli….
3rd Time’s A Charm
I almost adopted a 3rd dog last week. I’ve said for awhile now that I couldn’t handle a 3rd dog unless I grew a 3rd arm. Managing my two bike/kid reactive dogs is already a handful. Wrangling them when I have contractors in my home or taking them to the vets together can be a…
Feeling Married
Last month marked six years since my wife died and five years since I’ve worn my wedding ring. And yet, I still feel like I am married – especially when I am dreaming of her. Obviously, I know I am not married. Still, it feels weird to check the box for “SINGLE” on tax forms,…
GenX Strength
Many of the books I read and podcasts I listen to have Millennials (and sometimes GenZs) as hosts, authors, and guests. A common trait I see in this group is a fear to try things, combined with a huge fear of failure. When I hear them talk about their upbringing, many had doting parents who…