The beauty of classics is not just in their enduring qualities but in the conversations and connections they spark, reminding … More
Author: Michael Chaffin
Variety
Almost everything these days comes in more than one kind. Yet, most of us like what we like, what we’re … More
Force
There are endless ways to add pressure, to compress and to force. Our lives are filled with it. And then, … More
Unsure
Sometimes, nothing comes to mind immediately. Share it anyway. Who knows what impact it might make.
Shine
Restoring something worn, bringing about brilliance, is an art form. We can try to do it casually. But, the effect … More
In Front
To lead is to be out in front, ahead of the others, setting the standard and deciding where to go. … More
Obvious
Even though it is…it might still need to be said. But, it’s also worth asking, who’s it for? And, what’s … More
Make Believe
Make believe is an escape, an invented place for us to go, a dream perhaps. It can help was deal … More
Perspective
If we don’t like, understand or agree with what we see or hear, perhaps we could change our perspective. What … More
Scary
Most of the scary is invented by us as a form of resistance, cloaked to trick us into avoiding action … More
Statement
What’s the statement for? Is it actually useful? Or, are we just attempting to get attention? What’s underneath? Is it … More
Overload
It might look something like this when we take on too much. It just won’t all fit. The question is…what … More
Care
It’s rarely measured by what we say. Sometimes, it’s how we say it. But mostly, it shows up all on … More
Ship It
It doesn’t need to be perfect, it won’t be, it can’t be. But, it’s probably good enough. It’s probably better … More
Custom
Not so long ago, most things came the way they were…no changes or substitutions permitted. Now, virtually everything has an … More
Bright Spot
Sometimes, they just show up. But often, they don’t. We need to find them. Or, make one. How can we … More
Messaging
There’s a lot of time and effort spent on highlighting our features. At this point, we’re in message overload. It’s … More
Traction
Progress requires forward motion, which requires traction. Our strategies, plans and actions are like steps. They build momentum towards something … More
Keep Out
Sometimes, the signals are pretty clear. Other times, they’re more subtle. Crossed arms, lack of eye contact, a closed office … More
Gardening
Gardening requires attention, thought, planning, effort, nurturing and care. We give these to the garden and it gives back. The … More