We're entering that time of year when many of us rack our brains on what to give to people who have more than they need.Truthfully. Do any of us really need more?I can think of all kinds of things I'd like to get as presents this year, but need is a powerful word. Understanding need... Continue Reading →
Tools I Love: Online Backup
Every once in a while I like to share a tip about a tool that I love. For years I was a bit concerned about what would happen if my system crashed… How good are my backups? If you work for a reasonably sized company, your work systems are likely sufficiently backed up. But what... Continue Reading →
The Illusion of Knowledge
So what are you reading? I just started Edward Gibbon’s Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, which is certainly a departure from the business books that typically keep me busy. I had to present a paper on Gibbon's classic back in high school and I’ve been wanting to re-read it. With trips to Europe... Continue Reading →