Mountains of Perspective

6 days skiing. Two countries. Three mountains. 1 Fall. Zero injuries. There were endless views, tasty brews, and time well spent with the love of my life, Angela Lozano. What stood out? 1. Nothing beats time outdoors. And, for the first time, I skied entirely without headphones or music. It was fantastic to unplug and […]

Strategically Silly Songs

“But…I’m not a comedian…” That’s what my brain kept telling me as I prepared for a set at the National Speakers Association Night of Comedy at their annual conference this summer. Yes, I write funny songs on occasion and use them in my keynotes – but a comedy set? That’s a different skill! (and trying […]

Spontaneous Sailing, Crying, and Celebrating

“What if we just…did?” That was the question at hand. I mean, we shouldn’t do it.   It’s impulsive. Expensive. Logistically a pain in the ass. And, really, why would we do this?   The answer arrived. A decision was made. An hour later we were at the airport.   On a spontaneous, last-second, unplanned […]

On Trust, Hot Dogs, and Microphones

This is a Shure SM58. The Workhorse.That’s what it is fondly referred to as in the music industry. It’s reliability, durability, sound quality and just overall usefulness on stage or in the studio have made it an iconic piece of equipment. This is my Shure SM58. It is not fondly referred to. But I love […]

Empathy Under Water

“There’s nothing to be nervous about” I caught myself saying that to Angela right before we were about to descend.

Why Culture Fit Is Killing Your Company!

A few thoughts on why we need to reconsider the idea of a “culture fit”. And a melodica. Because music is fun.

Hate Change? Build Foundations, Not Pyramids!

“People hate change.” We hear that so often, but is it actually true? I posit that it often isn’t the change itself we hate, it is the time we wasted along the way.

Messy Music and Momentary Magic

Jam sessions are messy.

I’m Not Tipping

Tipping. We do it in the US. …if we’re not a jerk. But…why, exactly?

Raccoons in the Attic

Rocky Raccoon. Got into our room. Well, our attic actually. And he decided to bring his entire family. And I let it happen.