A Walk Through a Taiwan Street Market
Today's run ended on a trail that emerged into a neighborhood market on Liren Street in Taoyuan, Taiwan. What began as a routine cooldown walk turned into a reminder of why I enjoy spending time here.
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Them's the Rules
A few days of downtime in Taiwan gave me space to read—and notice a pattern: Most of the leaders I admire live by their own set of rules. That got me thinking—what are mine? Here’s what I came up with, and why defining your own “operating system” might just change how you work and live.
Shooting Birds
I haven’t exactly been keeping up with the blog, but hopefully a few bird photos make up for it.
The 8 Forms of Capital
In this post, we are going to explore the idea that there are eight forms of capital, list them out, and then put this idea into practice.
Build Knowledge Capital By Blogging
Knowledge capital is incredibly powerful, as it shapes our understanding, informs and accelerates our decisions, and unlocks new opportunities. Those who actively cultivate and expand their knowledge gain a significant competitive edge, whether in their careers, businesses, or personal pursuits.
SCALE and IDEAS - The Frameworks of the Exponential Organization
Last week I posted about framework thinking and provided a short list of a few of my favorites. Here are two more that I am convinced will become very important over the next decade: SCALE and IDEAS, the frameworks of the exponential organization.
The Power of Framework Thinking
In the world of biopharm operations management (where I spend a lot of time), complexity is a daily reality. Over the last decade, I have become a believer in the power of framework thinking and even a collector of sorts.
Photography Is an Infinite Game
When it comes to the sport of photography, here is the game: If the camera I am lugging around captures the light and motion better then my phone can, it's a win. If not, what's the point....Why? Because photography is an infinite game.
Photo Safari: Brazos Bend State Park Photos
We went alligator hunting yesterday... Literally. Yesterday we took a photo walk with the goal to find and photograph an alligator. Mission accomplished. Below are a few of my favorite Brazos Bend State Park photos.
Communicating a Vision using PO3 Framework
Communicating a vision: The PO3 framework - Purpose, Objective, Outcomes, and Outputs - offers a powerful tool for leaders to communicate their vision clearly and motivate their teams to achieve it.
Building a Second Brain Review
"Building a Second Brain" by Tiago Forte offers a innovative approach to personal productivity and knowledge management in the digital age.
The Power of Habit Summary
"The Power of Habit" by Charles Duhigg is like a masterclass in deciphering the codes of our behaviors. This book dives into mechanisms of habit and how they control everything from our daily routines to organizational success.
What Are the Stages of Learning?
The stages of learning refer to the different phases or steps that we go through when acquiring new skills or knowledge. The one I am most familiar with is the "Four Stages of Learning" model, also known as the "Four Stages of Competence" model.
Is Learning to Play the Guitar a Biohack?
I'm always on the lookout for hacks that make my brain work better. I'm not that bright to begin with so I need every edge I can find. I have come to believe that learning to play the guitar is actually a potent biohack.
How To Create a Digital Commonplace Book
In the process of doing some research for our business I discovered how to create a digital commonplace book. It's my new favorite video game. For an investment of $8 a month and five minutes a day you can turn your brain into a giant tag cloud.