Work. It’s more than just a means to an end. It’s a cornerstone of our lives, shaping our identities, influencing our relationships, and dictating our sense of worth. But what happens when work becomes synonymous with stress, dysfunction, and, yes, even alcohol? Although some believe that the three-martini-lunch died with Don Draper, I’m here to…
Everyone’s jumping on the Ozempic bandwagon these days, right? GLP-1 drugs—Wegovy, Mounjaro, Zepbound, you name it—are all the rage. People are talking about how they’re not just helping with weight loss but also curbing all sorts of cravings and compulsions. It’s like magic, or so they say. In my quest for insights into my forthcoming…
My career arc is strange, but I have been fortunate to eat delicious meals and drink excellent wine paid for by business leaders, workers, and even “fans” who showed me outrageous hospitality and offered memorable experiences that will remain in my heart forever. Reflecting on these experiences, I’ve realized that it’s not just about the…
Many years ago, I worked for a Senior Vice President of an insurance company. His name was Jack. He was a legend, a fatherly figure, and a self-proclaimed matchmaker. He lived and worked on the west coast. I was his human resources manager in Chicago. Jack would summon me to Seattle for meetings that were…
The first person I ever got drunk with was my friend Jenny. We were 11, spending the night at my father’s house, hanging out in the basement, and talking about boys. Both products of working-class families with the usual struggles and drama, we found solidarity in each other’s company. It was 1986, and everything was…
As the new year rolls in, it’s the time when I welcome new coaching clients. Often, they come with aspirations like, “I want to quit/get promoted/find a new job/change careers” or “I want to work less and do a physical challenge/run a half-marathon in the spring/have a baby/divorce my spouse/find my life partner.” My immediate…
I always end the year by writing about my accomplishments, failures, regrets, and resolutions. I love this time of year because the calendar naturally motivates me to reflect and act. This post is all about 2024 resolutions. I am a resolution enthusiast and don’t require a new year to prompt changes. As I wrote in my book, “Betting On You,”…
I always end the year by writing about my accomplishments, failures, regrets, and resolutions. I love this time of year because the calendar naturally motivates me to reflect and act. This post is all about 2023 regrets. This year, I spent a regrettable amount on skincare, including Botox, fillers, serums, eye creams, lip creams, lasers, and facials. Also, let’s not…
I always end the year by writing about my accomplishments, failures, regrets, and resolutions. I love this time of year because the calendar naturally motivates me to reflect and act. This post is all about 2023 failures. Year after year, I write about my failures. Why? On the surface, I do it to teach you something about yourself. But the…
I always end the year by writing about my accomplishments, failures, regrets, and resolutions. I love this time of year because the calendar naturally motivates me to reflect and act. This post is all about 2023 accomplishments. I didn’t do this series last year. So, just opening up my browser and writing is an accomplishment.…
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