[October 18, 2024] People make assumptions in everything we do, otherwise nothing would get done but here the reference is to the important assumptions. The basic principle of good habits is “never assume anything” of consequence. I originally published this article years ago but resurrected it because of its relevance in today’s presidential race. The terrible performance of… Read More »
[October 17, 2024] In past articles, I’ve included many great quotes that instantly say something to the reader. My favorites quotes are those that make me sit up and take notice, often clarifying some nebulous idea. Years ago, I started reading Friederich Nietzsche to learn more about the human condition , rather than as a hobby. I found… Read More »
[October 16, 2024] I’m sitting in my recliner with my right leg propped up, bandaged, and swollen after knee-replacement surgery last week. That means I have time to cruise the Internet for memes and other almost-worthless ideas. Today, I have a few pictures to post about Indigenous Peoples Day. I will be accused of mocking the newest leftist… Read More »
[October 15, 2024] The core message of my website since day one has been to show what proper leadership looks like and how to succeed in a difficult leader environment. Then, out of nowhere comes VP pick Tim Walz that gives us a classic example of what not to do as a leader. Where’s Walzo? is the newest… Read More »
[October 11, 2024] Advice for Boys: a primer for succeeding. This article is a rough draft. The focus is on young boys but will be invaluable to girls also. Here are the advice that I would give to kids today. Your comments will be helpful Seek to be the dumbest person in the room,,, surround yourself with people… Read More »
[October 9, 2024] Tomorrow, bright and early, I have outpatient surgery; nothing serious but I will not post an article that day (this Thursday). Hey, drugs can do wonders for pain but my brain might not be into it. I promise to quickly return and to start a new series that I believe most will enjoy. Yes, the… Read More »
[October 7, 2024] Today is a solemn day, a day when we remember the massacre on Israeli soil by Hamas terrorists, and that is the reason why Hamas exists. We must condemn the heinous events that occurred yet are celebrated by the vast majority of Gazans. Surprisingly, in the civilized world, pro-Hamas protests are expected to attract our… Read More »
[October 6, 2024] Residents struggling in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene on the Southeast Coast of America are being told to “fend for themselves.” We are now hearing that FEMA does not have enough funds to help. Numerous residents, especially in rural areas of North Carolina have reported they have not seen anyone from FEMA or the Red… Read More »
[October 5, 2024] Show your respect. Respect is like the lubricant in a car engine that allows the pistons to continue firing. Without it, everything would come to a screeching halt. The Golden Rule is a practical application of the idea of respect; it tells us that we should treat others like we would like to be treated.… Read More »
[October 3, 2024] As one who studies military strategies, the history of warfare, and how people develop successful ways of running a commercial business, I collect stratagems to help better remember ideas. Today’s stratagem is taken from “The 36 Strategies” and is called Point at the Mulberry and Curse the Locust. Of course, this strategy’s name is a… Read More »