An Interesting Thanksgiving Story

I read this version of Thanksgiving this morning and thought it might be interesting for others to read as well.

The Real First Thanksgiving

CEO Guiding Principles II Coming Soon!

Today and this weekend I am working on the next edition our Critical Mass: The Power of CEO Guiding Principles. It will be released in time for the holidays and will make a great stocking stuffer or gift for any business person.

Having a guiding principle has proven to be a competitive advantage and a powerful way for the top executive to communicate a deeper sense for what the company believes to be important.

Guiding Principles are an important part of the company's culture and helps to build a differentiated and unique position in the marketplace.

I would encourage any top executive, CEO, business owner or entrepreneur to consider what your guiding principle is and for inspiration from your peers check out our book at Amazon.com.

TEDxIrvine Event November 17th

One of our peer group members Michelle Patterson is the organizing force behind a TEDxIrvine event later this month and I wanted to give you information about this event.

TEDxIrvine events are designed to be an evening that brings together thinkers and doers from Orange County.

The event is November 17^th from 6PM to 9PM and the registration fee is a true bargain ($45)!

One of our peer group members Jenny Ross will be one of the featured speakers. Jenny’s goal is “to show people how much fun and how easy a healthy lifestyle can be.” http://tedxirvine.org/jenny-ross/

We hope you will be able to join us on November 17^th for this great event at an amazing venue.

Register here: http://register.eventcomplete.com/index.php?option=com_chronocontact&Itemid=2&event=TED

The Law of Unintended Consequences

This article was written in 2008 by Jeff Harding and I came across it on the website of The Daily Capitalist.

The Law of Unintended Consequences

I am interested in articles that explore the "unintended consequences" of decisions.

This article touches on aspects of unintended consequences which contributed to the mortgage crisis.

Bloomberg the Mentor

Great show on Bloomberg TV that matches entrepreneurs with successful mentors.

Jim Koch CEO of Boston Beer Company said "Don't risk what you have to get what you don't need."

Sounds like good advice!

Critical Mass The Radio Show November 1, 2011

Critical Mass The Radio Show November 1, 2011

Professor for a Day

Today I have the opportunity to speak with students at the Mihaylo College of Business and Economics at California State University Fullerton.

I enjoy this experience each year as the energy and excitement of the students reminds me our future will be in good hands.