Category Archives: Politics and Business

The miracle fabric of entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurialism, to me, is the miracle of creating value out of nothing, a business from a blank sheet of paper, a product from a daydream, careers out of thin air. It’s creativity, combined with courage and a vision. It has … Continue reading

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Capitalistic karma

The level of attendance at business functions traditionally serving as networking opportunities went up dramatically during the Great Financial Fiasco.  While the program content may be indeed excellent, I suspect the increase in attendees has something to do with a … Continue reading

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The 83 secret steps to success

Before you complain about false advertising, let me assure you that there are not eighty-three steps to entrepreneurial success.  But if I was a relatively famous individual, and I published a book with this title, you might be tempted to … Continue reading

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The reluctant rubber stamp

“Dear Stan, I’m Chairman of the Board of a large private company.  I was recruited for the specific purpose of ensuring that proper governance was applied to the decisions regarding the strategic future of the organization.  There are strong-willed shareholders … Continue reading

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