From TED.com At TEDGlobal 2010, author Matt Ridley shows how, throughout history, the engine of human progress has been the meeting and mating of ideas to make new ideas. It’s not important how clever individuals are, he says; what really matters is how smart the collective brain is. Matt Ridley argues that, through history, the engine […]
How to buy happiness
– Michael Norton
April 30, 2014 By
From TED.com At TEDxCambridge, Michael Norton shares fascinating research on how money can, indeed buy happiness — when you don’t spend it on yourself. Listen for surprising data on the many ways pro-social spending can benefit you, your work, and (of course) other people. (Filmed at TEDxCambridge.) Through clever studies, Michael Norton studies how we feel about […]
CLEAN – Dr. Alejandro Junger
April 29, 2014 By
How many of us can honestly say we do not suffer from at least one of the following: Colds or viruses each year Allergies or hay fever Extra pounds that won’t come off Restless nights Recurrent indigestion, constipation, or irritable bowel syndrome Itchy skin, acne, or any other troubling skin condition Depression, anxiety, or frequent […]
Warren Buffett
April 28, 2014 By
“Price is what you pay. Value is what you get.” Warren Edward Buffett ( born August 30, 1930) is an American business magnate, investor, and philanthropist. He is widely considered the most successful investor of the 20th century. Buffett is the chairman, CEO and largest shareholder of Berkshire Hathaway and consistently ranked among the world’s wealthiest people. He was ranked as […]
The Problem is not the problem
– Cap’n Jack Sparrow
April 27, 2014 By
The problem is not the problem. The problem is your attitude about the problem. Do you understand? ~ Captain Jack Sparrow
Success is a continuous journey
– Richard St. John
April 25, 2014 By
From TED.com In his typically candid style, Richard St. John reminds us that success is not a one-way street, but a constant journey. He uses the story of his business’ rise and fall to illustrate a valuable lesson — when we stop trying, we fail. A self-described average guy who found success doing what he loved, […]
Bill Gates
April 24, 2014 By
[ PROFILES – ICONS ] an ongoing series on inspiring leaders “I failed in some subjects in exam, but my friend passed in all. Now he is an engineer in Microsoft and I am the owner of Microsoft.” Bill Gates is one of the best-known entrepreneurs of the personal computer revolution. William Henry “Bill” Gates III (born […]
The 3 A’s of awesome
– Neil Pasricha
April 23, 2014 By
From TED.com Neil Pasricha’s blog 1000 Awesome Things savors life’s simple pleasures, from free refills to clean sheets. In this heartfelt talk, he reveals the 3 secrets (all starting with A) to leading a life that’s truly awesome. (Filmed at TEDxToronto.) Neil Pasricha uses the power of blogging to spread a little optimism each day about […]
Working – Studs Terkel
April 22, 2014 By
“God, grant me serenity to accept those things I can’t change, the courage to change those I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.” Studs Terkel records the voices of America. Men and women from every walk of life talk to him, telling him of their likes and dislikes, fears, problems, and happiness […]
The 80/20 Principle
– Richard Koch
April 21, 2014 By
How anyone can be more effective with less effort by learning how to identify and leverage the 80/20 principle–the well-known, unpublicized secret that 80 percent of all our results in business and in life stem from a mere 20 percent of our efforts. The 80/20 principle is one of the great secrets of highly effective […]
