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A Call to Commit to the Craft of Service

Defining the service we give to our guests in the same way we do our cheese, bread, and coffee Sometimes things come together for me in strange times and unexpected ways. Some of those ideas … Continued

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Having Humbleness in All We Do

Healthy cultural soil, counter-rhythms, and the power of Silver Branch Perception I’ve written about humility many times since the pamphlet “Humility: A Humble, Anarchistic Inquiry” first came out in the fall of 2020. As I’ve … Continued

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Dealing With Despair in Day-to-Day Leadership Life

Befriending the occasional dark reality that can open creative doors Intellectually, I knew it was likely to happen. And still, I was emotionally caught off guard. My morning had gone great—teaching about ecosystems at ZingTrain’s ZingPosium. … Continued

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More Thoughts on the Positive Power of Marketing

Doing marketing with dignity makes a big difference In the back of Seth Godin’s book The Icarus Deception, he includes what he calls, “An Artist’s Abecedary.” I didn’t know what the word meant, but as per … Continued

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A Very Special Cold Brew from the Coffee Company

A unique process makes for a marvelously magical flavor! If you’re looking for a good way to wake up and fight the summer heat, pick up a bottle or six of this super tasty, very … Continued

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Marketing as a Leadership Act

Why making a difference is as important as making a sale This past Monday, June 27, was the 153rd anniversary of Emma Goldman’s birth. Emma was born in Lithuania, the same small country that’s now the … Continued