No Dissing On the Bus
One season, we ran a tour with two bands on a tour bus, living on the road together for a month at a time over 9 months. It is typical for folks to chide one another, and it can get …
Start with the End
Many business and entities automatically assume certain outcomes and modes of operations for their given business model because of what is considered the norm. However, buy stepping back and evaluating Revenue Model options from the beginning and working backwards leads …
Star Trek to Leadership and Beyond
Go see Star Trek! I have always enjoyed the show, but would not call myself a Trekky. However, this installment of the franchise will not disappoint and it is a great theater experience.
Not only is Star Trek good entertainment, …
U2’s Got Show
This band continues to define who they are and where they are going!
In working with Indie Artists and with Live Music Producer Tom Jackson, I am constantly reminded about the power of the show and why we need to …
The Beauty of Ugly
I just received a retail catalog in the mail. You know the kind – the one with trashy jewelry, unbecoming apparel, and Read More
Everyone in Your Company Is in Marketing
Every business does its commerce in some community square, just like the grand old days. It may look and feel different, but the principles and fundamentals are the same.
I have worked on projects where the shipping department said “that’s …
Lead, Don’t Hunker Down
This is a time of opportunity, but it is not for the faint of heart. Is your organization competing in the market or is it competing internally? This last year three different organizations I was working with all had growth, …
Take 5 for Inspiration
The year was 1959. No one knew what was about to happen in the field of music. But jazz music was ready to take some giant steps.
Six of the most popular and/or groundbreaking albums in jazz history were recorded …