You can teach old dogs new tricks. You can “train your brain” to change your behaviors and re-shape your mind. As I’ve blogged before, IMO, an entrepreneur’s biggest challenge is mental. Often, your biggest obstacle is yourself. The good news is that neuroscience is now showing that the brain is quite plastic, that no matter
[Foodie Post]: backbar’s Ramen
Unctuous broth, home-made noodles, and lots of savory little bits of goodness. I had a meeting in Somerville today and headed afterwards to the much-ballyhooed backbar (no caps is how they spell it). I went quickly, for I hear that they often sell out of a particular dish, for which I am on the hunt.
What Is Your Version 2.0 of Yourself?
I’m a huge fan of TED Talks. Here’s a very raw and deep talk by actress Thandie Newton (below, or click here). She talks about her growth as a person and search for fulfillment. In spite of a brilliant career as a dancer and actress, and a degree from Cambridge University, she suffered from an
Pain = Suffering x Resistance
In my venture capital job, I meet many people. Over time, some relationships develop and evolve to the point where it really isn’t just about business. For example, this past week, an exec. texted me from the office, at wits end with her job and dysfunctional company culture. I periodically sync up with one of
Friday Nights
What a week! Ericsson announced this week that they are buying one of our companies (about which I will blog at a later date), and so, there has been a flurry of messages from well-wishers and our awesome investors. I don’t know about you, but Friday night often creeps up on me, suddenly. After many,
‘Express, Don’t Impress’
There’s a saying in sales: “Sell them what they want to buy”. In other words, hang back and see what the other party is looking for, then sell that. It’s not how I want to live. Instead, as I’ve blogged before, I want to live a life of authenticity vs. being a chameleon. I’m writing