October 2009
20 posts
Why I love treasure hunting
A couple weeks ago I found a couple old coins that were very worn, had a date of 1897 on one, and 1787 on the other. It really brought back memories of my childhood and reminded me, once again, how I am wired and why I am here.
Many of you know that I am an avid treasure hunter, however over the last couple of years I have really lost the thrill of the hunt, so to speak. It isn’t that I...
Be a Sexy Nurse for Halloween!
But only if you’re a guy. And don’t do the “I’m cross-dressing ironically” thing. Be subversive. Be a sexy, male nurse. Wear eye-makeup and tight scrubs. Objectify yourself!
The catch? Make sure you’re not accidentally mistaken for a doctor. Can you overcome cultural assumptions about the nature of medicine and masculinity?
Panera Bread
Every time I come into Panera Bread, there is a group of guys about 25 maybe a little older, that have a couple younger guys (college aged) huddled around a computer. It is so funny to me, because I know exactly what they are doing and what scheme they are running. Quixtar, which is now referred to as it original name, Amway Global. It is actually quite sad because I have a good friend that...
Internet Speeds
Here is a link to the speed I get at work through our Verizon business internet account. It is a little slow, it normally tops out at 3.6 mbps. But this gives you an idea. http://www.speedtest.net/result/583447625.png
Now here is the speed I get on my new wireless card from Clear. It is INSANE how quick it is, and how mobile I now am. In a world that wants faster, better, and mobility, I am...
Sorry Chicago no olympics
Entrepreneurs
One of the most successful entrepreneurs in today’s business world, Mr. Steve Jobs, founder of Apple stated: “Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma - which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of other’s opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most...