First Friday Book Synopsis

We are mostly not rising to solve our biggest challenges. Why? Part of the reason, I think, is that when attention breaks down, problem-solving breaks down. …Solving big problems requires the sustained focus of many people over many years. People who can’t focus will be more drawn to simplistic authoritarian solutions—and less likely to see Read More

One person said that there is a difference between reading a book and studying a book.  Yes; there is indeed!  There is always more to learn.  And quick shallow dives into serious material will teach you very little. —————— Left to my own devices, I would fix instant oatmeal in the microwave.  But, my wife Read More

Expertise:  the skill of an expert. Expert:  one with the special skill or knowledge representing mastery of a particular subject.  …Having, involving, or displaying special skill or knowledge derived from training or experience. ————————- It’s not a good era for non-experts, is it? And, expertise in one arena does not mean expertise in any other arenas…even Read More

I was recently asked to provide a short video, letting folks know just what to expect at the First Friday Book Synopsis.  So…here is that short video. Please share it around with others…

This week, at the Success North Dallas gathering (welcome back, Bill Wallace), Jeffrey Hayzlett spoke.  Jeffrey is Chairman of the C-Suite Network.  But mainly, Jeffrey is something of a force of nature.  He does not mince words.  He does not have much of a filter.  And, among other good things he had to say, he Read More

A special encouragement to attend today’s session, June 16, 2022, on Zoom.     Today’s book, Woke Racism by John McWhorter, presents the “other side” from books by authors such as Ibram X. Kendi. Maybe it will be worth your time to hear that other side. Please join us. All details below. Randy If you have an open Read More