Writing

A motivational speech

In the TWC News Austin video, East View High School football player Apollos Hester delivers a motivational speech that has resonated with many viewers. After a narrow victory over Vandegrift, Hester’s passionate words captured the essence of determination and positivity.

Michael Pollack and Billy Joel

In 2013, during a Q&A session at Vanderbilt University, where Billy Joel was participating, Michael Pollack, who was a student at the time, asked if he could accompany Billy Joel on piano for "New York State of Mind." To everyone's surprise, Billy Joel agreed. The performance was well-received and became quite popular online, showcasing Pollack's talent and leading to further opportunities in his music career.

Disruptive bypass

In a world driven by disruption, traditional models no longer suffice. This article explores the “Disruptive Bypass” strategy—an innovative approach to bypass resistance, create market impact, and organically drive change within organizations. Discover how to surprise stakeholders, cross the chasm, and carve out your own Blue Ocean.

Ask the teddy bear

As the story goes, the computer science lab at Reed College has a rule that before you can ask for help with the programming problem you’re working on, you have to first explain that problem out loud to the teddy bear in the corner.

Enjoy the process

Enjoy the Process, not only the results is a powerful principle emphasized by Mahan Khalsa in his teachings on professional and personal development. It highlights the importance of focusing on the journey, rather than being solely fixated on the outcomes. Khalsa suggests that by immersing ourselves in the process—whether it’s learning, problem-solving, or creating—we can find greater fulfillment and maintain sustainable motivation.