Category Archives: Insights

A boy, a starfish, the sea and me

While walking along the Marine Park beach in Fairhaven one evening, I was reminded of the inspirational story about the old man, the young boy, the starfish and the sea. Here is my [unauthorized] adapted version for anyone who is … Continue reading

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Bridging Your Offline and Online Environments

I spent some time at Village Books in Bellingham yesterday. It is a very popular local, independent bookstore; a place where the hours slip by easily. They also have a very well managed online and social media presence. Their offline … Continue reading

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Even Great Email Fails Sometimes

Sometimes, you send an email campaign that communicates a truly valuable offer and it falls flat. At the bottom of your heart you know that, objectively, the offer was a compelling one. So why didn’t anyone respond? Well heck, I’ve … Continue reading

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An Ode to Mediocrity: Are High Expectations Destroying America

Ten years ago, I stood before fifty young software localization workers during a staff meeting in our Irish office. “We’ll need to work late this week” I announced. Sure enough, at least half of the office worked several hours extra … Continue reading

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