What’s one thing you know now that would have saved your younger self a lot of pain? View all responses … More
Author: Beebop
I believe wisdom comes not just from books, but from years of living, learning, and observing the world. My writing blends personal experience, practical advice, and reflections on life, work, and society. You’ll find stories that reach back to earlier decades, lessons I’ve learned in business and everyday living, and thoughts on how we can approach today’s challenges with perspective and resilience.
This blog is a place where I share insights, lessons, and stories that I hope will inspire, challenge, or simply give you something meaningful to think about.
I Never Heard Yellow Journalism
Here’s a term that’s been around for more than 125 years, but one that describes much of what passes for … More
Don’t Worry be Happy
What’s one thing you know now that would have saved your younger self a lot of pain? View all responses … More
Attentional Amplification Syndrome
What’s one thing you know now that would have saved your younger self a lot of pain? View all responses … More
Helping Young People
What’s the most underrated life skill?
The ability to manipulate people. Now, before everybody jumps on that word, I don’t mean manipulating people in a dishonest … More
What’s the Best Way to Explore a New City?
What’s the Best Way to Explore a New City? Unfortunately, my answer today is different than it would have been … More
What’s a moment in your life that made you feel truly alive?
For me, it was the day I walked away from corporate America and decided I was never going to work … More
PRIVATE EQUITY IS DESTROYING THE FABRIC OF AMERICA
As I sit here at 69 and look back over my life, I keep asking myself the same question: When … More
When in Doubt, Reach Out
I’ve been thinking lately about how easy it is to let time pass without checking in on the people who … More
WHAT THEY DON’T TEACH YOU AT HARVARD BUSINESS SCHOOL
What’s one thing you wish you had started doing earlier in life? Yesterday, I sold another property. Six down, that … More
Top 10 Budget Travel Tips
Travel off‑peak — Shoulder seasons (late spring, early fall) cut prices 30–50%. Same great weather, fewer crowds, cheaper everything. Use … More
