Through the years, I’ve learned that not all advice is given with good intentions. A lot of what people call … 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.
Why Small Retail Stores Won’t Survive Unless They Lead—and Lead Now
The business I grew up in has changed forever. There was a time when people looked forward to shopping. They … More
My Fused Spine and the Daily Routine I Can’t Stand
The part of my daily routine I always try to skip is stretching. I know it’s good for me—especially with … More
The Golf Tip That Changed My Game Forever (Even Though I Never Really Played)
Every year back in my corporate days, Kohl’s would host an executive golf outing — a big annual … More
Retiring Early to Follow a Passion
The best decision I ever made wasn’t leaving a job—it was finding myself again. Most people spend a lifetime working … More
The Mirror Effect
When Leaders Fall in Love with Their Younger Selves Over the years, I’ve worked for, with, and around a lot … More
Great Leaders Are People Finders
“Developing people is like mining for gold. You have to move tons and tons of dirt to find it—but you … More
Why Having a Pet Matters
— and Why Cats Are My Perfect Match Having a pet has been one of the best decisions of my … More
The Desire to Seem Virtuous
I’ve noticed something over the years — the desire to seem virtuous has slowly started to replace the desire to … More
“In the Middle of Every Difficulty Lies Opportunity.”
In the mid-1990s, the Philadelphia retail scene went through a major shake-up. The regional discount chain I had spent twenty … More
The $15,000 Cartier Watch
Read the story Today’s blog prompt asked: “What’s the most expensive personal item you’ve ever purchased for yourself?”Well, the question … More
The Most Expensive Personal Item I’ve Ever Purchased
my Phonak Sphere hearing aids. If you asked me the most expensive personal item I’ve ever bought — other than … More
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