Wade's Life LessonsDo you believe? Why? Is it faith? What do you believe in? Who do you believe? Who can you trust? I know what you’re thinking, this is a religious note. Well, it could be. But I see so much going on in the world today that I feel lost. I don’t know what to believe, […]
Failure hurts, but if we fail and try again, is it truly failure? When should you give up and pivot? Do you know what sucks, when someone says, “yeah, he tried that and he failed. That taught him a lesson.” I think we have to try and learn. I think people that fail only fail […]
I talk to a lot of people in the tech industry and now is a rough time. I know you probably hear all the stories of all the successful people out there. We love to listen to the Mark Zuckerberg and Bill Gates stories of success. Maybe Steve Jobs, the rebel is more your style. […]
Did you ever read an article or hear a story on the news and get fired up, even though it has nothing to do with you, your family, or even anyone you know? I have, over and over again. It’s embarrassing when I look back. How crazy is it we can just see the news […]
Hey, did you ever notice how when times are good, everyone seems happy and minds their own business? Then, as times get tough, two things can happen, at least the way I see it. People can band together and make good things happen. This is a good outcome, but there has to be a common […]
Have you ever had to research something? Sometimes you can be misled. That sucks, so here are some notes that may help. I am learning to read what matters at the time, if it’s a self-help or learning book. That is easier said than done. Skimming helps you focus on what you need to know […]
Hello 2024, goodbye 2023. To be honest I am glad 2023 is behind me, it was not a great year for several reasons. However, I am healthy and I’m doing OK. 2024 is not looking too much brighter in my industry or my company. So much uncertainty. Humans hate not knowing their future, in fact, […]
It’s time to put 2023 behind us, and not a minute too soon. In my industry, it’s been a tough year. Actually, 2024 doesn’t look much better, but I am optimistic. I always think things will get better, even if it’s a great year. Don’t get me wrong, I believe in risk and prepare for […]
Did you ever meet people who can remain calm throughout a crisis? I did and I am amazed. Not just medical or public safety, but people in ordinary jobs. It’s crazy how simple things can rock us. Were you ever given bad news about your health or finances? It sucks and it makes you irrational […]
I think as we move into the new year, we can make promises to ourselves, but does it matter? Does this new resolution mean commitment? Does it mean new habits? I think it depends how serious you are. So often people promise themselves they will do something, only to be disappointed and beat themselves up. […]