The Uncommon Life

‘Unreasonable’ does not necessarily mean rebellious. And it doesn’t mean going against the grain for the sake of being oppositional. Nor does it mean making unreasonable compromises. In fact, it means quite the opposite: NOT compromising in the face of paradox. Read this carefully…

The unreasonable game-changing individuals in the world enjoy uncommon results because they have developed an ability to uphold seemingly contradictory ideals at the same time. Read More →

Roughly three times per week I share concise advice alongside a colorful, thought-provoking image or as I call it, “paradigm bending pop-art.” Below are some of those posts (all titles are links) I have shared in the past few weeks that may help you lead an uncommon life… Read More →

It doesn’t take perfection, top-notch tools or world-class talent to do great work that’s recognizable and appreciated by others. It takes courage in the face of an unknown outcome and commitment of uncommon effort. Read More →

We live in a global village—a place whereby people can connect, share, and influence each other in ways never thought possible. And it’s those who most effectively engage with one another who will enjoy the personal and professional benefits… Read More →

Most things studied in college are quickly forgotten. Traditional education places an extremely high level of importance on detail, but this train of thought can be a hindrance, at times resulting in increased stress and workload. Why? An extreme focus on detail limits one’s ability to grasp the larger picture, which is critical to knowing what details to focus on. When you’re very close to every concept, everything appears important. Read More →

The discussion surrounding conventional education is changing and intensifying. This is a good thing because as the price to value of education continues to grow, people need to think seriously about their goals and how to best position their personal brand and market themselves for a promising future. Read More →

There are a lot of people who fantasize about traveling the world and working from anywhere on their own schedule. Few people actually do it. Natalie Sisson is one of these adventurous, risk-taking souls. But, according to her, she wasn’t always this way. The following is an interview with Natalie. Read More →

If you would have told me 5 years ago that too much learning could be detrimental, I would have sought the nearest soapbox to beam my message of opposition. But during these last two years, as I spent an increasing amount of time online, I’ve realized how a deep desire to learn (and even a unquenchable curiosity) can also be a liability. Read More →

We are entering a world with less certainty and stability than ever. What got us to where we are is not necessarily what will get us to where we want to go. In the following interview, young entrepreneur and author, Scott Gerber, offers his perspective about how to thrive in this new marketplace. Read More →

When asked the question, “Where do you go when you really need to get something done?” people do not respond in ways businesses expect. For a boss or company owner, the ideal answer would likely be “work.” But it seldom is… Read More →

Most people draw distinctively different lines between business and their private lifestyle. Personally, I see many striking similarities. As CEO of your life, it’s time to start thinking like one (and no, demoting yourself is not option). View yourself as a venture capitalist… your next great investment? You. Read More →

Just as an enlightened business would do, individuals should craft and uphold their own UVP (Unique Value Proposition) as a way to differentiate themselves and spotlight their talents and dedication. There are few feelings worse than sensing you are “expendable” and fearing an impending doom (in this case, job loss). Here are 10 tips that can help you become indispensable. Read More →