A while back we posted a piece on what makes a good Project Manager under the guise of instilling the attitude of F.E.A.R. in their team’s work thinking it would be a great way to make a point and hey, maybe add a little comic relief. Whether it was a big hit or not remains … Continue reading
Why do seagulls always get the bums rush? There are upwards of 70 breeds of gulls out there in North America alone and it doesn’t seem to matter what type they are or where you are they always seem to be the albatross of the waterfront bird. Cursed. Is the gull so hated because of … Continue reading
What’s your ultimate comfort food? How about the good old back to basics PB + J sandwich? Ha, unless you have a nut allergy I know you love it (surprisingly 1% of North Americans actually have a peanut allergy, that’s huge). Personally, I am one of the fortunate ones so a PB+J is my version … Continue reading
I love live (well, I guess I love too) in Toronto, Canada and I have this website where I broadcast to the world my feelings and insights about a variety of topics on design, project management and leadership; the things I love live. In an effort to “up my game” I have hired a web … Continue reading
When you approach an entrance what does it tell you? It’s a question that doesn’t come to mind regularly at all. If you are in the design profession; either A+D (Architecture & Design), Urban Planning or even Industrial Design you deal with entrances as part of your day to day life. As you design and … Continue reading
Here I go again delving into a field I have no business mucking about in. The world of the dominatrix is one that is not easily written about. The reason I am even venturing down this path is because that guy Seth Godin said something recently that I took to heart. It went something like … Continue reading
Coffee. Yeah, sorry about that. The title has NOTHING to do with the content. That’s the point today and if you would be so kind; please stay with me. The culture of coffee is as rich as its color and aroma. Think about that aroma, its complexity, its notes and the nuance of bitter smoke. … Continue reading
Saying you can multi-task is like saying you can juggle. There are jugglers and then there are the rest of us. I can juggle maybe three balls and NOT WELL at that. Then you see those guys and gals at Cirque Du Soleil and your mind is blown. You know the ones that have 14 … Continue reading
The independent mind. What a beautiful thought. I often think about a collective attitude, integration in a team environment and commonality of purpose when I think about the places I have worked and what my passion is; project management. I am wondering if you, whatever you do, consider the people you work with like-minded? Do … Continue reading
One thing that most everyone has is a wallet. A wallet is a ubiquitous accessory. It is also an object of industrial design that serves a singular purpose while leaving so much room to become superfluous. Think about that. It can be as simple as a bill fold. Elegant. Sleek. Or it can be as … Continue reading