Jeff Bezos on Passion
Image by Getty Images via Daylife Enjoyed this comment from founder of Amazon.com, Jeff Bezos on the role of passion in starting a business… One of the huge mistakes people make is that they try to force an interest on themselves. If you’re really interested in software and computer science, you should focus on that. […]
Dealing with bad news
There was an article in the WSJ this morning about supporting loved ones when they find out they have cancer. I immediately had opinions on the article because I remember my own experience very clearly with my mom. I remember cleaning out my college apartment when she called me to give me the news, and […]
This American Life…on Love / relationships
Listen: This American Life I finally was able to listen to this podcast on love as recommended to me by my friend Jerry. It’s really a fascinating episode (the podcast in general is great). The most interesting quote from this show (which sort of confirms my thoughts from the other day): “Psychologists say that […]
Buffett’s Words of Wisdom…
(on flickr from trackrecord) I finally sat down and took some time to read through Warren Buffett’s annual letter to shareholders for 2007 (released a few weeks ago). As always Warren teaches and shares so much about life and business. I’ve really become a big fan of his after reading R0ger Lowenstein’s book: Buffett: […]
Video – Breaking News Videos from CNN.com
“sometimes you have to stand up in harm’s way whether you know it’s coming or not….” I found this guys clarity and dedication of his purpose inspiring. Check it out. Video – Breaking News Videos from CNN.com
The Equity Equation
Trying to figure out the “equity equation,” Paul Graham of course has a great article on the topic. Definitely worth a read… The Equity Equation
IS THIS THE MOST POWERFUL MAN IN SPORTS?: GQ Features on men.style.com
“IS THIS THE MOST POWERFUL MAN IN SPORTS?” Sounds like it after reading this GQ article. This is a highly entertaining article that shows power of proximity. Sometimes it’s more than what you do or what you’ve done, it’s who you know. IS THIS THE MOST POWERFUL MAN IN SPORTS?: GQ Features on men.style.com
blog.pmarca.com: The Pmarca Guide to Startups, part 4: The only thing that matters
Another great posting from a great entrepreneur taking a glimpse at what makes a startup successful. I highly recommend any entrepreneur to go read this post. blog.pmarca.com: The Pmarca Guide to Startups, part 4: The only thing that matters
The Wealth Report – WSJ.com : The New Rich: Self-Made or Family-Made?
“70% of the nation’s big family fortunes are less than 13 years old” and “the people who amassed them are, first and foremost, entrepreneurs — risk takers for whom wealth is a byproduct of pursuing their passion.” The Wealth Report – WSJ.com : The New Rich: Self-Made or Family-Made?
Money & Business: Executive Picks – US News and World Report
The best business books of all time? Here are the choices of a panel of CEOs and experts from US News and World Report. No big surprises here, but worth a read. Money & Business: Executive Picks – US News and World Report