Have you noticed as more and more of the world goes online and we become more and more connected (yet more independent) that all the… Continue…
Category Archives: Leadership
Are You Dreaming or Anticipating?
I’m an anticipation junkie. I think I actually get more enjoyment out of the excitement that builds up before doing something than actually do it… Continue…
You Can’t Get There From Here: A Few Stories About Backtracking
Problem: If you’re on the wrong path, no amount of tweaking or persevering will get you where you really want to go. You’re headed down a dead end. Solution: Backtrack until you’re in a familiar place, and try again. Repeat as necessary. *** Life goes fast, and it’s easy for even the best laid plans… Continue…
Happiness For Sale
The gist: Happiness can’t be bought, but it can be sold. Selling happiness is something we do every day, often without realizing it. *** Whoever said you can’t put a price on happiness probably never actually tried. The truth, I believe, is actually the opposite. Not only can you put a price on happiness, you… Continue…
The Bring Your Own Awesome Policy
“Man, I’ve been on so many dates recently; it’s almost starting to wear me out a little,” I half-complained, half-boasted. “And I think I need to check my bank account—dating is expensive!” “Tyler, what are you trying to accomplish here?” was D’s only reply. “Are you trying to find a girlfriend? Because you’re doing it… Continue…
The Dairy Queen Story: A Smart Riskologist’s Guide to Building a Better Microbusiness
I’m not a fan of fast food. It’s horrible for you, it doesn’t taste good, and I hate myself every time I eat it. Luckily (for both of us), this story is not about fast food. It’s about a very clever business that built a small empire called right under the nose of its competition.… Continue…
The 5-Step Risk Analysis Plan for Any Life Goal
Fellow Riskologist, If the source of your fears remain the same throughout your life, I’d argue you’re not truly living. Last week, I published a piece called The Risk-Taker’s Boogeyman syndrome, and many brave Riskologists answered my call to arms: Identify where your fears come from—where your boogeyman lives—and take a step towards moving them further… Continue…
Break Any Personal Record With the +1 Theory of Human Achievement
Fellow Riskologist, What holds you back the most? If you have a dream you haven’t realized yet, what keeps you from pursuing it? Typically, it’s a fear of failure. No one wants to set a goal they don’t believe they’ll actually reach. And if you continuously set goals that are too high, you set yourself… Continue…
The 10 Bands Theory of Originality
Fellow Riskologist, What does it take to be truly original? When you think about your favorite artists, musicians, writers—or any other creative type—do you ever ask yourself, “How do they do it?” Would you be surprised to know the answer is they just ripped off their own favorite artists? Would you be more surprised if… Continue…
Maybe You Can Say What You Really Think and People Will Still Like You
Fellow Riskologist, I remember as if it were yesterday. Young, college punk Tyler was out walking around Portland on a Saturday night with some students. I didn’t know everyone; I was tagging along with a new friend and his group. As we walked, I pulled a stick of gum from my pocket, popped it in my… Continue…