Writing

Non-Fiction

The Common Language of Sports
Behind every sports fan, there is an origin story.

Originally published on F/X: May 21, 2024

Doom Guy by John Romero
Audiobook Review

Originally published on TechXY: April 28, 2024

Eclipse Fall
Remembering Isaac Asimov's classic "Nightfall".

Originally published on F/X: March 30, 2024

Thank You, India
Insights from 8 Days across 3 cities in India.

Originally published on F/X: March 25, 2024

We Need to Expand Our Definition of Hybrid Work
Thoughts on the state of hybrid and remote work.

Originally published on Reworked: February 27, 2023

Business 101: Meetings
Navigating meetings in the workplace.

Originally published on LinkedIn: September 21, 2022

Labor Day Labs
Rethink resolutions...in the fall.

Originally published on LinkedIn: September 9, 2022

Business 101: Email Management
Tips for managing email.

Originally published on LinkedIn: June 1, 2022.

The Sports Fan in the Arena
Reflections on sports.

Originally published on Medium: January 25, 2022.

Remembering Dennis Carey
With the 20th anniversary of 9/11, I want to introduce you to Dennis Carey.

Originally published on Medium: September 11, 2021

Why I Finally Stopped Chewing Tobacco
Retrospective of my experiences using and ultimately quitting chewing tobacco.

Originally published on The Good Men Project: May 24, 2020
Reposted on Medium: May 25, 2020

Disney Denouement
Reflections on three Disney spring break vacations in three years.

Originally published on Medium: April 9, 2018

5 Keys to Building a Powerful Candidate Experience
Key candidate experience areas to focus on other than your career site.

Originally published on LinkedIn: November 27, 2017

When Weak Connections are Valuable at Work
New networking tools enable us to cultivate workplace connections with people we rarely (or never) see but who can help us in important ways.

Originally published in Information Outlook: March/April 2016

The Lesson of Character in Four Falls of Buffalo
My thoughts about the ESPN film.

Originally published on LinkedIn: December 18, 2015

Last One to Bid Turn Off the Lights
Reflections on my startup.

Originally published on LinkedIn: September 23, 2015

Lake Effect Life Lessons
When life gives you two feet of lake effect snow, make lake effect lemondade.

Originally published on LinkedIn: January 11, 2015

The Most Important Social Media Lesson from the Movie "Chef"
Insight from the film about social media's role in building a brand image.

Originally published on LinkedIn: December 24, 2014

12 Most Distinct Twitter Follower Types
A light-hearted look at follower behavior on Twitter.

Originally published on 12 Most: January 7, 2014 Reposted on Ragan: January 21, 2014

12 Most Critical Prerequisites of a Brand Refresh
Brand refresh lessons.

Originally published on 12 Most: May 17, 2013 Reposted on Ragan: June 24, 2013

Ebenezer Scrooge Could Teach You A Thing Or Two About Networking
The ghosts of Christmas networking remind you to give back.

Originally published on Business Insider: December 27, 2012

'Tis The Season To Value What We Have, Not What We Don't
Life Lessons from It's a Wonderful Life.

Originally published on Business Insider: December 27, 2012

12 Most Asimovian Reads Worth Your Time
This post celebrates Isaac Asimov and recommends 12 essential Asimov reads.

Originally published on 12 Most: October 25, 2012

Here's How My Daughter Will Be Using Tech To Manage Her Career In 2025
How will the class of 2025 use mobile and social technology?

Originally published on Business Insider: September 19, 2012

10 Tips For Building Strong Professional Relationships
Inspired by the film "Sideways", this post recommends 10 ways to nurture your professional network.

Originally published on Business Insider: August 31, 2012

12 Most Intergalactically Enduring Life Lessons from Star Wars
Life lessons from a galaxy far, far away.

Originally published on 12 Most: June 29, 2012

Your Professional Network Isn't Weak Enough
This post focuses on weak ties in professional networks and the importance of cultivating more diverse networks ties.

Originally published on JobMob: June 27, 2012

12 Most Striking Comparisons of Technology Companies to Countries
This articles compares twelve technology companies with countries.

Originally published on 12 Most: February 21, 2012

Recession-Proof Yourself
This article provides tips and suggestions for managing your career in challenging economic times.

Originally published on Career Rocketeer: October 21, 2011

12 Most Massively Critical Things to Do Before You Work from Home
Millions of Americans work from home. Here's how to set yourself up for success in your mobile home office.

Originally published on 12 Most: September 1, 2011

#RIPforTwitter? Not so fast.
Why Google+ is not a threat to Twitter.

Originally published on Computerworld: August 1, 2011

10 Ways Social Media Can Help "Flip" Your Network
This short article details how you can use social networking sites to transform your professional network -- similar to how a real estate investor might "flip" a house.

Originally published on SmartBlog on Leadership: June 6, 2011

Rob
Rob is an audio column I wrote in remembrance of my cousin.

Originally aired on WBFO on October 3, 2006.