I read a story of Richard Branson buying Necker Island for a mere $180,000, despite its $6 million asking price. You might think it’s all due to his negotiation skills, and I agree he must be quite the negotiator to reach such heights in business. But what struck me most was his confidence in making […]| JJ's Commonlog
When I first stumbled upon the idea of Big Hairy Audacious Goals, I wanted to chase dreams that made my spine tingle and my heart race. So, I aimed big: buying an apartment in Long Island, traveling the world, and so much more. But soon, I realized these goals didn’t fit who I was; they […]| JJ's Commonlog
You can sort any task into three categories:| JJ's Commonlog
• What’s the one thing you need to be fit? • Which one thing should a CEO focus on? • What is one single leadership quality? • Who is more important – customers or employees? I’ve heard such questions often. There’s no silver bullet, but we’re all looking for it. We hope we’ll find a […]| JJ's Commonlog
Building wealth has been a learning process for me. I tried being an independent consultant before it was popular. I designed systems for cardiac surgeons and cardiologists as well as trained doctors in using computers (in 1995). However, marketing was not one of my strongest areas. So, I became an employee.| JJ's Commonlog
The internet enables you to learn from anyone, anywhere. You can learn anything you want, even archaic subjects. After learning multiple subjects via the internet, I’ve found that two types of teachers are the most effective; and one type to avoid. Those who practice their craft and teach it well, like Dr Alan Weiss for […]| JJ's Commonlog
On day 50 of my writing journey, I thought I’d share the tools that help me maintain this creative flow.| JJ's Commonlog
No one teaches us how to be a dad. There’s no guidebook or class for it. We stumble through, learning as we go, making mistakes like our parents and others did. Time slips away so quickly that even when we learn a lesson, the chance to use it is gone; our kids have grown up. […]| JJ's Commonlog
You’ve only got 15 summers with your kids. After those 15 fleeting summers, they’ll spread their wings and leave the nest, forging their own lives. To build a close bond, you must seize these precious moments under your roof.| JJ's Commonlog
Writing, for me, is a quest for answers.| JJ's Commonlog
