Knowledge and Intelligence | Weekly Report for August 4, 2023
Some people use the words “knowledge” and “intelligence” interchangeably. As a former English major, I understand that words can have the same or different meanings and sometimes that difference can be nuanced….
10 Ways Marketing Is Like Fishing | Weekly Report for June 9, 2023
There are many benefits to fishing. Sunshine, fresh air, and sometimes fishing turns into catching. On a recent outing with friends down on the river, we got skunked. However, we…
I’ve Changed My Mind About Millennials | Weekly Report for May 26, 2023
When I was in my 20s, they called my generation “lazy,” “apathetic,” and “couch potatoes.” You see, the typical 90s Gen Xer was not the strong, smart, happy-go-lucky, independent generation you see…
Commencement Advice: Wear Sunscreen | Weekly Report for May 12, 2023
The commencement speaker at Virginia Tech’s graduation this morning was Jean Case, Chairman of National Geographic Society and CEO of the Case Foundation. It was a nice speech delivered by “a digital pioneer.” Case started her…
Review of 2022 | Weekly Report for December 30, 2022
Tomorrow is New Year’s Eve – and the last day of 2022! This year has been full of twists, turns, and trips on the Tug Life. I asked the crew about…