Inspiration
5 Questions for a CEO: Simms Jenkins, BrightWave Marketing
This is the fourth installment of my “5 Questions for a CEO” series. The first was with Raymond King, CEO of Zoo Atlanta; the second was with Devon Wijesinghe, CEO of Insightpool; and the third with Mark Feinberg, CEO of Uruut. I’ve known Simms Jenkins (CEO of BrightWave Marketing) for a long time and I’ve always…
Read MoreAn inspiring example of following your passion
This week I was able to catch up with a friend of mine who is easily one of the most talented people I’ve worked with. Her name is Lynn and she was one of the creative directors at Engauge (still is) when I was there. I bet we pitched over 20 pieces of new business…
Read MoreLet’s get crazy
Never underestimate the ability of a small group of committed individuals to change the world. Indeed, they are the only one end who ever have. – Margaret Mead And my guess is that in every case, everyone around them told them they were crazy for even trying.
Read MoreHow an Uber driver’s story gave me the confidence I needed
I love Uber. It’s fantastic and if you ever find yourself needing a “cab”, use Uber. And I think if you sign up with this link, we both get a free ride. The other day I was in downtown Atlanta, in the rain, at 4:15 and needed to get to Buckhead for a 5pm meeting.…
Read MoreRethinking why you have a job will help you understand the importance of finding a job that you love
I’ve written before with advice on making sure that your “job” is something that you love doing. Because, guess what, you’ll be doing a lot of it. @felfoldi wrote an interesting counter-point to that concept, essentially pointing out – not incorrectly – that there’s a good chance if you try to do what you love…
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