Cornerstones features the writings of Jennifer StJohn and the Fusion Group editorial team. Enjoy these insightful and engaging essays for a different take on business, life and the pursuit of success and serenity.
The Mind Follows Where the Eyes Lead
The “Back to Basics” Series
“Be. Here. Now.”
—Yogic Admonition and Book Title
Baba Ram Dass (Servant of God)
Enlightened Yogi & Student of Neem Karoli Baba
(Also in this life, dismissed Harvard professor Richard Alpert and
Co-discoverer of LSD with Dr. Timothy Leary)
(1931 — )
“Trading Up” on Received Wisdom
The “Back to Basics” Series
“To avoid looking directly at someone, focus on the bridge of their nose. They’ll never know you’re not looking right at them! And, in a full room, never look right at anyone! You’ll just get confused and lose your train of thought. Instead, look at the clock on the back wall, and you’ll be
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We Call it Signature!
The “Back to Basics” Series
“It’s easy! Get the ball through the zone. Avoid the bat! But some guys make it beautiful!”
— Rollie Fingers
So, this guy throws his leg way up high in the sky. As it comes back down, he transfers the momentum and
Composition Wrap-Up, Bridge to Signature
The “Back to Basics” Series
“Going back to the basics strengthens your foundation.”
—Anonymous
“A human being is a composite of Body, Mind and Spirit. So is a presentation.”
— Jennifer StJohn
Imposing Limits
The “Back to Basics” Series
“I don’t need time. What I need is a deadline.”
Duke Ellington
American jazz pianist, Composer Conductor
(1899 — 1974)
“When will you make an end?” Pope Julius
“When it’s finished!” Michaelangelo
