Finding Cornerstones

“Turn left where the old oak tree used to be!”

– Anonymous

I asked directions on a country road in Louisiana. The old gentleman said, “Go down the road a piece, and turn left where the old oak tree used to be. Then go on ’bout five mile. You’ll meet up with the freeway presently!”
He was so matter of fact about it, that I had gone a “piece”

Promises made… Promises kept!

“The large print giveth and the small print taketh away…”
– Tom Waits
American Singer/Songwriter
(1949-)

There have been a lot of “Explanations” lately…

“Investment

Ancora Imparo

“And still I am learning!”
— Michelangelo

“Learning on the job is essential to judging!”
— John Paul Stevens
Associate Justice
United States Supreme Court
(1920- )

“The

Training in Paradise!

“Training in Paradise! It was the best experience of my career! What you guys have created there is a Masterpiece!”
– P.D.K., Participant

OK, You’re in a Manhattan conference room with God – and seven of your colleagues.  Your firm has arranged a two day Executive Session with the Creator. And

Facing the Fear

Public Speaking!  Perennial Winner of the “Top Ten Fears” Poll.

Short of leaving the country, or filling a prescription; is there a way to Vanquish this Fear?

In a word, Yes.  But it doesn’t involve turning your back, running away or taking a pill.

First, recognize that fear is a perfectly reasonable response to being told you have to stand and address your peers.  There’s considerable risk involved if you mess it up.  Ridicule.