Fun & Inspiration

I found this video on Tim Ferriss’ blog. If you’re not familiar with his work check out his site at www.FourHourWorkWeek.com. His book is one of my favorites of all time and his lifestyle is the envy of every Generation Xer, myself included.
In this video you’ll learn about Tom Wood - a former […]

Randy Pausch is a professor at Carnegie Mellon University. He has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and was told that he had less than six months to live. The University has a tradition where professors are asked to give a speech as if it were their last. What would they pass along […]

If this doesn’t get to you, you’re colder than I. Coming from a Canadian, that is saying a lot.
In all seriousness, this video is 10 minutes long. Take the time and watch it. If it doesn’t inspire you to go for what you want, I can’t imagine what would. This dad […]

Good old YouTube. If you need anything video-wise - something to inspire, amuse, depress, excite, gross out, etc. - they are always just a click away.
One of my loyal readers found this clip and sent me the link to it today. It is nothing too special but it is perfect for those of […]

Paul Potts is a cell phone salesman who knew that he wasn’t doing what he should with his life.  He overcame his fears and appeared on Britain’s Got Talent TV show.  Take a look to see the response he received.   Do you think his life is going to be a little different from now on?

Cold-calling is not a lot of fun but once in a while you’ll catch someone who understands what you’re trying to do.  This was one of those cases.  Warning: this does contain strong language so don’t watch this if you’re easily offended.

I’m not a big fan of advertising to begin with - unless it can be measured and proven to actually provide some kind of positive return.  However, wouldn’t it be nice if everyone was this honest?

Below is the commencement address delivered by Steve Jobs of Apple Computer fame.  It is an excellent and inspirational example of how we should all approach life.  Ironically, Mr. Jobs himself never graduated from college.
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Stanford Report, June 14, 2005
Text of Steve Jobs’ Commencement Address (2005)
 
This is the text of the Commencement address by Steve Jobs, CEO of Apple Computer […]

You don’t need to be a sports fan to appreciate the message in this video clip.

I can’t draw and my memory isn’t quite what it used to be.  After watching this incredible video, I don’t know if I feel better or worse.