Starting March 14, I'm teaching a course that will help you speak more powerfully, connect more authentically and write more persuasively. At least that's what the course description says. It's …
How I Quit Smoking
Nine Eight Seven Six Five Four Three years ago today after 21 years, I quit smoking. It shocked people who knew me. Few believed - including me initially - I could do it. I started when I was …
Live Blog: Mommy’s Day Away
Like most mamas, Dee works really, really hard to make sure our children don't eat each other. Saturday, she set out for a richly-deserved day and night away from us. We hope she comes back. I …
My Favorite Super Bowl Ad
I love the concept. I love the copy. I love everything about it. It made me want to check out the car. I just wish the Chrysler Eminem Detroit Love Story had been for Ford. Sorry. I also loved …
“Yes, but it’s a wet cold …”
Heading out to Sioux Falls, South Dakota, this morning to kick off Behind a Wizard's Curtain: The 2011 Radio Advertising Workshop. It's, umm, kinda chilly there. I've got fleece packed and flannel …
What’s Your Super Bowl?
How you think it feels being Super Bowl XLV MVP Aaron Rodgers today? Wouldn't it be cool to feel like that? To be at the very top of your game? That sense of accomplishment from a season's worth of …