It’s a familiar feeling for many creative professionals: the work you’ve poured your heart and soul into – the piece that has garnered praise from clients, readers, and colleagues – is the one you can’t stand to look at. You get compliments, accolades, and even a paycheck, but a nagging voice in your head tellsContinue reading “Why Your Own Best Work Never Feels Good Enough”
Category Archives: Perspectives
When Work Feels Like a Vacation
There’s something odd about working remotely and running your own show, especially when it’s something you love doing. I wrapped up my client(s) work early – not because I was rushing or watching the clock, but because I’d hit that sweet spot where the to-do list was done and my brain decided it had hadContinue reading “When Work Feels Like a Vacation”
Rant No. 1: The Screeching, Hellish Kid in the Restaurant
I’m happy, easygoing, and optimistic, but like most people, certain things get under my skin—not always, just sometimes. With that in mind, a multi-part Rant Series begins, designed to get a few things off my chest every Tuesday, with maybe some attempt at humor thrown in. Without further delay … You’re out for dinner withContinue reading “Rant No. 1: The Screeching, Hellish Kid in the Restaurant “
Why the Bar Regulars Get Away With Almost Everything (and Shouldn’t Always)
If you’ve spent any time at a local bar or restaurant, you’ve probably noticed something curious: there’s a small group of customers who seem to play by a different set of rules. They order off-menu, say things that would get anyone else kicked out, and somehow still get a warm hello, their drink poured beforeContinue reading “Why the Bar Regulars Get Away With Almost Everything (and Shouldn’t Always) “
The Unchained Columnist and Why I Visit Every Horizon
A good friend and I were chatting about everything a couple of weeks ago and, naturally, my blog came up in the conversation. He asked me why one day I’ll write about Pickleball, the next about the loudmouth at the bar, the next about the Great Lakes weather effect, and another about adult siblings driftingContinue reading “The Unchained Columnist and Why I Visit Every Horizon”
The Bartender’s Sixth Sense of Reading the Room Without Saying a Word
There’s something uncanny and intriguing about a seasoned bartender. They’re not just slinging drinks and wiping down counters like in a film noir. They’re watching, listening, and reading the room without ever letting on. To the untrained eye, they’re just moving fast and pouring accurately. But to anyone who’s worked in the business or satContinue reading “The Bartender’s Sixth Sense of Reading the Room Without Saying a Word”
The Loudmouth at the Bar
For fun, a change of pace, and other reasons known only to me, I am writing a series of blog entries about life at the local watering hole. It could be yours or my watering hole because they share many of the same traits no matter where they are or the theme of the place.Continue reading “The Loudmouth at the Bar”
The Impact of AI on Writing: Unveiling Capabilities, Limitations, and Future Collaboration with Humans
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked serious debate about its potential to replace various job roles, including those in writing. While AI has made impressive strides in generating text and automating content creation, the notion that it will fully replace human writers is complex. This blog entry explores AI’s writing capabilities, limitations,Continue reading “The Impact of AI on Writing: Unveiling Capabilities, Limitations, and Future Collaboration with Humans”
Understanding Drifting Apart Among Friends and Work Colleagues
A few weeks ago, I wrote about how siblings grow apart as they age and pursue different paths in life. Today, I am exploring a similar topic: how friends and former work colleagues—who were close during their time together—drift apart as time passes. The dynamic nature of human relationships often means that even the closestContinue reading “Understanding Drifting Apart Among Friends and Work Colleagues”
Patience: Key to Success
I am not the most patient person in the world. I like things when I want them and not later – especially when I am waiting for a potentially lucrative contract to come through, weight loss, or, okay, I admit it, anything I want. However, in recent years and because of recent events such asContinue reading “Patience: Key to Success “
John Berkovich Talks 