Why is it that more often than not an artist’s freshman effort outshines his sophomore effort?
And why is “beginner’s luck” so prevalent in just about every field of creativity?
These are questions I’ve been thinking about lately. And just so we’re tracking, let me share an example with you.
Back in 1995, Jars of Clay released their [...]
There is nothing quite as polarizing as religion and politics. And while this blog is primarily about business and copywriting, I’m not shy about my beliefs.
For instance, my Digg profile is filled with political and world news. I’ve used Twitter and Facebook to broadcast some polarizing views in both politics and religion. And I’ve even [...]
Opportunity is both a blessing and a curse.
The problem with opportunity is not that there is too little of it, but rather that there is too much. We are awash in opportunity to the point of confusion and indecision.
Should I do this or that? Go here or there?
The questions are endless.
Anymore, the goal is not [...]
On Saturday, my wife and I decided to drive around a little bit before we went home. We enjoy checking out different neighborhoods because we’re renting and we hope to move again soon.
So when we saw an open house we decided to drop in.
The realtor talked our ear off.
Furthermore, much of what he said was [...]
When the Titanic was finally finished being built, it was the largest passenger steamship of its time.
It was a site to behold, having been designed to be both functional and beautiful. (The fourth smoke stack was merely an ornament to make the ship look more impressive.)
Some of the wealthiest citizens of the early 20th Century [...]