Learning from the Past
Thomas Hellman is the Director of the W. Maurice Young Entrepreneurship and Venture Capital Research Center at the University of British Columbia. Thomas is a keen observer of entrepreneurs. He…
The iPad — My First Apple Computer
I recently bought an iPad. I have a lot of friends who have switched from a MS Windows laptop to a Macbook. I thought the iPad might be a kindler, gentler introduction to an Apple user experience for me. At least that’s the rationalization I give anyone who will listen. The real reason is that I got tired of doing all the technical support in our house and everyone else getting the new toys. Both my sons were jealous of my new iPad — mission accomplished.
Blown Off Course
Yesterday in Vancouver, where I live, there was a major storm. A cold front from Alaska brought Force 7 winds (gusts up to 100 km/hr) from the West. The resulting winds kicked up big waves in relatively protected English Bay. The wind and waves were enough to drive three sailboats on to Kitsilano beach.
Delivering On Your Promises
Many organizations make bold marketing promises. Few build the culture, people, and systems that can consistently delivery on the marketing promises. Top business coach, Kevin Lawrence, and I feature Mike…
Thriving Through the Downturn
We are all having to deal with the reality of the current business cycle. When this downturn started I surveyed over two hundred entrepreneurs with experience in downturns to discover…
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