Archive - charliep

I bought a Subaru

“us” cars are what life is all about

Mar 3

February 2026

The Remote Work Secret Nobody Wants to Admit

Hiring remote workers sounds simple — until you realize not everyone who wants to work remotely actually works remotely.

Feb 27

1:28

Three Words That Will Save Your Investor Pitch — and Your Reputation

When an investor asks you something you don’t know, what do you do?

Feb 20

1:55

Walking Networks and the Art of the Smart Ask

Most job seekers ask for introductions the wrong way — and it kills the whole chain before it starts.

Feb 13

1:03

Whose Funeral Would You Attend Tomorrow? That’s Who You Should Call Today.

I just attended a funeral.

Feb 11

Mission, Passion or Plan

What matters most?

Feb 6

1:08

I Was a Pompous, Egotistical, Narcissistic, Drunk. Then…

The Day We Changed Our Focal Point, Our Marriage Changed With It

Feb 3

January 2026

My OS: Reflection After the Argument

In this conversation with Gregg Hinthorn, I explain how I process hard conversations.

Jan 30

1:27

Meetings Don’t Fail. Facilitators Do.

Meetings fail for one reason: no one protects attention.

Jan 27

The Most Meaningful Work I Didn’t See Coming

Have you ever said yes to a conversation with someone you didn’t know, and realized afterward it changed how you think about your work or your life?

Jan 23

1:08

What Makes Musk Special?

I was having lunch with my friend Jim Grady.

Jan 20

Life taught me business the expensive way.

Jan 16

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