Archive for January 2016
REVIEW Part II: A First-Rate Madness: Uncovering the Links between Leadership and Mental Illness
A First-Rate Madness: Uncovering the Links between Leadership and Mental Illness By Nasir Ghaemi, M. D. Review by John E. Wade II REVIEW Part II One of my personal heroes is Winston Churchill, who stood staunchly during World War II, inspiring Britain and the Allies to achieve their ultimate victory over Adolf Hitler, another figure…
Read MoreREVIEW Part I: A First-Rate Madness: Uncovering the Links between Leadership and Mental Illness
A First-Rate Madness: Uncovering the Links between Leadership and Mental Illness By Nasir Ghaemi, M. D. Review by John E. Wade II REVIEW Part I This is a fascinating book, explaining in a compelling manner how some of the greatest leaders of the past two centuries—Abraham Lincoln, Gen. William T. Sherman, Winston Churchill, Mohandas Gandhi,…
Read MoreMy Endorsement of Governor John Kasich as President
John R Kasich was elected governor of Ohio—a key swing state—first in 2011 and then reelected again in a landslide. He closed an $8 billion budget deficit without raising taxes and has reduced taxes by $800 million. Now that’s the sort of thing that can and would reduce our $200,000 per person national debt. This…
Read MoreThe Dangers Of Stress
We can make a reality that would be wonderful. It’s in our own hands and Gods. When one honks a horn universally and causes negative emotions in another human being(s), that’s a lack of kindness that produces stress. Stress is hurtful in many ways – recognized or not. We must move forward toward a kinder,…
Read MoreThoughts as We Begin the New Year, 2016
My first thought is personal. I want to marry Nancy and have a beautiful life together till death do us part. Nancy, will you marry me? I want our lives to be balanced, certainly with fun and excitement—such as attending a winning Saints game. But I want our lives to have meaning and to count.…
Read MoreREVIEW Part IV: The Business Solution to Poverty: Designing Products and Services for Three Billion Customers
The Business Solution to Poverty: Designing Products and Services for Three Billion Customers By Paul Polak and Mal Walwick Review By John E. Wade II Part IV The chapter, “Why Business is Best Equipped to Fight Global Poverty,” starts with a statement that I heartedly endorse, “It’s not just that traditional methods have failed. Businesses…
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