Gary V. at the Inc. 500

I’ve seen most of Gary Vaynerchuk’s keynotes over the years either online or even live. He’s an amazing speaker but I think that this keynote he gave at the Inc. 500 really stands out. Great stories and points regarding drawing lines in the sand with the way your business operates, social media, and customer service.…

5/19/11 – One Question

My friend Phil posted this video yesterday. Slow build up but well worth your time. Plus, it’s shot in Galway, Ireland (on Shop St. it looks like) – one of my most favorite places in the world. Don’t know what I’d say if someone asked me this question. Would you?

Michael Patrei and Ballou

When I gave a talk about Bootstrapping in the Mohawk Valley to the MV Young Professionals group last month, one of the points I tried to drive home was that you need to surround yourself with people that make things…and that you should make something too. Whether those things are businesses, films, music, art, pieces…

Knowledge and Mileage: Morocco

This past September, I journeyed to Morocco on a long-overdue adventure with 3 of the best travel companions you could ask for. The trip took us through Marrakesh and into the High Atlas Mountains. From sleeping in luxurious Riads to the floor of a Berber family’s home, it was quite the experience. Here is a…