Scouting is hard. We, as an industry, simply haven’t figured out how to appropriately measure and value intangibles. We’re still learning, and I have no doubts that a clever individual will create a method to do so. Right now, quantifying those intangibles remains elusive.In 2007, the year before Clayton Kershaw would make 21 starts for the Los Angeles Dodgers in his rookie … [Read more…]

In yesterday’s post, we riffed on behaving boldly, no matter your title or job description. Whenever possible, we provide a platform for those willing to speak up, take action and inspire us to move. Today’s powerful example comes from Kelly Nash, currently walking the walk and carrying a strong mind through her own career. Read, learn and enjoy. There is no such thing as … [Read more…]

We are not defined by our job descriptions. Whether you’re a CEO or an intern on your first day of the job, society’s boundaries are negotiable.In baseball, we have a saying. “You don’t have enough dirt in your spikes.” This statement is absurd. It’s used to suggest, because you’re a rookie, you’re incapable of contributing beyond your experience level. This mindset is … [Read more…]

Welcome back to our weekly open thread. For today, I have my eye on two goals:Answer a question posed by Ben Plan an indulgence for late next weekIn April of 2014, Ben wrote: How often would you recommend a cheat meal or even cheat day Kap? Perfect timing, Ben.I’ve been feeling like an indulgence is in order. I’ve been crushing organic yams, eggs, veggies, … [Read more…]

Attacking areas where you’re most vulnerable to failure and rejection is an exercise in confidence building. Who gives a damn if you lose a few battles en route to winning the war?Fear of embarrassment can be debilitating. It causes folks to live a passive, risk free life with little upside of richness and diversity of experience. At it’s extreme and in scientific circles, … [Read more…]