March 2006

Andes to the Amazon by lz in Reading Archive on 25Mar2006

Incredibly readable travelogue with tales from my kind of adventure-- bushwacking through countries without hotel reservations, camping on beaches, bicycling across South America. Bruce and Tess jump headfirst into their surroundings and experience local life as authentically as possible. The book covers journeys during a 20 year span from 1976...

It's Not What You Say... It's What You Do by lz in Reading Archive on 19Mar2006

Enjoyable read with good ideas. Building blocks: 1. Clear Direction: clear expectations that are SMART (specific, measurable, accountable, realistic, and time-bound). Guidlines for expectations: divide big ideas into small bites, get feedback, be hands-on, not what you say but what you do (follow through yourself). Negotiate boss's expectations if unclear-...

The Likeability Factor by lz in Reading Archive on 05Mar2006

It should be no secret that likeable people are more likely to get ahead in the world. If people like you, they're more willing to give you the benefit of the doubt, or a second chance, or a job, or their phone number. This was an enjoyable, quick read, filled...