Author Archives: Ron Munroe

Flying – Then and Now

I’m preparing for a vacation next week in the Caribbean. In planning trips like this in recent years, I’ve noted how different the logistics of air travel are now than when I used to fly a lot, years ago. Back then, it … Continue reading

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The “Go-Live” Weekend

Large IT projects often culminate in a step referred to as “go-live” in which the new or upgraded computer system goes LIVE, meaning the software is installed and working on the computers, and users start to actually use it every … Continue reading

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“Fierce”, and scary, conversations

I’m trying to read books that I bought and put in my bookshelf, but never read, so I can throw them away. The one I’m currently reading is called “Fierce Conversations” by Susan Scott. I don’t recall why I bought … Continue reading

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A Pleasant Evening Highjacked

I recently traveled to join a friend and his family at a college graduation. The night before, we were to meet for dinner and then go to the outdoor dance on the campus. Seemed straightforward enough, but the evening went … Continue reading

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Finding inspiration in a long winter

In the first days of February, it seemed like we were going to get off easy this winter. We had gotten well below normal snowfall in December and January and winter’s end was in sight. Then, starting with the blizzard … Continue reading

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Escaping Sandy

Mine was among the communities that lost power in Hurricane Sandy; my house was out for 2 ½ days. Blackouts are humbling affairs. I worked from home that day and wondered anew whether the ancient trees surrounding my house would … Continue reading

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The 10,000 Hour Rule

Two books I read recently referred to the same intriguing theory: to become an expert in any complex skill requires 10,000 hours of practice, which equates to about ten years at 20 hours per week. Moreover, such dedicated practice may … Continue reading

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Appreciating good interviewing

I have come to appreciate the art of asking good questions and conducting good interviews. While I have long been curious about this subject, I was reminded of it through the media’s response to the recent death of Mike Wallace. … Continue reading

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Communication and the T

I take the train to work. For four years, I’ve parked at a commuter rail station that has free parking. It is a popular lot; people will drive a few extra miles to park for free. The lot does involve … Continue reading

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