“There are children playing in the streets who could solve some of my top problems in physics, because they have modes of sensory perception that I lost long ago”. J. Robert Oppenheimer Tabula Rasa is a Latin term meaning Blank or Erased Tablet.  In 1690, John Locke presented the concept that the human mind is…

I worked full time for over 45 years, and I can honestly say that during that period, my most satisfying work was the time spent training salespeople.  Many would posit that this is not the most honorable work; I respectfully disagree.  Too often the perception by the public is that salespeople are out for themselves…

Under the heading of full disclosure – I am a great admirer of Grant! What I find most appealing about Grant was his humility and lack of pretense. Grant was not a top student at West Point; many of his classmates were more gifted academically and they were projected to advance much more quickly through…

Author – Tom Monastra July 2024 “Always keep your ego in check and not be afraid to listen. Listening is a great art form.” Clint Eastwood Conflict and lack of respect for others has been part of the human experience from the beginning of time.  Most of us have struggled to follow the Golden Rule,…

Author – Tom Monastra – July 2024 Imagine you go into your therapist and the conversation goes like this: Therapist Susan- “So Joe, how was your week?” Joe – “To tell you the truth Susan, it was a tough week!  My girlfriend told me that she needed space because she is seeing someone else and…