Author Archives: Avish

Playtime for Adults!

Posted on April 2, 2009 by Avish

I just read the February/March 2009 issue of “Scientific American Mind” magazine. The cover story is titled “The Serious Need for Play,” and I think there are lessons there that everyone could benefit from. The premise of the article is … Continue reading →

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What Do You Do After You Win Three Emmys?

Posted on April 1, 2009 by Avish

Here’s an idea: You can take on a supporting role in “Spring Break Shark Attack”! I recently watched Spring Break Shark Attack on the Sci-Fi channel. I know what you’re thinking, but hear me out: Jaws is my favorite movie … Continue reading →

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Don’t Be Creepy

Posted on March 31, 2009 by Avish

I realize that a lot of what I talk about may not be rocket science. It’s pretty fundamental stuff that a lot of people just happen to not do, and I present it in a way that’s unique, memorable, and … Continue reading →

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Voices Inside My Head (and Yours Too!)

Posted on March 30, 2009 by Avish

(This is from my Improvised Musings E-Zine. Sign up for it now and get the MP3: “How to Think Quick” Free!!) I have a confession: I hear voices. Here’s a secret: you do to. We all have “little voices in … Continue reading →

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Things That Make You Go “Ding!”

Posted on March 27, 2009 by Avish

I’m Indian. And I like comics and superheroes. But I don’t even remotely understand this: Bollywood Dancing Superman and female Spiderman?? DING! This is either the most brilliant thing I have ever seen or something so awful it makes me … Continue reading →

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“Call me back,” Click. – Aaaargh!!

Posted on March 26, 2009 by Avish

You know what I hate? Receiving voicemails that simply say, “Hi, this is so and so, call me back.” Click. What’s up with that?!?! I hate it!! Ding! Give me some info! Why are you calling? What do you want … Continue reading →

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Shangrila May Be Closer than You Think!

Posted on March 24, 2009 by Avish

Have you ever been so focused on something that you missed the obvious? I did recently, but fortunately I learned a lesson from it… Last Friday night I was going out to meet some people for dinner at a restaurant … Continue reading →

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Pivot Points/Ding Points

Posted on March 20, 2009 by Avish

Seth Godin’s got a cool article about using your Mental Flexibility to make simple changes to stay competitive in tough times He doesn’t use the phrase “Mental Flexibility” but that’s what it is (and that’s the phrase I use). Think … Continue reading →

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The $1,000,000 Kick to the Crotch

Posted on March 19, 2009 by Avish

Would you let me kick you in the crotch as I hard as I could for $100? Before you answer, keep in mind that I have trained in the martial arts for over 20 years, and have a pretty strong … Continue reading →

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5 Examples of Why Building a Fan Base is Important

Posted on March 17, 2009 by Avish

I have recently come across the concept of “1,000 True Fans.” I read about it in Seth Godin’s book, Tribes, and his website (where he actually references this online article.To paraphrase, the concept is that once an artist (or small … Continue reading →

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