Here Are The 7 Most Powerful Ways To Have a Better Year
Instead I'd like you challenge you to be brave and address these 7 key anchors to having a better year.…
Why You Need to Stop Asking For Permission
I had lunch with a friend today. She told me she wished there were other people in her industry that…
10 Powerful Things You Need to Do Alone
There are many major decisions in life where you should consult the wisest people you know. There are other, profound…
The One Surprising Time It’s Acceptable to be Naked at Work
So I was in this, co-working law firm-ish looking office's conference room. I was starting to feel self conscious. Did…
The Most Powerful Thing I’ve Ever Learned
I'm letting go today. I have nobody to impress. My Dad already dug me pretty well, and I never needed…
I’m Addicted To Crossfit – Here’s What You Need To Know
I crave it. No judgement. Full support. No business. No family. No spouses. Just blood sweat and tears for one…
We’ll Get Together Then, Dad
I miss you Daddy, I love you Daddy. Thank you for your love, your guidance, and your affection. I miss…
Happy Mother’s Day to My Wife Laura
I'm not sure when I first fell in love with you. It may have been when we first met when…
One Simple Life Hack to Help You Create Good Habits
I don't pretend to have all the answers. But lately I've been implementing a little trick that has helped me.…
A Funny Little Story About a Seriously Big Mistake
In September of 1997, I was in graduate school at NYU. I was living in Queens, NY sleeping on a…
20 Inspirational Quotes to Kickstart the New Year
This morning I woke up early. Like really early. The kind of awesome early when (if you have kids) you…
5 Things My Grandpa Taught Me That Will Change Your Life
He replied from his bed “good morning.” Those would be his last words. That evening Papa passed away. It was…
What Do You Stand For?
I didn't expect it to bubble up like that, but it did. I can’t change the emotion. It just came,…
We All Have Our Breaking Point
It was 2007, and I worked at Azoogle (now, defunct). At the time, a multi–million dollar ad network. We ruled…
5 Simple Steps to Success
I was unceremoniously fired in 2009 from my job at Buddy Media. When it happened I was so stunned I…
I Love You Mom: A Mother’s Day Tribute
Mom embodies, the true ideal of “through sickness and in health.” Mom is the thankless soldier, taking on the burden…
Want to Be Successful? Get Angry
We're human, every single one of us. We feel happy, and sometimes we feel smart. Other times we feel stupid.…
I’m a Loser
I’m a loser. Really, I am. I’ve had my ass kicked so many times I’ve stopped counting. I’ve been fired…
3 Steps to Achieving Greatness
A few weeks ago I gave a speech during Catalyst Week. My agency Silverback Social was co-curating the week’s events.…
4 Lessons Derek Jeter Taught Me About Leadership
On July 9th, 2011 my father Adrian Dessi threw out the first pitch to start a Yankee game. You can…
Remembering Sean Lugano on September 11th
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College Students: Four Easy Steps to Clean Up Your Facebook Page Before the Big Interview
I’m usually pretty liberal with the conent that I allow on Facebook – this is mostly because I’m a 37…
Gratitude, Spirit & Social Media
The past two weeks have been nothing short of magical. It all started with Hurricane Sandy, and culminated in the…
Baby Steps
I’m not a runner – but I’m training for the New York City Marathon. I’m doing it to raise moneyand…
ING New York City Marathon: Running for Dad (Strike out ALS)
Recently I was at a family party chatting with my Uncle Joe. We were discussing the progress of my training…
‘Ted’ Punch Line is Offensive to Those Living with Lou Gherig’s Disease (ALS)
Today I read something that has me troubled. According to an article penned by Katie Moisse of ABC News -…
One Dollar Difference: Donate Today to Support Adrian Dessi, and the Fight Against ALS
This fall I’m running in the ING NYC Marathon. My first marathon! I’m running to raise money to support the…
In Business, Hugs Matter. Seriously.
I love to hug. Really, I do. I’m pretty good at it too- at least my daughters seem to think…
Shawn Anchor: The Happy Secret to Better Work – 21 Days of Happy
Oh mamma – I’m motivated. I love when I feel this way. Scratch that, I A-D-O-R-E when I feel this…
Your World is Exploding: How Social Media is Changing Everything-and How you Need to Change with it.
Since the publication of Your World is Exploding on Amazon, last Tuesday – I’ve been a wreck. Suffice to say…
10 Years Later: Remembering Sean Lugano on September 11th
This time of year, I have an ugly habit to obsessively review video of the terrorist attacks of September 11th,…
Jeter Gets 3,000th Hit…goes 5 for 5 in Yankees’ win
Some days are better than others. Some days stick with you. Some days, you can’t wrap your head around events…
Father’s Day
When I was in 8th grade I barked at my Dad over something foolish, ran to my room, and locked…
Happy Mother’s Day to My Mother Pat Dessi
Mother’s Day just came to a close (phew). After spending the day with my gorgeous wife, two beautiful little girls,…
A Mother’s Day Tribute
As I write this, I’m sitting on the floor in JFK airport. Oddly enough, I’m not traveling anywhere. I’m here…