As the story goes, when asked by his father about who chopped down the cherry tree, George Washington said “I cannot tell a lie, I did it with my little hatchet.” While this actually did not happen, throughout his life, Washington demonstrated a strict adherence to telling the truth, especially to himself. Historical accounts tellRead… Read more »
We are embarking on the greatest business revolution in 4 generations. It affects the whole economy. The biggest change in ownership since WWII is starting now and will continue through the next 15 years. More than one half of small and medium business in the American economy are owned and managed by Boomers, and willRead… Read more »
I never thought the dissertation would take as long as it is. I’m a writer by trade – a former journalist and editor – so for most of my career as a Ph.D. student, I’ve been looking forward to my dissertation. But, unfortunately, writing is not what I’ve done so far. I’ve spent hours, days,Read… Read more »
6 years ago, I accepted a position as an instructor in the Department of Communication at Mississippi State University. It is absolutely one of the best decisions I’ve ever made in my life. I have been fortunate to have a University who believes in tuition remission and a department head who has been as supportiveRead… Read more »
I should be writing a dissertation rather than a blog. I should be working on a survey rather than writing about the fact that I have to write a survey. I should be mid-air in my jump rather than on my tippy-toes about to push into the air. I should share my story with otherRead… Read more »
What’s a final if not a draft by any other name? When is a final “final”? Is a final ever final if it’s revised? What constitutes a revision? The answer to this and all other existentialist questions regarding document revisions can be summed up as follows: A final is just the latest draft that mayRead… Read more »
What a great two weeks we have coming up in sports… but first… the Hokie Guru is calling on you: You’re invited but your friend can’t come… After all, the Hokie Guru is an angel!! ‘ He is GUILTY… for preparing for his 20th reunion… he will wait for you to catch up!! And whateverRead… Read more »