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November 22, 2016
A Snowball’s Chance in… Oz?
Not content to come in fourth in the world medal count for the summer Olympics, Australians now want to make the podium more often in winter sports. Yes, Australia, that dry, flat, and unspeakably hot country with roughly 20 million people and 98 million sheep.* To that end, Aussies built a $45 million (US) winter … Continue reading A Snowball’s Chance in… Oz?
Chandra Clarke - Award-winning entrepreneur. Author. Professional Optimist.
November 8, 2016
Words to Remember from Steve Jobs
“Life can be much broader once you discover one simple fact, and that is – everything around you that you call life, was made up by people that were no smarter than you. And you can change it, you can influence it, you can build your own things that other people can use. The minute … Continue reading Words to Remember from Steve Jobs
Chandra Clarke - Award-winning entrepreneur. Author. Professional Optimist.
October 18, 2016
The Grass is Finally Greener
You’ll have to excuse us newly minted hybrid car drivers. We’re both slightly distracted and a bit smug. Earlier this year, my husband and decided to get a Prius. We’ve only had it a few months, but already the changes it’s produced in us are remarkable. First, you must understand that never in a million … Continue reading The Grass is Finally Greener
Chandra Clarke - Award-winning entrepreneur. Author. Professional Optimist.
October 4, 2016
Words to Remember From EB White
A response from EB White to a query about how to remain optimistic in the face of uncertainty. North Brooklin, Maine 30 March 1973 Dear Mr. Nadeau: As long as there is one upright man, as long as there is one compassionate woman, the contagion may spread and the scene is not desolate. Hope is … Continue reading Words to Remember From EB White
Chandra Clarke - Award-winning entrepreneur. Author. Professional Optimist.