Lessons From 20 Years in Business: Following Your Heart is Not Enough

Twenty years ago I quit my job as a vice president at a top-10 PR firm. None of the things I’m doing now — author, professional speaker, workshop leader — were in my plan.

Hell, I barely even had a plan. But it all worked out … better than I would have dreamed.

As I celebrate two decades in business for myself (the anniversary is this month) here are a few hard-won lessons about finding your way in this world. But first, the story.

Why I Left a Great Job

Ogilvy was a great place to work. The people were (mostly) great, it’s...