FoD #177: who's zoomin' who?
And now, a haiku only preamble.
Continuing to shake things up, I though I would deliver to you an intro of thoughts and observations in the form of a series of haikus this week. Enjoy.
February sang
"Plenty of time for haircut."
Regret listening.
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Obsessed with number of "likes."
Accomplish more first.
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These "uncertain times"
So played out by companies.
Make it certain, bro.
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Aretha was wise
Saw future in '85.
Asked "Who's Zoomin' Who?"
(credit to FoD Tom Burg for idea for this one)
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I have seen it all.
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Family game night
Once a welcome chance to bond.
Now certain blood sport.
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Social distancing
Cured one corporate illness:
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All haiku intro
Could have been a much worse choice:
All Caillou intro....
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More podcasts are up.
Insightful words shared by all.
You will learn something.
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Yes, tough times ahead.
The show must go on.
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That is all. Recording some more podcasts this week. Definitely shoot me an email or text and let me know how you are doing!
And Happy Mother's Day to the Mom FoDs. Mark Wahlberg told me to say hello...
Have a great weekend.
XOXO
Dave
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