Steve-G

“Well the first of December was covered with snow, and so was the turnpike from Stockbridge to Boston... though the Berkshires seemed dreamlike on account of that frosting... with 10 miles behind me and 10,000 more to go." JT

Japanese actor Hiroyuki Sanada spoke about the contradictions of human nature: “Some people dream of having a swimming pool at home, while those who have one hardly ever use it. Those who have lost a loved one feel a profound sense of loss, while others often complain about their living relatives. Those without a partner long for one, while those who have one often don't appreciate it. The hungry would give anything for a meal, while the satiated complain about the taste of their food. Those without a car dream of owning one, while those who have a car are always looking for a better one.” The key to happiness is gratitude: truly seeing and appreciating what we already have, and understanding that somewhere, someone would give anything for what we take for granted.

This isn't the article I thought I'd be posting today. But it's definitely the most important AI piece I've ever written. Several close friends read it before I published, and every single one told me I had no choice but to publish it. Read it, and you'll understand why:

The most entertaining two minutes I've watched today.

Van Morrison performing Into the Mystic live in the 70s is proof that real music never dies. It’s warm, timeless, spiritual, and somehow still better than most of what came after it.

Prince: Can I play my guitar? Who the hell has the right to say no?

Two of my all-time favorites: Bob Dylan and Johnny Cash. When they sat down together and recorded Girl from the North Country, it wasn’t just a duet… it was a moment in time.

Ditch 2 hours of Netflix today… watch this instead. I promise you won’t regret it.

Aretha Franklin was a surprise guest performer at the Kennedy Center Honors tribute to Carole King, who co-wrote “Natural Woman.” Aretha noted in a Vogue interview, “Carole didn’t know I was going to be there at all. That’s one reason she was excited.”

Against All Odds (Take a Look At Me Now) - the piano ballad that silenced Wembley Stadium. At Live Aid 1985, PHIL COLLINS delivered one of the most emotional moments of the entire day. Such an iconic performance!

You are the reason, I’ve been waiting so long Somebody holds the key …

“The Wind Cries Mary” - Jimi Hendrix TV Appearance, Stockholm ‘67 Colorized x.com/JVPALT1/status…

@TahraHoops so pathetically sad. Won’t do very much for his self-esteem in the years ahead. Life is short and memories are short.

They just all sit there for 3+ hours and say, "Yes, yes, good job Mr. President. All saved now." and carry on about their days. This is like a Family Guy cut away skit.

So good, watched it so many times ❤️

Imagine living in the 1960s and getting to see Cream perform live!!! 😮‍💨

Iranian chess player Dorsa Derakhshani was given an ultimatum by the Islamic regime: wear the hijab or you’re banned from competing. She didn’t just refuse; she joined the U.S. team, became a Chess Grandmaster, a world champion, and recently started medical school.

Love being asked for samples of #HR / #HCM / #HRTech topics I’ve enjoyed speaking / writing about, so here’s a Baker’s Dozen: linkedin.com/posts/sbgoldbe…

Some of my strongly held #HR / #HCM / #HRTech points of view, in case useful … linkedin.com/posts/sbgoldbe…

One of my fave #HRTech related guest appearances in the last year. The 33-min youtube includes me being asked about some of the key learnings in my career — as well as some of the mistakes made. Hope you’ll find it worth a listen. lnkd.in/edzz8-UB linkedin.com/posts/sbgoldbe…

Found this pic on my phone but I truly can’t remember the #HRTech talk or event. linkedin.com/posts/sbgoldbe…

One of the 20+ #HRTech talks I did this past year was subsequently recapped in that sponsoring vendor’s own blog. (Thanks ⁦@eightfoldai⁩ … lnkd.in/e_N4PDjy) A few excerpts: linkedin.com/posts/sbgoldbe…