When I was younger, the idea of applying for Medicare seemed like a distant, almost surreal concept. I never thought I’d reach that point in my life where I’d be old enough to qualify. But as the saying goes, time flies, and here I am, embarking on a new chapter of my life – one […]
Embracing this Unthinkable FIRST: My Journey to Medicare Read More »
and A few Firsts along the way… There’s something inherently invigorating about combining physical activity with mental stimulation. On a crisp beautiful sunny morning not too long ago, I embarked on a 7-mile plus walk to and from a networking group breakfast meeting. This wasn’t just any walk, though. It was an opportunity to dive
A Memorable Walk: Reflecting on “The Power of Moments” during a 7-Mile Trek… Read More »
As a first-time visitor to Belfast, I had the privilege of delving into the still segregated city’s complex past through the eyes of a remarkable individual: a black cab tour guide who not only lived through the Troubles but actively participated in them as a youth, eventually serving time in prison. This unique perspective from
I am taking my dying Father’s words to heart … “I’m doing it while I can.” I’m traveling and experiencing life while I still have my health and am able to get around to see the world. You don’t have to travel around the world to do this. I go out for a daily walk
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What an eye-opening experience I had last week listening to the future possibilities of AI (Artificial Intelligence) from a pioneer in the space – Taryn Southern. The guest speaker is a digital revolution expert, known for her work at the intersection of emerging technology and human potential. It was Taryn’s first-time visiting Philadelphia, and my
AI is here. Now what? Read More »
I hosted my first Podcast at the Pyramid Club in Center City Philadelphia this past week. The Podcast is called “Trophy Moments & a few Firsts, with Keith Baldwin.” On the Podcast I cover two topics with my guests for 30 minutes. One is looking back at the “Trophy Moment” of my guest’s life for
Trophy Moments with a few Firsts. My FIRST Podcast! Read More »
It hit me like a sledgehammer as I sat talking to a contemporary in my industry this past week. They were looking for me to possibly take over their business. He was aging (over sixty) and was tired of the 60-to-80-hour weeks of hard work in running his business. He had worked in it (not
The dramatic effects of Continuous Improvement over time… Read More »
A business colleague of mine sent out a request to my national industry group this past week to “Chime In” and asked “What is your favorite BOOK?” She asked the group to… “Share one: One that you’ve read again and again, or that had a profound impact in your life and/or your business“… “Or share
Summer reading and a listening First… The Tao of Pooh Read More »
Tomorrow is my 65th birthday. WOW. 20’s is old when you are a teenager. 30’s was “over the hill” when you were in your twenties. 40’s and 50’s seemed decrepit in your thirties. 65 is OLD at any time, unless you are 65 – which I now find myself. Now my 87-year-old Mother, who we
A BIG Birthday with perspective Read More »
This is a picture of me from July 1st, 2020. I was about to embark on a first for me, that started my journey of A Leap Year of Firsts – flying a plane. I had committed to doing this in front of a room full of one hundred people on December 5th, 2019 –
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