We have to have courage to see the Infinite Game—to see the purpose of business as something more than simply making money. Video from Nordic Business Forum (Helsinki) 2025, in conversation with Maddy Savage
Where a finite-minded player fears new or disruptive things, the infinite-minded player revels in them. Video from Globo (November 2025) in conversation with journalist Rodrigo Carvalho + + + Simon is
The struggle is the point. The process of figuring things out is what teaches us, fulfills us and, in the end, makes us happy. My fear is that AI makes it easy to skip that process entirely, including
Technology is supposed to make life simpler. If any tech makes us feel left out, disrespected, or callous, it's either misused or unnecessary. Video from SHRM26 (June 2026) in conversation with Bamboo
Excited, scared, or dead inside? Harvard professor and happiness expert Arthur Brooks says those are the three feelings your gut sends when you face a big decision, like a new job, a move, or a propos
Whether at a small team event or a large conference, in that moment you're a community. And that community is a group of people who showed up and agreed to grow together. Video from Globo, November 20
Things last longer when we compete against ourselves for the good of others instead of competing against others for the good of ourselves. Video from Nordic Business Forum (Helsinki) 2025, in conversa
Executives who prioritize shareholders over employees are like coaches who put the desires of fair weather fans before the needs of the players on the team. Video from Autodesk One Team Conference, Ma
When those in charge give resources and guidance to those not in charge, then step back and let them take responsibility, that's leadership. Video from LeanScaper Revenue Intensive, January 2026, in c
If you're looking for a sign to try that new thing you've been putting off, this is it. Take a cue from Rob Lowe and say, "You know what... screw it," then see what happens. You may surprise yourself.
Companies with a WHY see money as the fuel to advance their Cause. Those with no WHY see money as the purpose and treat people like a disposable commodity. Video from Globo, November 2025, in conversa
Say "cheese" and you get a smile. Say "prune" and you get cheekbones. A Bit of Optimism is taking a brief hiatus, and we'll be back with brand-new episodes in a few weeks. Until then, we're revisiting
