Who’d have thought to combine Schumpeter and Smith! Oh and what lovely turn of phrase in “perpetual Munch’s Scream mode”, and reading “Smith with Schumpeter glasses”. :)
I am definitely biased because I never understood annual reviews either. I decided to think of it as part of living an examined life. And your insight on creative destruction will stay with me, as I try to continue living an examined life. I enjoyed this one so much Silvio. Love to Bruschetta!
"Growth happens in a non-linear fashion, but it happens. And it happens in increasingly greater upcycles because the lessons learned in every downcycle are the propelling force that will push things higher than they were before. "
I love that and the Patti Smith quote! Great essay/reflection, Silvio!
Creative destruction! It reminds of the contrast between Shiva, the destructive aspect of divinity in Hinduism (and I believe has heroic/positive connotations), and the Western view which typically has negative connotations associated with death, decay and rot. As Francis Weller (an interesting thinker) observes, we in the West are a culture of ascension. Everything must grow and progress, all the time! Another great piece, Silvio. Send my warmest regards to Bruschetta.
Your best piece so far Silvio 🙌 Bringing to my attention that Patti Smith quote that will forever accompany me, and then adding the Schumpeter layer (or glasses?) just made it so memorable and useful. Keep this beautiful articles coming!
This is packed with semi-serious wisdom :) You remind me to keep calm and put on my Schumpeter glasses. Cycles of many types come and go -- economic, professional, emotional. Reading this is well-timed as I (think) I'm emerging from a down cycle.
A beautiful and terrible post of great honesty and insight. It reminds me of the US General Sherman's remark, "It is well that war is so terrible, or men would love it too much."
Agreed on being repelled by the idea of an annual review. Still haven't done it, but still thinking about it. I enjoyed your thoughts on the matter, but honestly what stands out the most in the end is the visual of the rescued kitty with her cord still dangling from birth. Only saying so because you asked if anyone is interested in such things, and I think the answer is yes. These little stories bring so much nourishment, and even fodder for creativity. Umbilical Brushetta. If I were a musician I'd adopt it as my band name.
Who’d have thought to combine Schumpeter and Smith! Oh and what lovely turn of phrase in “perpetual Munch’s Scream mode”, and reading “Smith with Schumpeter glasses”. :)
I am definitely biased because I never understood annual reviews either. I decided to think of it as part of living an examined life. And your insight on creative destruction will stay with me, as I try to continue living an examined life. I enjoyed this one so much Silvio. Love to Bruschetta!
"Growth happens in a non-linear fashion, but it happens. And it happens in increasingly greater upcycles because the lessons learned in every downcycle are the propelling force that will push things higher than they were before. "
I love that and the Patti Smith quote! Great essay/reflection, Silvio!
Creative destruction! It reminds of the contrast between Shiva, the destructive aspect of divinity in Hinduism (and I believe has heroic/positive connotations), and the Western view which typically has negative connotations associated with death, decay and rot. As Francis Weller (an interesting thinker) observes, we in the West are a culture of ascension. Everything must grow and progress, all the time! Another great piece, Silvio. Send my warmest regards to Bruschetta.
Your best piece so far Silvio 🙌 Bringing to my attention that Patti Smith quote that will forever accompany me, and then adding the Schumpeter layer (or glasses?) just made it so memorable and useful. Keep this beautiful articles coming!
This is packed with semi-serious wisdom :) You remind me to keep calm and put on my Schumpeter glasses. Cycles of many types come and go -- economic, professional, emotional. Reading this is well-timed as I (think) I'm emerging from a down cycle.
You’re always thinking, Silvio!
A beautiful and terrible post of great honesty and insight. It reminds me of the US General Sherman's remark, "It is well that war is so terrible, or men would love it too much."
Agreed on being repelled by the idea of an annual review. Still haven't done it, but still thinking about it. I enjoyed your thoughts on the matter, but honestly what stands out the most in the end is the visual of the rescued kitty with her cord still dangling from birth. Only saying so because you asked if anyone is interested in such things, and I think the answer is yes. These little stories bring so much nourishment, and even fodder for creativity. Umbilical Brushetta. If I were a musician I'd adopt it as my band name.
Haha love the semi-serious tone of the story! ;)
I know this is not the point of the story...but I am so curious how you manage to calm your clients/yourself through this period of economic downturn!