Life As A Human's President (and chief bottle washer!), has been writing music, lyrics and poetry since he was a youngster. Spurred on by his friends and family (his daughter Robin in particular), in January of 2009, Gil started writing motivational and inspirational articles at his blog synaptici.com.
Gil is a musician at heart and has recorded an instrumental jazz/rock CD called Old Dog New Tricks. He has a burning passion for the arts and sciences (especially astronomy) and loves all things entrepreneurial. In his late 40's, he took up Karate and is now close to his black belt.
Be Responsive!
About 12 years ago, I was having a discussion with a colleague from Toronto on the subject of message overload. We both managed a sales force in our respective parts of the country. Both of us were receiving in excess of 60 e-mails and 25 phone calls … Read more →
Convergence: Seeing The Windows Of Opportunity
Whether you are looking to start a new business or seeking a new career, understanding the dynamics of convergence is very empowering. It can position you to capitalize on upcoming opportunities, which are usually exciting and financially rewarding. … Read more →
Overcoming Our Pain One Step At A Time
If you have endured some form of physical pain for an extended period, then you know how much it can affect your outlook on life. Physical pain can weaken our resolve and dampen our spirits. However, it does not have to rule our lives.
Seven Problem Solving Tips
Have you ever tried solving a mind teaser? For instance, move only three toothpicks from a tic-tac-toe type arrangement in order to make three identical squares. You ponder this endlessly and finally, when the answer comes to you, you wonder how you … Read more →
A Simple Smile
Everyone needs a pat on the back now and then. Even a simple smile can make a huge difference in someone’s day. It seems to me that this morsel of truth is becoming lost on a great many of us.
Life As A Human Likes #5
This week, we feature three terrific authors who have well-read blogs providing sound advice and insights that can help with your business life as well as your personal growth.
Waiting For Others Can Break Your Momentum!
Life As a Human is launching a new business category in which our writers will take a fresh look at the human side of business…and the business of being human. In this post, Gil Namur reflects that if you are waiting for others to complete tasks that are central to your progress, you shouldn’t wait too long. If you do, you could lose all of your momentum.
Who Stole The Night And With It, The Stars?
Ever since I was a young boy, I have loved the night sky. A favorite thing was to lie on my back, look up at all the stars and wonder if anyone else was up there, looking back at me. In my mind, I would trace out my own asterisms and give them goofy … Read more →
Of Skills, Talents and Gifts …
In some cultures, children are asked to consider a profound question at a very early age: Why are you here? The question is meant to get the child thinking about their purpose in life. I think this is a great idea and I really wish I had … Read more →
Life As A Human Likes…3
Life As A Human Likes is a weekly feature of fascinating, enlightening, fun or perhaps just odd blogs and websites that enliven the experience of being human. This week, we feature 2 outstanding sites that consistently provide excellent content to … Read more →
