Recently, I was reminded of an encounter way back in 2008 that left a lasting impression on my friend Tony.
We were in Shanghai having a quick lunch at a restaurant on a business trip. The table conversation was unremarkable, centering on preparations for a presentation of a technology solution we were offering to a large media company. We were slightly jet lagged, tired, moderately stressed and a long way from home.
When the plates were empty and the afternoon’s tasks had been discussed and divided, we got up to leave. Tony forced his chair back from the table, stood and started to walk away. I stopped him. Read More