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What If I'm Wrong?
Sometimes the greatest growth begins with a simple question: "What if I'm wrong?" or years, I appreciated the band Rush far more than I actually enjoyed them. That probably sounds strange coming from someone who loves music as much as I do, but it's true. I respected the band's incredible musicianship: Neil Peart was one of the most innovative drummers of all time, Geddy Lee's voice and bass playing were unmistakable, and Alex Lifeson never seemed interested in simply shred
Bill Petrie
5 days ago3 min read


Creating Work for Someone Else
The burden of uncertainty usually falls on someone else. Most days, I have difficulty remembering where I left my keys or, even worse, what I was going to do when I walk into the kitchen. I suppose that's simply part of aging, that slight forgetfulness. However, every once in a while, someone says something that just sticks with you. Not because it's especially profound or a statement you agree with, but because it causes you to look at something differently. While planning
Bill Petrie
Aug 193 min read


The Space Between
Sometimes, the greatest breakthroughs happen when we stop chasing them. Sometimes, a phrase or sentence just sticks with you. It doesn't matter where you heard it or who wrote it. It settles in your mind and tends to resurface when you least expect it. That's exactly what happened to me with a line from a centuries-old sonnet. "The more we pause, the more we progress." For whatever reason, I can't seem to shake those eight words. At first, they felt completely backward.
Bill Petrie
Aug 123 min read
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