The Deal Desk (blog)

October 30,2024: The science behind Artificial Intelligence has been compared to Victor Frankenstein’s desire to transcend human limitations and achieve greatness. The doctor’s brilliance as a scientist led him on a quest to conquer death by constructing and reanimating a “creature” from human remains. He did not anticipate the unintended consequences. Thus, “Frankenstein” might be…

October 23, 2024: It’s generally believed that language emerged around 50,000 to 100,000 years ago. As soon as we started talking, creating metaphors became part of the conversation. Our prehistoric ancestors would have created metaphors from their interactions with their world: a raging river described as a swift, dangerous lion, the security of the clan…

October 15, 2024: Luck, either good or bad, begins with the circumstances of where and when we were born, who our parents were, and our inherent talents and abilities. It’s basically all the things that are beyond our control and influence but have a huge impact on our lives. Next, there are the fortunate or…

October 5, 2024: Recently, I spent a day at Monticello, Thomas Jefferson’s home in Charlottesville, Virginia. I highly recommend the experience. A guided tour of his home, which he designed, sits on top of a hill (Monticello means small mountain), and a few hours at the nearby visitor center and museum provide a fascinating introduction…

September 29, 2024: On my last birthday, I marked off 66 years. Over the course of human history, I have enjoyed a significantly longer life than most people who were ever born. I do not take this cold fact for granted. “Going gray” has become a way to navigate the complexities of life. It’s better…

September 11, 2024: The Greek epic poem “The Odyssey” is believed to have been composed in the 8th century BCE, making it roughly 2,800 years old. The main character Odysseus (Ulysses in Latin) was known for his quick thinking and ability to adapt to various situations. “Polytropos” is how Homer described Odysseus. The Greek word…

September 4, 2024: Ikigai is a Japanese concept referring to the reason for being or the thing that gives your life purpose and meaning. It combines 1. Passion (what you love), 2. Mission (what the world needs), 3. Profession (what you are good at), and 4. Vocation (what you can be paid for). Finding your…

August 28, 2024: The Book of Proverbs is about 3000 years old and is believed to have been written by King Solomon. The phrase “steel sharpens steel” is often attributed to Proverbs 27:17, which states, “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” Recently, I had a conversation with a successful business owner who…

August, 22, 2024: The need for  “more cowbell from the classic SNL skit is all about injecting extra enthusiasm, energy, and effort into your performance to make it truly exceptional and unforgettable. This can be applied not only in music, where it can give a song a distinctive and memorable impact, but also in various other…

August 9, 2024: I’ve been reading “Meditations of Ralph Waldo Emerson – Into the Green Future” complied and edited by Chris Highland. It’s been on my bookshelf for a while. It has valuable and timeless insights and inspiration for mortgage loan officers on professional and personal development. Emerson’s essay “Self-Reliance” emphasizes the importance of trusting…