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  • When No Doesn’t Work
    communication, culture, decision making, mental-health, persuasion, professional development, self improvement, skills, wellness

    When No Doesn’t Work

    Jan 21, 2025

    Some people can’t take no for an answer. Here’s how…

  • When Saying Yes Feels Easier: Scripts for Saying No
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    When Saying Yes Feels Easier: Scripts for Saying No

    Jan 14, 2025

    You too can become king of the beasts if you…

  • Top Podcasts for Tech, Business, and Personal Growth
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    Top Podcasts for Tech, Business, and Personal Growth

    Nov 5, 2024

    Podcasts are great for getting from one place to another.…

  • You Only Have to Be One Day Ahead: Classic TED Talks You Should (Re)Watch
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    You Only Have to Be One Day Ahead: Classic TED Talks You Should (Re)Watch

    Oct 29, 2024

    You don’t have to run faster than the bear. You…

  • Sharpen Your Axe: Read and Grow
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    Sharpen Your Axe: Read and Grow

    Oct 15, 2024

    A sharp ax is necessary if you’re planning to overthrow…

Bernie May

Sage and Elder Hipster

Forty-five years of project management, adventure, and wonder out of my neuro-spicy head and into yours

Former Cold War signals officer, C4ISR project manager, strategic planner. Currently writing for myself and editing for others, with a little executive/life coaching for select clients.

In my spare time I renovate farm houses, restore motorcycles and boats, walk my dog and dance in the kitchen with my partner and sweetie.

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    Apr 25, 2026
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Stylized portrait of Bernie

Practical Managers

Forty-five years of project management, adventure, and wonder out of my neuro-spicy head and into yours

I write mostly about technology, leadership, project management, culture and communication.

Former Cold War signals officer, C4ISR project manager, strategic planner. Currently writing for myself and editing for others, with a little executive/life coaching for select clients.

In my spare time I renovate farm houses, restore motorcycles and boats, walk my dog and dance in the kitchen with my partner and sweetie.

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