Happy New Year 2022!

Wishing you a resilient 2022 ahead with strong health, love and fun!

- Ferruccio F. Susin

Happy New Year 2021!

Wishing all my family, friends, colleagues and acquantainces around the world a Happy New Year 2021, full of health, love and prosperity.

Looking forward to putting behind us 2020 for the health, social, and economic challenges we faced with the COVID virus.

Let's make 2021 a great year whatever lies ahead. Looking forward to potentially celebrating again in large groups of family and friends, attending rocking sports arenas, and traveling to the Pacific Northwest through the Pearch Arch in 2021.

Let's dream big!

Big Love,

Ferruccio F. Susin
Vancouver, BC, Canada

Wishing Everyone Health & Safety During this Time of Challenge with COVID-19

Hope that you are reading this with good health and that your loved ones are also doing well during this challenging time globally.

Please find some links below to information that I'm using for updates on COVID-19:

Vancouver Sun Daily Newspaper for Local Updates:

https://vancouversun.com

Great Health Videos from Dr. Eric Berg on Youtube:

https://www.youtube.com/user/drericberg123/videos

Daily Global Figures for COVID-19:

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-51235105

Happy New Year 2019!

Wishing everyone a 2019 full of health, love and prosperity!

Let's take care of our bodies, minds and spirits as we travel through 2019 with our decisions, actions and words.

Show love to the people close to you and make it a priority to improve as a person in 2019.

Plan your calendar to have many things to look forward to throughout the year. That will enliven your spirit!

Happy New Year 2019!

Happy Canada Day 2018

Wishing everyone a Happy Canada Day! Since our family arrived in 1956, we are thankful for Canada offering us the opportunity to become Canadians. Go Canada!

PS. For those fellow sports fans too, Happy Bobby Bonilla Day! Watch the origin of Bobby Bonilla Day at ESPN.

World Cup 2018 Schedule for Knock Out Round

The World Cup 2018 in Russia has been thrilling thus far, with an excellent group stage phase. Games such as Spain v Portugal, Germany v Mexico, as well as Croatia v Argentina and Sweden v Germany, have all be terrific matches to watch.

Now that the group stage has concluded, the round of 16 is set and begins tomorrow June 30th with France v Argentina, followed by Uruguay v Portugal. Unfortunately, two teams will be eliminated and will go home, while two will move on to the elite eight.

Visit the official World Cup 2018 schedule at FIFA.com.

Happy New Year 2018!

Wishing everyone an exciting 2018 ahead!

May it be full of health, love & prosperity. There are many events, people & experiences to look forward to in 2018. Summer is ahead, travel, weddings & other positive surprises I'm sure. What are yours specifically?!

Make it a great 2018!

Best Wishes Always,

Ferruccio F. Susin

Health & Relationships are Linked in Adult Life so Make it a Priority Today

Read an article today that impacted me regarding one's overall health and the link to quality relationships.

With the tendency to enjoy digital time as much as we do currently, computers & phones impact our time socializing with our romantic partner & social groups. People, whether family, significant others or friends, can give us comfort in knowing they support us when we need assistance and in truly enjoying life's moments together.

The article highlights prioritizing time with people over digital gadgets, as per the university study that followed individuals' health over the course of their lives and their connections with others.

Read article by Zameena Mejia at CNBC.com entitled Harvard's longest study of adult life reveals how you can be happier and more successful.

Happy New Year 2017 to Everyone!

Wishing all my family, friends, & colleagues lots of health, love and prosperity in this new upcoming year 2017!

Thank you for all the support, friendship, counsel & Love this past 12 months.

Happy New Year 2017!

The Simplicity of Back to Basics

With a health issue at a hand recently, rest and time off for healing has been the priority above everything. The stop and unload to only the minimum strategy is one we always force on ourselves when there is a breakdown. And then we heal. We are back to basics. Light tasks and minimal tasks are only ones done. Sleeping, eating, resting are the only basic activities to focus on. Only when we walk can we begin to run. Strength seems to recover from the basics. Cheers to our body healing with simplicity and the philosophy of less is more.

ESPN 30 for 30 Films are Must Watch Documentaries for Sports Fans

As an avid sports fan, the ESPN 30 for 30 films have been incredible documentaries to watch and learn about sports history. The initial concept was 30 filmmakers celebrating 30 years of ESPN, an all day sports television network, with an hour long documentary covering historical and impacting sports stories throughout the modern age. Themes range across various professional and amateur sports, as well as story lines that were inspiring, miraculous or unfortunate cautionary tales.

I've enjoyed watching these great documentaries and have found myself continuously checking if new episodes have been released. Several episodes particularly resonated with me because I vividly remember watching the featured sporting events or breaking headline news. Some episodes also gave greater insight into events that were not made public at the time and did shed light on what actually did happen.

Regardless of the sports teams & players you may follow, I recommend you check out ESPN 30 for 30 documentaries. They are truly well crafted and intriguing documentaries related to sports.

Visit the official page for ESPN 30 for 30 films at www.ESPN.com/30for30

Travel Tips Seattle Washington 2016

Just finished watching an episode of The Layover with Anthony Bourdain where he visits Seattle, Washington.

In the show, he visits various Seattle Washington locations for eating & drinking, including casual dining, greasy spoons, dive bars, as well as fine dining.

Along with showcasing food, what was also great in this episode was the geographical visuals of North, Central and South Seattle areas. These were highlighted by locals as well during the show.

Take a look and enjoy this perspective on Seattle from the The Layover with Anthony Bourdain in Seattle

Great Article Discussing Dominant Qualities in Financial Ambition

Author Kathleen Elkins wrote an article today on BusinessInsider.com that underlined behaviours that restrict you from financial success. If you flip the coin to the other side, you can deduct what are the key behaviours to getting on the road to wealth.

Thought I would share the article with you. Enjoy!

Read 19 things keeping you from getting rich, according to a journalist who spent his career studying millionaires

NBA Summer League Experience during Las Vegas Vacay was Slam Dunk

Just back from 5 days in Las Vegas, my time off was great, which included many sessions in the Flamingo Hotel pool with 35+ degree heat.

On the Thursday however, I got a ticket to the NBA Summer League which was playing various games at the UNLV arena. It was such a great experience! I saw great rookie talent that had been recently drafted into the NBA, as well as high profile NBA brass like Phil Jackson and new Spurs coach Becky Hammon.

During one of the NBA Summer League games in the Cox Pavillion, a connected court to the large main arena, the Thomas & Mack Center, one could overhear conversations between player agents and coaches, especially foreign coaches looking for talent to bring to Europe. A recent article from ESPN.com humorously summed up my fun experience at the NBA Summer League.

Read the article "Watching the Americans: Summer League through the European Scouts" by Jason Conception.

Happy Canada Day!

Wishing everyone a great Canada Day on this hot Wednesday July 1st from Vancouver, BC.

It's been record temperatures for heat for the greater lower mainland, which has continued into a fabulous July 1st Canada Day, especially for the great outdoors.

O Canada!

Funny Commercial with a Little Movie Nostalgia

Wanted to share a commercial I recently saw that had a movie reference which I enjoyed growing up! I'm sure it'll bring up some memories. Cheers to BWW for the fun commercial.

Happy New Year 2015

Wishing You a Happy New Year 2015! Hoping it's full of health, love, prosperity and new opportunities to grow in all areas of life.

Story on Time as the New Money by Chuck Blakeman

Enjoyed a great article by Chuck Blakeman from Inc magazine on how working professionals are increasingly valuing their time more than money.

It makes sense that people would be happier knowing that they can take a couple days off around a special event without having to tip toe around their standardized days off in a year. This would logically create a happier workforce and ultimately result in greater results for one's company.

Here's the article from businessinsider.com Richard Branson is Right; Time is the New Money by Chuck Blakeman of Inc Magazine.

Eve of the 2014 World Cup in Brazil

So much excitement is in the air for tomorrow's opening match with Brazil and Croatia.

Can Brazil handle the pressure of massive expectations? Can they win the World Cup as the host country? Can they play against the back drop of social & political tensions that have sparked since being awarded the World Cup? We will get a taste tomorrow as one of the favorites to win the World Cup will aim to get points in their first of three matches.

Italy and Spain, the teams reflecting my heritage, have drawn very difficult groups. Italy meets England, Uruguay and Costa Rica. Spain faces Netherlands, Chile & Australia. My heart hopes Prandelli has Italia ready to play the right players with the right tactics. If they can get out of the group stage, they could potentially escalate in later rounds.

Spain has a very tough group. If they don't get points against Netherlands, they would be hard pressed to get points with Chile, another strong South American team favored to do well. Spain has incredible talent that has dominated the World and European Cup over the past six years. Scoring will be the make or break element for Spain this World Cup. Will Torres & Villa be enough?

Other questions I'm intrigued to see unfold include can the USA perform strongly and get out of their group with Germany & Portugal? Can they underline how much the MLS has strengthened the American game? That would be a historic win for American soccer.

Another question for World Cup 2014 to answer is can Messi & Argentina meet the potential so many fans have about their epic talent? Hailed as the best player of this generation, will Messi perform as he has during the last several seasons with his club team FC Barcelona?

Lastly, will Cristiano Ronaldo impact the World Cup 2014 after having such a prolific year with his club Real Madrid? Will he be top goalscorer for the tournament? He was epic against Sweden in the World Cup qualifying round, with four goals in two games.

My favorite pick to surprise in this World Cup? It would be Bosnia Herzegovina.

Top matches in the first round of the World Cup I'm looking forward to watching?

Spain v Netherlands
Italy v England
Argentina v Bosnia
Brazil v Mexico
USA v Germany

Ultimately, we will begin to watch tomorrow as the World Cup kicks off and plays month long into July to hail the new 2014 Champions.

Viva Brazil!

Football Intelligence for Success from Richard Sherman

Recently saw a Youtube video on NFL player Richard Sherman describing how he succeeded in the 2013/14 season. This specific video interview with star cornerback Richard Sherman surprised me on his attention to detail, how he guards his intentions on field and how he gambles successfully to make big plays.

I would argue that the lessons he talks about his success on field also pertain to success in any profession. Concepts like details, risk & focus are all things we apply at work or personally in our everyday lives and can make us better.

Watch Youtube video Richard Sherman: Student of the Game.

Great Interview with Under Armour Founder Kevin Plank

CNBC recently interviewed Kevin Plank, the founder of Athletic Apparel Under Armour. This American sports company has had fantastic growth and brand recognition since it began its presence many years ago among pro athletes, specifically with their compression shirts.

Kevin Plank communicates confidence, determination, optimism & vitality. I believe this is a large factor in the expansion and success for Under Armour.

Watch the interview with Kevin Plank & Jim Cramer from this past Tuesday, April 29th 2014.

Great Episode from Dan Miller of the 48 Days to the Work You Love Podcast for Friday April 11th 2014

Wanted to share a great podcast episode from Dan Miller's 48 Days to the Work You Love Podcast.

Dan Miller has been producing a fantastic podcast every Friday which answers listener's emails about entrepreneurial ideas, career paths & passion in work.

Dan Miller's consistent message is one of following your passions & interests and having life & work feel undistinguishable.

As a highly educated Psychologist who found his career path unfulfilling, he went into selling cars with a friend, leading into a great adventure that brought him to his success today.

His own story is fascinating which he goes into detail in this recent episode about his life & career path. I found it inspiring and hope you do too.

Listen to Episode Yes, I do have an "education" from April 11th, 2014.

Enjoy!

Happy New Year 2014 !

Wishing you a year full of health, love and prosperity. Summer is closer everyday. Stocks I'm watching for 2014 are TSLA, SCTY & TWTR. World Cup 2014 in Brazil is just 160 days away.

Warmest Regards,

- Ferruccio F. Susin

Bloomberg TV Live Online with Sportfolio & C-Suite

On Sunday mornings, I've been tuning in while I make breakfast to Bloomberg TV Live through their online website. The two programs at that time are Sportfolio and C-Suite. The shows are at 9:30 am and 10:00 am PST. The programs are really great.

Sportfolio goes behind the athletic side of professional sports and investigates the economic side of pro sports franchises, leagues, players, as well as discusses hot contemporary topics & issues about pro sports. Recent episodes have spoken about the latest Fox television deal worth millions for the broadcasting of NCAA Basketball's Big East conference, as well as the current green movement teams are implementing to save money & increase bottom lines through recycling and alternative energy sources for lighting & electricity in stadiums.

There is also the program C-Suite that begins 30 minutes before Sportfolio that is quite good too. The host Jeffrey Hazlett interviews large corporations about making money & the bottom line. It is a very direct style of interviewing and a great exposes on large well known companies.

Check them out if you enjoy Sports Business and Practical Economic Introspective.

Bloomberg Live TV

Bloomberg.com/Sportfolio
Bloomberg.com/C-Suite

Tim Ferriss of 4 Hour Book Series on Youtube

Been reading Tim Ferriss' book 4 Hour Body recently, as well as viewing some of his video interviews on Youtube.

As an individual who thinks critically on all wisdom adopted in his life, he seems hungry to test everything and experience results, with a goal to finetuning them for efficiency and lifestyle.

Tim Ferriss is inspiring, as he is promoting a future perspective on how individuals can approach work, health and all other essential aspects of life.

Check out this presentation by Tim Ferriss at Chicago Idea Week from March 2013 Testing Assumptions.

Berkshire Hathaway Shareholder Meeting 2013 with Buffett & Munger

Saturday May 4th 2013 held yet another anticipated Berkshire Hathaway Shareholder meeting in Omaha Nebraska.

This year, guest & market bear Douglas Kass was welcomed to ask pointed questions to the Berkshire Hathaway hosts Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger, along with a jam packed auditorium of shareholders.

Buffett and Munger entertained questions about the Berkshire businesses, current state of the economy, American politics and many other inquiries.

Popularly known as the Oracle of Omaha, Warren Buffett is highly admired for his long term success as an investor.

To read some of Buffett's comments from yesterday's Berkshire Hathaway Shareholder meeting, visit the liveblog from Omaha by Dealbook.

Personal Finances for the 30 Year Old

Interesting article today that I read about what financial habits one should eliminate by 30 years of age. I didn't fail but not in the top %5 either in this 30 point list. Where do you score?

Read article 30 Bad habits You Should Drop by Age 30.

Happy New Year 2013

Wishing all my Family & Friends Happy New Year 2013! Hoping 2013 will be a year full of excessive health, love, wealth, learning & travel.

Warmest Regards,

Ferruccio F. Susin

Insight into Achievement from GSP

Recently watched this youtube video of champion athlete George St.Pierre and thought I would post it. His insight was great into how he increased his ability to compete successfully by acquiring knowledge through diversifying his teachers & location.

Youtube video is titled "Canadian Superstar GSP Talks Training".

Visited Tesla Motors Showroom & Sat Driverseat in the New Tesla Model S in Bellevue, WA

Visited with Tesla Motors and saw the Tesla Model S on Wednesday in Bellevue, WA. Located inside the Bellevue Mall on the second floor, Tesla Motors has one of its 14 showrooms around the United States of America.

Located inside the showroom is a new Tesla Model S in white, along with a separate undercarriage which encases the battery.

First impression was inspiring. The showroom was brightly lit, simple, and had a white Tesla Model S beaming at the entrance. Georgous exterior with sleak lines and luxurious curves, the Tesla Model S was wow.

The Tesla representative Diane was first class with service, encouraging us to get in the spacious Tesla Model S. She was extremely informative, giving us stats ranging from charging, distance capability, warranties, production times, as well as costs and options.

Once inside this sexy electric vehicle, the 17 inch display panel with controls, mapping systems, Internet, and rear facing camera was incredible. Truly futuristic yet practical.

Despite not going for a test drive, the Tesla Model S experience was sensational. Highly recommended to visit to see the future of modern vehicles.