Author Archives: Brian Breslin

Can free markets fix coconut grove?

I had a long discussion with a dear longtime friend and longtime Coconut Grove resident the other night, asking whether or not the grove could be fixed. This friend has been living in the area since the 1970s, so he’s … Continue reading

Feb 02
Filed under: Community

Why your business needs a community

Over the past few years, I would have most likely focused this post on how your business needs to embrace the online community, however this is aimed more at physical businesses and the hybrid online/offline communities they need to survive … Continue reading

Jan 09
Filed under: Business

Applying to grad school

So I’ve decided to apply to graduate school to get an MBA. Its something I’ve been thinking about for maybe 4 years, just decided this was the right time to go about doing it. I also made this decision slightly … Continue reading

Jan 04
Filed under: Brian

2012 Predictions

2012 Predictions So every year I put my nostradamus hat on and make bets as to what will happen in the upcoming year. I’m like 65% correct over the last 5 years, I should be wagering money on this. So … Continue reading

Jan 03
Filed under: Predictions

2011 Predictions Recap

So I had some hits and some misses this year. I figure in the tradition of the last few years I’ll recap my guesses and also post tomorrow my predictions for the upcoming year. 1. Facebook growth slows, they hit … Continue reading

Jan 02
Filed under: Predictions

Four months of the 4Hour Body (slow carb diet)

July 1 was when I started on the Four Hour Body or Slow Carb Diet. My doctor had strongly suggested I get my act together and lose some weight and lower both my cholesterol and triglyceride levels. So after reading … Continue reading

Dec 21
Filed under: Brian

How to train for an obstacle race (first timers)

So a large number of my friends are doing the Warrior Dash for the first time this weekend, and it made me realize that they could use some advice from their favorite person (ME!). So running an adventure race or … Continue reading

Nov 30
Filed under: Sports

How to fix Coconut Grove (and Miami)

Most of you who know me in real life, know how I champion Coconut Grove as my favorite place to live in South Florida. No other neighborhood offers the combination of walkability and entertainment and atmosphere that the Grove offers … Continue reading

Nov 29
Filed under: Miami