Monica Laurence

I teach entrepreneurs how to be lucky, and if you dive into the Bayes Theorem — which underpins AI models today and was postulated by Reverend Thomas Bayes in the 1700s — you see how the math of probabilities rewards lucky behaviors. How is Bayes Theorem commonly applied?Whenever the term […]

This week tragedy unfolded off the coast of Sicily. A pre-dawn squall arose, spinning a water tornado toward a luxury sailboat which was anchored outside the port of Palermo. Within moments the yacht, named Bayesian, capsized in a freak accident, and 7 lives were lost. My heart and condolences go

Firoozeh Dumas is a New York Times best-selling author and humorist whose unique blend of wit and warmth has captivated readers worldwide. With her signature storytelling, Firoozeh brings to life tales of family, culture and identity, weaving humor into universal experiences. Her acclaimed works, such as Funny in Farsi and

What will your last words be? I will never forget the final words from my beloved mom: “Always make people laugh.” Her words so beautifully captured the essence of her magnetism while relaying layers of wisdom. Humor is a superpower — accelerating connections, boosting resilience and deepening bonds. 5 Gifts

Maverick Kit Hayes, a strategic coach, ex-Googler, and entrepreneur (see, just launched Time Away!), is offering our first member-led event for Mavericks. And I am so excited to dive in! Mind Your (dang!) Business Masterclass:You know the feeling, you’re so mad you could scream. This person is so out of

I spent the pandemic marooned in paradise. Fiji closed the borders, and I was locked in. No coming or going — for two years. I count myself lucky that I was surrounded by resilient and witty women, who know how to support when the going gets dark. They became my

When people ask me how to accelerate their startup or run faster towards their dreams, my answer is simple — fun first. Seriously. You find the optimal and most effortless path when you tap your inner genius. And your genius comes out to play when it’s … fun. You may

In the enchanting realms of Paris and the French Riviera, poly-creative Alexandra Poenaru Philp evokes the chic elegance and avant-garde vibe of the City of Light. She has that effortless je ne sais quoi that translates best as a spark of magic. I first met Alexandra far from Paris, at

Think back, how did you meet your best friend? Your lover? Your colleague? Was it by chance? I love the unexpected joy of serendipity. Which probably comes as no surprise since I teach entrepreneurs how to be predictably lucky. (Check out my TEDx talk — You Need Luck to Succeed.)

Who are you, really? It should be such a simple question. And yet identity roots us into a way of being. Have we freely chosen that way? In my own journey, like that of so many others, there were influences encouraging my self-expression, and influences imposing their own ideas. My

I’ve always been fascinated by what makes exceptional people tick. What makes them tackle audacious challenges? How do they think? And what ways of being can we adopt for our own bold and beautiful lives? I had the good fortune to grow up with a maverick uncle who was both

I recall those chic flats exactly. They were reminiscent of genie shoes, crafted of black velvet and adorned with colorful gems. Those kicks added a bit of sparkle and magic to any outfit, and I happened to be wearing them the night of my first Grateful Dead concert. It was