This is why I travel. The little things, those details, the moments that just make you smile and laugh. 

Awesome parody, Do you ever feel like this when you hang out with some people? 

Thanks @SocialYeah for the post.

There are many people in the world that should pass along their knowledge, wisdom and experiences to the next generation. Entrepreneurs and leaders are not excluded from that list. As a matter of fact they should be some of the first ones to start the story. Some have decided to pick up a pen, sit at a typewriter, or dictate into a recorder. Here is just part of my summer reading list.  Each has its own story to tell. But all are very well worth a read.

Iacocca: An Autobiography
by Lee Iacocca with William Novak 
The legendary car exec on growing up during WWII, starting at the car company, and the success he created there.

Confessions of an Advertising Man
by David Ogilvy 
The famous ad man on how he got into the advertising business and the moves he made there.

Father, Son & Co.: My Life at IBM and Beyond
by Thomas J. Watson and Peter Petre 
Here's the President of IBM on the global company's history, growth, and strategies.

Here are a few others from that our friends at Fast Company put together. 

Over the past few months I have racked up a few thousand air miles jet setting around the US via Delta, visiting friends and family. Logging hours in those uncomfortable economy seats, but here are a few tips and tricks to get you through your next flight a little bit more comfortably. 

Seating can depend on when you book your flight, I have found that the best time is about 4-6 weeks prior to your travel date (holidays are an exception).

I usually book my travel plans directly from the airline, Delta in this case, but I also frequently use United/Continental, Kayak or Expedia. After purchasing your tickets most sites now offer you a chance to select your seating arrangements for all flights. On my most recent trip to Nashville this wasn't the case. Turns out that they were going to release the seating assignments based on when you check-in, so you know what that means. Check-in early, usually 24 hours before your flight and get a better seat. 

If you do end up getting a seat that you don't want there still are a few options that you can look in to. Most airlines release seats that were held for their premium members or seats that cost more like exit row seats 2 hours before your flight. You can always try checking with the staff at the gate or try some new options like Delta's new twitter handle @DeltaAssist. They have been an invaluable asset to me when traveling. Delays, travel updates, mechanical issues, lost luggage and a whole host of other issues have been handled almost instantly. 

If you have any suggestions on how to avoid the middle seat, please share them. Next post will be about, what to do if you are stuck in the middle seat.

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