My full time job is logistics.  I deal with inventory management and Analysis on a regular basis.

This includes a lot of problem solving to find out where those big challenges reside and how to overcome them.

Most of the time I find that a big 'problem' or challenge presents itself because of a series of smaller events that occurred.

Let's take a Wheel Chock (as pictured above).  This small $9 item can keep a Semi from moving forward...unless of course the driver slams on the gas pedal.... but that risks damaging the trailer/truck or the cargo.

But it's this little item that's placed under the wheels that keep the trailer from moving.

Sometimes that's all it takes with certain things - only one thing holding up the flow of progress.

How many times have you been stuck in traffic because someone had a flat tire and blocked a lane?   How'd he get that flat?  Most likely a small nail or screw.

How many times have you walked into a room at night, only to find out the light bulb burned out?  Again, a small part - probably valued at less than a couple of bucks.

Now....

Think about that one thing in your life that if you had that - all the rest of what you needed would fall in place.

This is that one thing that has been holding back that progress that you so desperately need.

Now, what is that one thing?

Ever have one of those nights where you just can't sleep?  (me me me me)

Well, here it is - less than an hour to midnight...

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For those who missed or were unable to listen to the broadcast on a local FM station in Norfolk, VA - here's the story.

I was contacted on Monday to be a part of a Panel of experts on a PBS/NPR radio program called, 'Hearsay with Cathy Lewis'.

First I was a bit shocked, but honored as Cathy Lewis hosts one the top talk radio programs in our region.  It reaches out to over 35,000 listeners daily throughout southeastern Virginia and Northeast North Carolina.

Here's a picture of Cathy:

The producers of the show were very kind as well.  Let's just say that those who work on the show make it run like a well oiled machine.

It's been about 20 years since I've stepped into a broadcast booth.   The last time I did was for a local radio station to learn about broadcasting and I ended up getting my FCC license (don't know if that's still even valid).

I was a bit rusty at first - as you could probably tell I was also a bit nervous.  But the second half of the show I found my ground and pushed forward.

There were two Doctors on the show as well, sharing some great information about Autism.  Needless to say, I was a bit intimidated at times - but very encouraged as well.

Don't know how well I did, but I would say average.   Hey, I'm learning and relearning some things in this area...so I understand there's much for me to practice to get better in this area.

Here's the show podcast: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/piecing-puzzle-together-autism/id218834565?i=113066653

Thanks for taking the time to listen to it.   Feel free to share your thoughts - I can take criticism.