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While I’m out @Burning Man

At Jive, it’s no secret that I’m the resident Burner. This is my third year and I now co-run a camp of 100 people who have been going to BM for 12 years (we actually use Clearspace to help coordinate our camp). Although our camp has some CEOs of some very well known consumer tech companies, it’s mainly populated by musicians, artists, and other interesting folk. So, it’s a perfect getaway.

Most people I know have extreme stereotypes of Burning Man (read: lots of naked hippies in the desert) but with 40,000 people you can bet that everyone has a different experience. Mine is very spiritual.

I leave tomorrow for the 12 hour drive in a big, honking RV to the Nevada desert. Consider this notification of my blogging break, though I’ve been a lot slower posting lately given the summer and the gravity of activity at work. No doubt I’ll come back with a vengence.

Thank you

Just a quick note that read and appreciate every comment I receive on Go Big Always. Hearing back is probably the single biggest part that keeps me writing. Thank you to all of you who leave both quick and very insightful commentary.

Published in Productivity on August 20, 2008

Things people have said about this post

From Marc on August 20th, 2008 at 5:21 am

Dont go on a break! Take plenty of pics and let us know about all the fun stuff happening.

From Steve Mann on August 20th, 2008 at 5:58 am

I LOVE THE PIC! And have a great time Awwence. Agree with Marc, looking forward to more pics.

From juliejulie on August 20th, 2008 at 6:06 am

Did you ever get a kick-ass BM Bike? Would love to see it!

From David E. Bowman on August 20th, 2008 at 6:26 am

When I worked at Cintas as a management trainee, I had to drive a big truck and wear a uniform. The logo on your shirt is much cooler than mine was… Enjoy your break Mr. Lawrence. Who knew an Octopus would love the desert so?

From Laura on August 20th, 2008 at 7:48 am

Dude, what camp are you with?

From sam on August 20th, 2008 at 9:24 am

@Laura We’re with the “I’m OK You’re OK Corral” (5:30 and Fairlane)

From Paul Biggs on August 20th, 2008 at 10:35 am

I’ll see you there!

From Laura on August 20th, 2008 at 3:28 pm

Excellent. I’m with Lustre Village (Glitter Camp, more specifically) at 3:30 and Esplanade. Hope to run into you out there

From Gia Lyons on August 20th, 2008 at 3:42 pm

Can I have your hat?

From Wayne on August 21st, 2008 at 11:07 am

Awesome glasses! The jade skull rocks too! Have a great trip Sam!

From Derek DeMoro on August 21st, 2008 at 8:49 pm

Wow Sam, that outfit is tamer than anything you’ve ever worn to work. What is the URL of your camp? Come on, you must have one.

From Nick Bostic on August 22nd, 2008 at 9:12 am

See you on the playa! 3:30 between D & E or just hop on the big red triceratops art car!

From Stacey Monk on August 22nd, 2008 at 9:30 am

Color me jealous. I wish I looked that good in a sombrero. Relish every moment.

From Brad Warren on August 22nd, 2008 at 11:30 am

Have fun Sam, wish I was going to be out there as well! It’s been years since I was out at BM, but hope to start going again at some point. I’m a regular at Burning Flipside though, since it happens right outside my hometown.

Enjoy yourself!