Young people base their ambitions on the world they see around them—a very small sample of the total options. When it comes to careers, that means picking something they've seen their parents or …
The Future of Office Buildings
Over the past half-century, we transitioned from a manufacturing-focused economy to information or intellectually focused economy. Ideas and the ability to create with your mind are now crucial to …
The Most Important Moment of the Day
The moment when you sit down to work is the most important moment of the day. If you choose to get right to your most important tasks, you start building momentum and set yourself up for …
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Brute Force
It is becoming more and more popular to deride people who work a lot. When you tell people the hours that you work it's not uncommon to hear back "You know, people are actually more productive with 30 …
Self-Transformation and Greatness (Whiplash)
Last night Amanda and I watched Whiplash. It is the story of an ambitious young jazz drummer struggling to become great at his craft. ***Spoilers*** It reminds me a lot of Black Swan, and there …
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Stop Thinking, Start Acting
When you get behind on projects or responsibilities, stress and anxiety can quickly start to build up. You can fret about what you need to do, wish that you had taken action sooner, and just …