🗣 Building a StoryBrand – Donald Miller
Miller presents 7 universal story points that resonate with people across cultures. A character overcomes obstacles to get what they want....
🏅 So Good they Can’t Ignore You – Cal Newport
Instead of following your passion, you should develop skills and experience, then leverage them to have more autonomy and control over the work you do and your day-to-day schedule.
🧩 The Culture Code – Daniel Coyle
"The secrets of highly successful groups." This book was full of good advice and stories to back it up. I enjoyed the look behind the scenes at Pixar, Zappos and IDEO.
Why I treat podcasts as articles
Some of the most fascinating people in the world will never write or publish anything. Yet we could be lucky enough to listen in on one or two conversations that they have with interesting people.
What I learned building a Soft Robot
Are you ever so curious about a new technology that you want to try to build it yourself? Well, that’s how I often feel, and I’ve saved you the pain of trying to make a soft robot by doing it myself.
🔷 The Idea Factory – John Gertner
"Bell Labs and the Great Age of American Innovation." Terrific history of the laboratory that invented many of the key technologies in today's electronics.
💸 Profit First – Mike Michalowicz
"Transform your business from a cash-eating monster to a money-making machine." A book about why you should be sure that your company can generate a profit, not just survive.
Why you should take an online class
I have found tremendous value in learning new perspectives, models of living and other new skills through online courses and workshops.
Advice from Asimov to Share your Problems
I learned the value of sharing online in a funny way. If I spend more than half an hour researching a topic or idea, I save the highlights for future…
Invest in Curiosity
Over time I have learned the infinite value of curiosity.
It helps us develop new ideas, foster creativity and improve listening.