Category: life

  • Entrepreneurship vs. Job Hunting in 2025: Which One Is the Better Scam?

    Entrepreneurship vs. Job Hunting in 2025: Which One Is the Better Scam?

    Because deciding how to waste your energy this year shouldn’t be done without a little analysis. It’s 2025. Your LinkedIn feed is half layoffs, half hustle porn. You’re either being told to “build a personal brand” or “apply to 900 jobs and follow up with a cold email to the hiring manager’s cat.” So here…

  • Remarkable life advice from an entrepreneurial genius

    Remarkable life advice from an entrepreneurial genius

    I’m a big fan of Richard Branson. After reading The Virgin Way: Everything I Know About Leadership [listed in 8 fascinating must-reads for entrepreneurs…] I started paying attention to his books as well as active blog and social presence. His writings reveal a scrappy, thoughtful, and very much non-risk-averse entrepreneur who lives life to the fullest and…

  • For better creativity, protect your alone time

    In my experience, the office has never been a particularly conducive place for creativity. Instead, it likes to pop out at times when I used to least expect it, such as during runs, or washing dishes (as mentioned in this article by HBR). I am a big proponent of time away from the office but…

  • The Impostor Syndrome

    In my experience, the folks who have no doubts about their abilities are usually the ones that absolutely should. Enjoy this article on the Imposter Syndrome from NYT. On paper, your investments in stocks, real estate or even cash may look like your greatest assets. While all those things are superimportant, you have something else…

  • Lady Gaga and the Life of Passion

    For all you entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs and change agents out there, let’s take a closer look at passion. The real takeaway? This question: Who would you be and what would you do if you weren’t afraid? Earlier this week I watched some young musicians perform Lady Gaga songs in front of Lady Gaga. As India Carney’s voice…