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Stories, reviews, and anecdotes of 700 words or less, as exercises in brevity.
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Actually, Multitasking Isn’t *That* Bad. 3 Tips to Do It Well
Actually, Multitasking Isn’t *That* Bad. 3 Tips to Do It Well
Flow state is the golden ticket for productivity, but for many workers it’s hard to achieve in a busy workday. Try these strategies…
Nick Wolny
Aug 7
The Pomodoro Technique Is Overrated And I Will Die On This Hill
The Pomodoro Technique Is Overrated And I Will Die On This Hill
Consider working in your “Ultradian Rhythm” instead.
Nick Wolny
Jul 25
This Mark Cuban Business Advice from 2 Decades Ago is More Relevant Than Ever
This Mark Cuban Business Advice from 2 Decades Ago is More Relevant Than Ever
The “knowledge advantage” is your best friend.
Nick Wolny
Jun 25
Brené Brown’s ‘1x1 Index Card’ Tip Is an Antidote for Haters
Brené Brown’s ‘1x1 Index Card’ Tip Is an Antidote for Haters
Listening to internet trolls messes up your mojo, but so does working in isolation. Try this compromise instead.
Nick Wolny
May 27
Neil deGrasse Tyson’s Advice for a Career of Lifelong Learning
Neil deGrasse Tyson’s Advice for a Career of Lifelong Learning
An unexpected reply from the scientist on Goodreads offered sage vocational advice.
Nick Wolny
May 6
A Growth Mindset Won’t Help You Get Into Flow — But This Will
A Growth Mindset Won’t Help You Get Into Flow — But This Will
Leading grit expert Angela Duckworth’s research was again validated in a recent study on what makes professional creatives go the distance.
Nick Wolny
Mar 26
The Quiet Truth in Daniel Kwan’s Impostor Syndrome Confession
The Quiet Truth in Daniel Kwan’s Impostor Syndrome Confession
The triple Oscar® winner, 35, said onstage his impostor syndrome was at “an all-time high” upon receiving the award for best original…
Nick Wolny
Mar 16
Lizzo Now Officially 100% That Bitch® in Trademark Rejection Reversal
Lizzo Now Officially 100% That Bitch® in Trademark Rejection Reversal
An appeal board determined that consumers inevitably associate the phrase with the bop virtuoso’s brand, overruling the United States…
Nick Wolny
Mar 10
The Photo of Einstein’s Desk That Led to Decades of Debate About Productivity
The Photo of Einstein’s Desk That Led to Decades of Debate About Productivity
His desk was incredibly messy, a setup that works in some scenarios, but not others.
Nick Wolny
Mar 4
Dr. Brené Brown Nails Narcissists in 4 Sentences Flat
Dr. Brené Brown Nails Narcissists in 4 Sentences Flat
The shame researcher shared a fascinating reframe with Tim Ferriss in a recent interview.
Nick Wolny
Feb 11
Shostakovich’s Patriotic 10th Symphony Was Secretly Really Unpatriotic
Shostakovich’s Patriotic 10th Symphony Was Secretly Really Unpatriotic
The Russian composer etched anti-Stalinist codes throughout the work, which commemorates the 70th anniversary of its premiere in 2023.
Nick Wolny
Jan 25
Why Bill Gates and Warren Buffett Say This Is ‘The Best Business Book Ever Written’
Why Bill Gates and Warren Buffett Say This Is ‘The Best Business Book Ever Written’
The two men, each worth over $100 billion, say a 1969 classic is their favorite read.
Nick Wolny
Jan 6
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