Isaac Asimov (1920-1992) was a prolific science fiction writer and biochemist. During his lifetime, Asimov authored or edited over 500 books and served as president of the American Humanist Association. […]
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Konrad Adenauer (1876-1967) was the first post-war Chancellor of West Germany, a position he held from 1949-1963. Under his leadership, Germany allied with the NATO nations and saw its economy […]
This is a common refrain: businesses today that employ strategies of staticity fall behind. Those that innovate leap forward. But if the refrain is as common as we suppose, why do so many companies allow themselves to ignore innovation?
If you’ve got holes at your company you can’t seem to fill, it’s probably a case of “it’s not them, it’s us.” Fixing HR and Hiring isn’t all that difficult once you know what errors to look for.
Pretty much everyone has either been the creator, target, or independent observer of a note like this one. It’s the classic “DON’T TOUCH MY THINGS” notice, though just a little […]
A job applicant in Los Angeles decided to experiment with using a “whiter” name on his résumé. Doing so elicited interviews with companies that had previously ignored him.
What happens when your company’s name becomes associated with a murderous terrorist enterprise? Some companies operating under the “Isis” name have opted for a name change. Others have held steady.
“It’s worth looking at industries which a lot of people think are impossible or think you can’t succeed at – that’s usually where there’s opportunity.” –Elon Musk, Founder and CEO […]
“Everybody in the space program, everybody who’s a doctor, got interested in science when he or she was seven or eight years old… not when they were 16 or 18. That’s where you spend […]
Tech prognosticators think future iPhones will contain chips to make them scannable in check-out lines. Apple’s mobile wallet could replace plastic altogether.
“Society cares about the individual only in so far as he is profitable. The young know this. Their anxiety as they enter in upon social life matches the anguish of the […]
The scariest of all possible fates results in the ultimate destruction of everything that ever was or will be. Image credit: Boren-Simon 2.8–8 ED POWERNEWT Astrograph Image Gallery. “Why do […]
Do you dig social media, kung fu, ascetic lifestyles, and the color orange? If so, the Shaolin Temple has just the job for you.
Remember all those drills you did in elementary school to shore up your handwriting? It may be time to dust off some of those skills.
Want a good lesson on how not to make thoughtful healthy decisions about risk? Take a lesson from what Health Canada just did. It is a classic example of how […]
The Nantucket Project sees art + commerce as “the new convergence” that defines our world today.
Fast food workers staged a national protest in cities across the United States yesterday. Their employers may respond to the call for higher wages by speeding up the process to automate their jobs.
The best advisors for surviving the road are those who make their living on it. Actress Stefanie O’Connell advocates for her system of frugal/healthy eating while on tour.
“Never doubt that a small groupof thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead After tragic events, as most recently evident in […]
Have you ever experienced a moment when you’ve teetered between telling the truth and telling a lie? According to a new study, you have your dorsolateral prefrontal cortex to thank for that.
In his 1961 book, Psychotherapy East & West, the philosopher Alan Watts wrote, If there is to be a battle, there must be a field of battle; when the contestants […]
Instead of preparing students for the intellectual rigors of life and career, colleges place too much of a focus on keeping them happy. The relative lack of success among recent graduating classes is a consequence of this approach.
Do you know all of them, and what makes them so bright? Image credit: source unknown, but it contains #7 and #9 on the list, via http://st.gdefon.com/wallpapers_original/wallpapers/428170_orion_yupiter_betelgejze_rigel_aldebaran_pleyady_y_7408x4602_(www.GdeFon.ru).jpg. “I’m hungry for […]
Swedish scientists have found that learning a new language has a significant effect on the brain and improves language skills as a whole.
A good leader gets the most out of his or her team. Doing so requires a genuine commitment to trust, respect, and loyalty.
The children of helicopter parents are finally off to college. Unfortunately, mom and dad aren’t staying home. Colleges and universities are having to deal with the nuisance of overbearing parents keeping constant tabs on their adult kids.
In March of this year the IRS decided that Bitcoin (and all virtual currency) is property. Bloomberg points out that, “Purchasing a $2 cup of coffee with Bitcoins bought for […]
Noted futurist and innovation expert Lisa Bodell knows all about the consequences of static and uninspired business practices. Two years ago she authored an acclaimed book, Kill the Company: End the Status Quo, […]
When your company makes the transition from “just starting out” to “taking the next step,” innovation needs to remain a priority. Make sure it stays in your budget.
Abba Eban (1915-2002) was an Israeli diplomat, scholar, and statesman. He was famous for, among many other things, his expert command of ten different languages. His insight and ability as […]