Sometimes we're faced with a difficult decision in life where we must decide between two ore more choices. Perhaps you have an offer on the table that would change your career trajectory and potentially lead to more happiness, and are in a stable job with stable income and good benefits. What should you do? In … Continue reading Advising Your “Best Friend”
Category: Productivity
The Funk
Working from home, I have two things on my plate but I can't seem to start them. Instead, I'm shopping for the perfect gym bag with some recent birthday money. Wait, have I done Wordle today? I think I need another cup of coffee. Dammit, why can't I get started!?! Pretty soon the workday is … Continue reading The Funk
Humor Turns Boring Into Useful
In a story I listened to in the audiobook "Humor, Seriously: Why Humor is a Secret Weapon in Business and Life", adults were given a box of tacks and a candle and a challenge to use only these items to mount the candle on the wall in a way in which when lit, the candle … Continue reading Humor Turns Boring Into Useful
Strength Training: Keep It Simple
During the workday yesterday, I recall thinking I wanted to get a workout in at the gym. I created a list of exercises that are very good for those that practice jiu jitsu. I picked three different ones for this particular workout: split squats, glute bridges, and bent-over barbell rows. By keeping my workout simple, … Continue reading Strength Training: Keep It Simple
Take the First Step
I'm currently working toward a goal. Last Thursday around 4pm, I was faced with a difficult choice. Should I elect to start a 96 hour clock that would open up a project I would have to complete in that time frame? Before I could let any part of myself start thinking of the responsibility ahead, … Continue reading Take the First Step
The Shaw Show 