★ Stuck
My deadline to write is looming. It is my week to contribute. So much is going on in the world and in my world. I have a lot of thoughts in my head. Here’s the thing, I am not sure I want to flesh them...
View ArticleWhere do you see yourself in 5 or 10 years?
Jason Meier, answering “what’s next?” Now, almost five years into my job as Director of Student Activities at a small, private institution in downtown Boston, I’m vexed. I did what I said I wanted to...
View ArticleThe Death of Tucker Hipps
Dan Berrett, writing for The Chronicle of Higher Education: The circumstances of Tucker’s death, to the extent that they’re known, evoke broader tensions that confound many universities, national...
View ArticleThe Difference Between A Boss And A Leader
Jacob Shriar, writing for officevibe: This one seems subtle, but what this one is all about is how people perceive those that work under them. The last point about respect is directly related to this...
View Article★ Seven Notebooks
I use six notebooks at the office. Like a field study, I want my notes to be categorized by the work I am doing so I can refer to them easily. Also, I want to be able to review a year at a time and if...
View Article#fakebeloitmindsetlist
“The class of 2016 has never celebrated a Cubs world series win. Of course that’s true for class of 06, 96, 86, 76… #fakebeloitmindsetlist” – @chrisconzen When you get the chance, enjoy.★
View ArticleWhy NOT to Side Hustle
Via Kristen Abell: My first experience with a side hustle was during 2014, when I started a somewhat regular speaking and consulting business. And by “starting,” I mean I fell face first into it....
View ArticleHere’s Why College Doesn’t Mean Security for Minorities
Bloomberg’s Scarlet Fu reports on why a college degree doesn’t guarantee security for minorities. Not surprising, but still stunning numbers.★
View ArticleIs Overworking Killing You?
Gianpiero Petriglieri, writing for the Harvard Business Review In an age where talent, passion, and authenticity are hailed as virtues and antidotes to the uncertainty of the workplace, so-called...
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