“Make before you manage” has become a popular mantra in productivity circles. But this practice impacts something more fundamental than productivity.
Why You Can’t Resist the Pull of the Hustle
Even when you say you want to give up the hustle and urgency, it seems to pull you back in. Here’s why you can’t resist the pull of the hustle, and how to find a better balance.
The Point of Any Creative Work
Common advice to bloggers is that every essay should have a point. This overlooks the main point of any essay or other creative work.
Is Your Desire For Harmony Keeping You in Hiding?
It’s not easy to be a contrarian or to create paradigm-shifting work. Especially if you’re inclined to be a people-pleaser. Here’s how to resolve the tension.
A Counter-Intuitive Lesson From Superbowl Advertisers
The companies that advertise in the Superbowl offer a counter-intuitive lesson for how to make decisions in your creative work and business.




