From the Web How to Become a Better Writer – Good advice from Scott Adams, creator of Dilbert. His blog is great too. Cup of Chai – Arjun has an interesting blog for the productive student. Get Rich Slowly asks, “What is the cost of fun?” – J.D. breaks down some common activities into their […]
10 Must-Have Steps to Getting Honest Feedback
People are too nice. You’re worried about rejection and criticism? I think it is more important to worry about the opposite, that people aren’t giving you the honest feedback you need. Even when most people do give criticism, it is usually worded to be as unoffending as possible, often omitting true feelings. I’ve delivered speeches […]
Friday Links 07-06-15
From the Web Personal Development Ideas – My friend Gleb has been writing here for awhile now, so it’s a shame I’ve taken so long to get to him in Friday Links. There are less posts here, but some gems when he does. The Optimized Life – Another recent find, I got to Kim’s blog […]
Beginner’s Guide to Lifting Weights
It’s no secret I’m a bit of a gym nut. I started lifting weights several years ago and for close to two years I’ve been going 5-7 times a week to the gym. I also know how it can be a bit intimidating to walk into a crowded gym with complex machines and guys whose […]
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