What is the purpose of new tech? Purpose being defined as: the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists. Possibilities include maximizing automation, pushing human labor largely to the point of irrelevance, and destroying competition. One might argue that new tech does a bit of all of those things….

Today I pondered the counter intuitive nature of giving. When you give you also receive, which sometimes is valued above what you gave. In fact, the feelings of satisfaction that you get from giving are often the strongest motives to give. This speaks volumes about what people truly value; the ability to connect with others…

I care 10% about what you believe and 90% about how you got there.* Did you identify the different beliefs on this topic? What are the expected outcomes from the belief you took? Why do you value those outcomes? What is the information, and sources, which provided sufficient credibility in your perspective? What information or…

Karl Marx was a social revolutionary. Sparks of creativity and volcanoes of passion erupt in his work as he outlines a society of what could be. This futuristic world view has some appeal, especially to young people as their development tends to be a time when they desire to make great change. However, this desire…

Excellence is not always rewarded. Sometimes it is not even recognized. What do you do when that happens? Ask yourself, what do I need to do to continue to be excellent? The answer to that question will likely vary for each of us. But one step may hold consistent across each unique journey. Avoid the…