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12 Weekend Habits of Highly Successful People
Jay Z didn't become worth $520 million by only wanting it five out of seven days of the week. Read the top 12 weekend habits of highly successful people.
Why Copyblogger Is Killing Its Facebook Page - Copyblogger
An audience-first approach drives Copyblogger, and that's just one of the reasons why it's killing its Facebook page. Find out what led to the decision.
The Ultimate Copy Checklist: 51 Questions to Optimize Every Element of Your Online Copy [Free Poster] - Copyblogger
Do you know how to optimize your copy so that it converts and bring your business the results you want? Ask these 51 questions to improve your first drafts.
The 5-Step Process for Writing an About Page that Connects (and Converts)
“Although it seems like a natural place on your website to talk about yourself, a strong About page is really about empathy for your visitors.” From “The 5-Step Process for Writing an About Page that Connects (and Converts)” Copyblogger http://www.copyblogger.com/powerhouse-about-page/
Ziauddin Yousafzai: My daughter, Malala | Talk Video | TED.com
Father of Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai for her advocacy for women and girls
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Embrace the Burn - Chris Lema
On the importance of discipline and slow, steady progress over the long-term.
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How to Recover From a Bad First Impression | The Art of Manliness
41 Camping Hacks That Are Borderline Genius
These tips and tricks will guarantee you'll be a totally happy camper this summer.
Get Inspired By These 50 Incredibly Clever Logos With Hidden Meanings
Looking for some logo design inspiration? Here are 50 ingenious examples that carry dual meanings in their design. The hidden symbols explain either the nature of the business or are a clever visual representation of its name. The symbolism is obvious in some cases but skillfully subtle in most. All in all, the designers behind […]
If I Have Gay Children: Four Promises From A Christian Pastor/Parent | john pavlovitz
Sometimes I wonder if I’ll have gay children. I’m not sure if other parents think about this, but I do; quite often. Maybe it’s because I have many gay people in my family and circle of friends. It’s in my genes and in my tribe. Maybe it’s because, as a pastor of students, I’ve seen and… Continue Reading If I Have Gay Children: Four Promises From A Christian Pastor/Parent
15 Banned Books You Should Read This Banned Books Week - Mic
It is a truth universally acknowledged that a book banned is likely a book worth reading. Beloved books like Harry Potter, Brave New World and The Giving Tree have been banned for reasons spanning from greed to promiscuity. There are censors all…
How Google Manages Talent - HBR IdeaCast - Harvard Business Review
Talks about how to interview and access real passion from people.
Fixing the College Grad Hiring Process - HBR IdeaCast - Harvard Business Review
Excellent show on college recruiting, college career centers, and employer strategy.
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The Hazards of Going on Autopilot - The New Yorker
Fascinating article on how relying on autopilot has reduced some of the critical thinking skills of pilots
How Everything We Tell Ourselves About How Busy We Are Is A Lie | Fast Company | Business + Innovation
What People Are Really Doing When They're on a Conference Call - Gretchen Gavett - Harvard Business Review
The Future of College? - The Atlantic
For A More Ordered Life, Organize Like A Chef : The Salt : NPR
Children’s Playground in Orange County | We Play Loud
We Play Loud is Orange County's most unique, safest & cleanest indoor playground in all of the OC! Rides your kids have never seen & will never forget!
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What It Will Take to Fix HR - Cathy Benko - Harvard Business Review
How to Ask Useful Questions - Josh Kaufman
Asking useful questions is a skill, and it requires practice.
NYTimes.com: No Time to Think
Nowadays, people can keep negative thoughts at bay with a frenzy of activity.
15 Grammatical Errors that Make You Look Silly
Why Seven Hours of Sleep Might Be Better Than Eight - WSJ
Several studies have found that seven hours a night is the best amount of sleep in order to function the next day—not eight, as was long believed.