Surrounded by Idiots – Why People Don’t Think Like You (And Why That’s a Good Thing)
Understanding Human Behaviour with the Power of Color Psychology Ever walked out of a meeting thinking, “Why don’t they get it?” Or found yourself endlessly frustrated with a colleague, partner, or friend who just doesn’t seem to communicate the right way? According to Thomas Erikson in Surrounded by Idiots, the problem isn’t intelligence. It’s that … Surrounded by Idiots – Why People Don’t Think Like You (And Why That’s a Good Thing) Read More »
Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life
A Gentle Guide to Finding Purpose, Joy, and Longevity Why do some people live long, fulfilled lives while others feel burned out or aimless? In Ikigai, authors Héctor García and Francesc Miralles explore the Japanese concept of ikigai—a reason to get up in the morning—as the secret behind both longevity and deep life satisfaction. Drawing … Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life Read More »
Book Review: The Comfort Crisis by Michael Easter
Why Discomfort Might Be the Key to a Stronger, Healthier, More Purposeful Life We live in the most comfortable era in human history—plush couches, food on demand, climate control, entertainment at our fingertips. And yet, stress, anxiety, obesity, and burnout are skyrocketing. Michael Easter, in his eye-opening book The Comfort Crisis, argues that modern comfort … Book Review: The Comfort Crisis by Michael Easter Read More »
Book Review: The Millionaire Fastlane by MJ DeMarco
Why Getting Rich Slow Is a Lie—and What to Do Instead If you’ve ever been told that the path to wealth is to save 10% of your income, invest in index funds, retire at 65, and hope it all works out—you’ve been sold what MJ DeMarco calls the “Slowlane.” In his bold and often provocative … Book Review: The Millionaire Fastlane by MJ DeMarco Read More »
Mid-Year Review: How to Reflect, Reset, and Reclaim Your Productivity for the Rest of the Year
It’s hard to believe, but we’re already halfway through the year. For many of us, the first six months have been a whirlwind of meetings, projects, and goals—some achieved, others sidelined. If you’ve been pushing hard, juggling business and personal life, or managing a growing team (like I do with my 15 employees), it’s time … Mid-Year Review: How to Reflect, Reset, and Reclaim Your Productivity for the Rest of the Year Read More »
What Makes Someone an Outlier? Lessons from Malcolm Gladwell’s Outliers
In the world of success stories, we often celebrate individuals as if they made it all on their own—pure talent, relentless hard work, or sheer luck. But Malcolm Gladwell’s bestseller Outliers: The Story of Success challenges that view and invites us to look deeper. What Is an Outlier? Gladwell defines “outliers” as people who stand … What Makes Someone an Outlier? Lessons from Malcolm Gladwell’s Outliers Read More »