Open Plan Offices Kill Productivity. Here’s What to Do Instead.
This article was originally published under Read Write. For years, the business world lived under the false pretense that open plan offices were a killer idea. I myself even bought into the hype. At Netconcepts, the digital agency I founded (and sold in 2010), only the executives had offices with doors that closed. Open plan offices were a win-win for anyone looking to cut costs and spark collaboration among employees, or at least that was […]
What is Ayahuasca and Why Is It Gaining Popularity in the U.S.?
Ayahuasca, or “vine of the soul,” is a South American psychoactive traditional medicine. It’s a part of ceremonies and spiritual activities among indigenous people in the Amazon region.
Losing Your Memory? Not So Fast…
This article was originally published under Huff Post. It’s a familiar scenario for anyone over 35: You walk into a room to get something, and you suddenly can’t remember why you are there. Or you tear the house apart, already late for a meeting and searching frantically for those keys you know you set down on the kitchen counter. Or that colleague, the one smiling at you with familiarity — you know his name, it’s […]
Love and Light
What’s with the “Love and Light” email sign-off?
I admit I used to scoff at emails from people (including my ex-wife) ending with “Love and Light.” If that makes your eyes roll too, I get you. I’ve been there too. Way too “woo woo” for me! I saw it almost like a New Age battle cry. Why would folks marginalize themselves that way?
Do you hear my judgment coming through?
3 Seconds to Happiness
What was the first thought on your mind when you woke up this morning? If it wasn’t something positive, it probably impacted your day in a negative way. It’s amazing how those first few minutes after waking up can shape your entire day.
The Role of Your Telomeres in Living Longer and Better
Most of us probably think that aging is inevitable, something the entire humanity is doomed with. However, many scientists and biohackers believe that aging is malleable, something that massively depends on how you choose to live your life. This is why as early as now, it’s best to really understand what telomeres are and how you can optimize it.
Why You Need to Pay More Attention to Your Gut Microbiome
The word bacteria is usually correlated with diseases, giving it a negative reputation. But the bad rap these microorganisms get is uncalled for! While it’s true that some bacteria may be harmful to our system, some are actually necessary to keep you alive and healthy.
How to Use Your Podcast to Create a Remarkable Circle of Peers
This article was originally published under Read Write. It’s no secret that podcasting has surged in popularity in recent years. If you run a business, you’ve probably been advised to start a podcast (maybe you already have!). There are still skeptics, but podcasting has established itself as a mainstream medium, and there’s no reason why it won’t be here in the long term. The business reasons for starting a podcast don’t really need repeating here, […]
This Powerful Technique Will Keep You One Step Ahead of AI
This article was originally published under Read Write. The digital economy has made it easier than ever to start a business. All you need is a credit card and a website. You don’t even need to come up with a product. If you don’t want to spend money on product development or warehousing, just drop ship from China! This is great news for aspiring entrepreneurs everywhere but it also means that the playing field is […]
Deep Work vs. Shallow Work – How Your Distracted Habits Could Cost You Your Career in the New Economy
This article was originally published under Read Write. There’s so much happening in the world right now. It’s easy to forget that we’re living through a major upheaval in the way we work and live. In fact, being constantly distracted by the latest political scandal or viral video is part of the problem: with so many shiny objects constantly vying for our attention, we’ve forgotten the benefits of deep concentration and given up some of […]
