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This article was originally published by Fast Company here. Writers in the film and television industries have recently gone on strike as their unions attempt to negotiate with studios on a number of issues. With the advent of streaming services and the massive disruption they have caused to the economic models of the entertainment industry, it’s no surprise that writers are trying…
“I need a vacation from my vacation!” Have you ever used that phrase? I know I have. On the way back from a trip that was supposed to be relaxing and fun, I’m so exhausted that I feel like I need another vacation to rest up before getting back into my normal work routine. As we head into summer with…
This article was originally published by Fast Company here. Momentum in sports is real. When a player is in the zone, it seems that everything happens in slow motion. They see where the ball is coming and where the competition is going. They feel every swing, every stroke, and every pass perfectly. But momentum can swing the other way, too.…
This article was originally published by Fast Company here. If you’re fortunate enough not to be among those directly impacted by the mental health crisis in the United States, you’ve still likely heard about, read about, and been concerned about its ramifications. Chances are that someone you work with, live with, or are related to is suffering from a mental…
This article was originally published by Fast Company here. One of my favorite things to ask an audience of students and young professionals about is commitment. What does commitment mean? Why does someone commit to something? Do you prefer to be on a team of people who are committed to the team? Nearly everyone can explain commitment. In their answers,…
This article was originally published by Forbes here. For decades, people living under communism sought to escape their countries and flee to the West. The communist governments went to extreme lengths to keep their citizens from leaving. The most famous example of this is the Berlin Wall. During the reconstruction of Berlin that followed the war, it soon became evident to…