Many professionals experience what’s often referred to as a state of “flow.” As Goleman explains, “In a flow state, we become fully immersed in what we’re doing, lose track of time, and reach our highest level of productivity.” Whether it’s a surgeon, a musician, or an athlete, peak performance unfolds during this state of flow. […]
This Forbes-published book presents 12 essential habits grouped under four key themes: will, values, results, and skills. Through engaging storytelling, each habit is brought to life in a well-structured narrative. Every chapter sheds light on a different aspect of how professionals create value in the workplace. The authors—Verne Harnish, Kevin Daum, and Anne Mary Ciminelli—bring […]
ART AND POWER IN THE DIGITAL AGE Let’s dive into the world of art. Recently, we have explored business, travel, political history, and technology. Now it is time to shift our focus back to art. The book we are discussing is “Takedown: Art and Power in the Digital Age” (*) by Farah Nayeri. In her […]
SURVIVING AMONG PSYCHOPATHS AND SOCIOPATHS Yahya Ülkershared an article on psychopaths and sociopaths, I reposted it with this comment: “Psychopaths and sociopaths aren’t confined to social media; they could well be in the workplace, too. Kudos to Mr. Ülker for highlighting emotional manipulations that can even verge on abuse or bullying! Coming up next in […]
Scott H. Young’s concept of “ultralearning” (*) and its transformation into a systematic approach emerge from extensive experience. His approach is built on research into various learning methods, in-depth examination of the biographies of many influential figures worldwide, and, most importantly, hands-on learning projects developed from these individuals’ own real-life experiences. Among these projects, the […]
THE SAPPERS: SOLDIERS WHO UNDERMINE THE FORTRESSES OF OUR MINDS! That’s what I’d like to talk about today. But as you know, it’s my habit to always base our conversations on a text and cite sources. Otherwise, I wouldn’t be able to stay grounded, and you wouldn’t be able to trust me. I picked this […]
ANYONE OUT THERE NOT CURIOUS? Curiosity has always been one of the strongest driving forces behind human history. It’s the desire to understand what we don’t know, to push boundaries, to discover new worlds, and that’s what brought humanity to where it is today. But in the age of artificial intelligence, discovery isn’t just about […]
Timothy Harold Parks, born in 1954, is an English novelist, nonfiction author, Italian-to-English translator, and literature professor. His extensive body of work includes one of his most notable contributions, which focuses on the Medici family, renowned for their pivotal role in igniting the Renaissance and their substantial investment in the arts. The mention of the […]
A REFLECTION ON PHYSICS Why write about physics? While physicists themselves might not dominate social media, their admirers certainly do, and their publications intrigue me. Yet, when I recall my high school physics knowledge, I realize this is likely a hopeless endeavor for me. I have always been a practical, pragmatic person, more focused on […]
The book starts with a premise: while speed often has a notorious image in business, this view may be misguided. The authors question the popular “Move fast and break things” motto from Meta, arguing that it’s not always a choice between speed and caring for people. Their suggestion? You don’t have to choose. They believe […]
