Throughout history, philosophers have extolled the importance of purpose, autonomy, and mastery as the core principles of intrinsic value. At the heart of a fulfilling professional life, these values were espoused by the likes of Plato, Aristotle, and Marcus Aurelius. Each of these philosophers believed that a life lived in service of one’s purpose, with …
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As a project manager, I’ve found that the Triangle of Expectations model isn’t just a tool for managing projects, but it can also be applied to making decisions in our personal lives. And let me tell you; it’s a game changer. It has helped me make more informed and thoughtful decisions that align with my …
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In today’s world, constant stimulation bombards us with notifications and distractions, leaving little room for silence or stillness. This constant state of stimulation can negatively impact our ability to think creatively and generate new ideas. In this blog post, we will explore how boredom can foster creativity and examine the consequences of not allowing ourselves …
Living in a world lacking consistency can be overwhelming and negatively impact our mental and emotional well-being. But, by embracing the philosophy of stoicism and Buddhism and focusing on cultivating inner wisdom and peace, we can find a way to navigate the uncertainty and instability that characterizes the contemporary world.
Virtue signaling is a term that has gained a lot of attention in recent years. It refers to expressing specific values or beliefs to signal others that one is a good, moral person. This can take many forms, such as sharing a particular article on social media, wearing a particular symbol, or making a public …
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In the wake of the Great Recession, many people found themselves out of work and feeling a lack of purpose in their lives. This led to a surge in social entrepreneurship, as people sought to fill this void by creating businesses that sought to solve some of society’s most pressing problems.
Recently, there has been a renewed interest in vintage and antique home furnishings. This is partly due to the demise of cheap, mass-produced flat-pack furniture from design houses such as IKEA and Target. As consumers become more interested in quality over quantity, small businesses that deal in vintage and antique furnishings are seeing a boom …
It is more crucial than ever for businesses to concentrate on the positive social impact that they have during economic downturns. Massive wealth is passed down from one generation to the next during a recession. As the millennial generation assumes its due place as the largest consumers and earners in the United States, it is more critical than ever that our brands have cause and that our causes have the resources they need to grow to fulfill their needs potential.
Managing a team of knowledge workers, who often aren’t in one place and may have other bosses, can be challenging. But there are ways to motivate them without micromanagement or office politics.
The question of whether sustainable investing is effective altruism requires a closer look at the definition of both terms and their mutual relationship.