Month: February 2022
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Privacy is Power
A good book about Privacy by Carissa Veliz. She had an insightful interview on The Open Mind show. This is a bipartisan issue that deserves prioritization this year given the global political challenges. Technology overtook our lives only in the last 15 years or so. The average member of Congress is much closer to retirement […]
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Texas-Squared Newsletter
Marc Nathan, an Austin-based entrepreneur/consultant runs a great newsletter for anyone interested in Texas startups/tech news/happenings. Texas is fully open for business in 2022. This weekly newsletter has become my best source for local info. Join
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Mountains beyond Mountains
The sudden loss of Dr. Paul Farmer is being felt around the world. Tracy Kidder’s biography tells the riveting story of Farmer’s ascension from difficult family circumstances in Florida without basic health insurance to becoming the preeminent voice of the poor in global public health. He survived an unfair system and made his mission to […]
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Safety Cloud
Last month, Salesforce came up with a ticket/safety/security solution for in-person events. While I think the laws have gone too far shutting down the economy, this extra layer helps those with underlying health issues who need to attend large-scale events for their livelihood. It also frees up senior citizens to resume important life events. I […]
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True Champion (ESPN video)
Justin Hardy plays basketball in the gym I know all too well in St. Louis, Missouri. He’s putting on a valiant fight off the court, in addition, to being a Division 3 basketball star. The one thing I’ve learned about this illness is to keep doing the things you love whether you experience it personally, […]
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Pandemic podcasts
Listened to these podcasts multiple times during the lockdown. Oddly enough, none made this top 100 list: link
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Austin Access Limits
I agree with this article highlighting the vibrancy of downtown Austin. However, Austin has much to learn from other cities about developing sophisticated mass transit systems. The downtown experience doesn’t mean much when there is limited accessibility for most Austin metro residents. The organic growth of downtown Austin continues to attract workers who prefer city […]
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The New World of Work (Podcast)
Here’s some info you can use. Great podcast hosted by Guy Kawasaki interviewing consultant Keith Ferrazzi. Just picked up Keith’s book. podcast Link I found this incredibly helpful. Keith shares many pointers to help re-organize work as we know it.
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Freedom lost? (The Atlantic article)
Enes Kanter Freedom averaged over 10 points a game in the NBA. He spoke out about human rights abuses across the world. The commercial forces driving his paymasters in the NBA have decided his services are no longer needed. Increasingly, it’s becoming dangerous to have an opinion in the world, especially if it’s amplified through […]
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The Age of Anti-Ambition (NYT article)
There is widespread fatigue among workers about being cogs in the machine. This NYT article delves into why many people are quitting or have chosen not to work without garnering more dignity for their labor. Most stay on the sidelines due to sheer burnout from jobs that don’t fulfill risk-reward expectations: Link The article misses […]
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Steve Jobs quote
Finding the present moment — the ground underneath — unveils work that builds a better tomorrow. Gotta keep moving.
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Free Minds Austin
I learned about Free Minds Austin after watching the film A Reckoning in Boston which highlights the ongoing educational program known as The Clemente Course in the Humanities. The Austin nonprofit program represents Clemente here. The program engages low-income adults and provides a humanities pathway to graduation. The new film shows the trials and tribulations […]
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