Email is my nemesis. I try to ignore it but I am so trained to react to it that it saps my productivity. I am getting better thanks to [InBox Zero](http://inboxzero.com/inboxzero/), [Zen Habits](http://zenhabits.net/) and [I Hate People](http://www.ihatepeoplethebook.com/) but I … [Read more...]
I Hate People: Eight Soloist Secrets to Getting Your Work Done
I really like this Soloist concept since it gets past the whole **individual contributor** stigma (i.e. can only work alone) and focuses on excellence alone and as part of an ensemble (group). The soloist needs others to thrive but also needs alone time to master his … [Read more...]
Best Biz Practices: Professional Social Networking
Mike has another wonderful [post](http://bestbizpractices.org/2009/10/19/web-2-0-professional-social-networking/) about the importance of using social networking for your professional career. He gives several examples of platforms that you can use to get yourself out there and … [Read more...]
Zen Habits: How to Avoid Feature Creep In Your Life
Feature creep is everywhere. Dealing with it takes some discipline. Thankfully, Zen Habits has a [post](http://zenhabits.net/2009/10/simplicity-how-to-avoid-feature-creep-in-your-life/) that gives some great advice on dealing with feature creep in your life. I like the analogy … [Read more...]
I Hate People: The End of Phony Optimism
I just started following these guys after reading their book, I Hate People. If you liked "The No Asshole Rule", I Hate People is a wonderful complement to it. It's full of witty insights that expand beyond dealing with Assholes or People (those individuals that waste your time) … [Read more...]