Originally posted at Geeky Manifestos “We can start here. This is geek country.” We’re all familiar with Narnia and Neverland and all sorts of mystical fantasy worlds. One thing that all of these worlds have in common is that they … Continue reading
I’ve decried the lack of space opera – because it requires thinking big thoughts and often thinking of the future, it seems those traits aren’t in vogue. I’ve recently read a brutal look at the plethora of startups that aren’t … Continue reading
Is your career in a rut? Is your business in a rut? Are you in a rut? If you're in this situation, you've probably been told "think outside the box," which basically means "get outside your current assumptions" to see … Continue reading
“Ewww! Too much information!” – Homer Simpson, “Eight Misbehavin,’” The Simpsons season 11. As a content creator, one of the things you should keep in mind is how much to leave to your audience’s imagination. How much you tell or … Continue reading
One thing I rarely talk about – probably as it seems obvious – is there is one thing you have to have to move forward in your career. There is one key, one power, one trait you need to cultivate … Continue reading
Whatever your career, it helps to think differently. Thinking differently helps you solve problems others see no solution too. Thinking differently lets you blaze new trails and find new things. For that matter, thinking differently keeps you from getting bored. … Continue reading
I get tired of all the fake positive-thinking "if you can dream it you can do it" stuff. Oh, yes, I do believe in the whole thing of visualizing, thinking big, etc. I just dislike the consumerist, "The Secret", wishful … Continue reading
You're a fan. You have imagination. It's what led you to make the ultimate historical fantasy baseball team. It's what let you make Steampunk Avatar: The Last Airbender fanart. You are a person that gets into information, plays with it, … Continue reading