better doing
How to remember what you read.
“The benefits of reading are negated if you don’t remember what you read. This article discusses a tested system to increase retention.” | learn more
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better doing
Managers must be insane to brainstorm in groups.
There’s been plenty of research that demonstrates brainstorming this way is less effective than individual idea generations. But we keep doing it anyway! | learn more
retail therapy
Amazon is funding markdowns on marketplace.
In a new tactic, Amazon is discounting some products below prices that marketplace sellers set. They’re funding the difference themselves. Why? One reason – brick & mortar competitors won’t price match marketplace sellers. This means you can’t buy these products […]
on the blockchain
The slow death of the firm.
firmNick Tomaino, founder of crypto VC 1confirmation, thinks we’re witnessing the slow death of the firm. He makes the case for why it’ll be edged out by decentralized organizations. | learn more
big ideas
Tim O’Reilly wants to rewrite our economy’s rules.
If you haven’t heard of him, know that he’s one of the OG’s of the internet. He coined the term ‘open source’ software and popularized ‘web 2.0’. Now he’s questioning some of the fundamental (if arbitrary) conditions of our economy. […]
big ideas
Evidence of abundance.
Peter Diamondis is an optimist. He believes we’re entering a new age of abundance. This beautiful PDF report highlights the evidence behind his belief. | learn more
under the microscope
Research shows people are more innovative when they’re older.
This really flies in the face of Silicon Valley’s narrative. | learn more
under the microscope
Fisker claims its solid-state batteries could be recharged in one minute.
File this away under the “I’ll believe it when I see it” category, but let’s agree to keep watching! Battery technology is already critical to our life on this planet, and more advances will help improve its quality with better […]
under the microscope
Iridium, found in meteors, shows promise in killing cancer cells.
“The researchers created a compound of iridium and organic material, which they can directly target towards cancerous cells, transferring energy to the cells to turn the oxygen (O2) inside them into singlet oxygen, which is poisonous and kills the cell—without […]
better doing
The psychology of human memory tells us how to learn better.
InnerDrive, a UK-based company, has an initiative called Studies that every teacher needs to know. They are “finding and summarizing the most relevant research that can provide practical tips and tools for teachers to help them improve their students’ memory, mindset and behavior.” | learn more