This is worth checking out if only to see the two world maps weighted by news coverage. One is based on North American news, while the other uses Europe and Central Asia. | learn more
You’re familiar with the concepts of diminishing returns and compounding. This Farnam Street post gives you the broader scope – with each being a case of power laws. | learn more
This is an interesting article. It describes tying types of work to specific locations to reinforce neural pathways in your brain. It explains why people sometimes have trouble working out at home (i.e. in their living room). | learn more
Rather than highlighting the habits of successful people, which you’ve doubtless seen in many places, this author chose to highlight the bad habits that you should try to purge. | learn more
“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
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
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
I love that Ben Horowitz always starts off his posts with rap lyrics. This is a man I can relate to! The difference between Charles Barkley and Hakeem Olajuwon is the first rule of leadership. | learn more
“HotelTonight’s Chief Data and Strategy Officer talks about how startups should set up and mine their data to drive insights that actually make a difference.” | learn more
This fun post adds color and commentary to the philosopher’s often-quoted pithy one-liners. | learn more