Thought Thread: Build

12/07/2022

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Episode Synopsis

[1] The Myth of the Overnight SuccessWhy read this? Constructing brilliant ideas takes time.[2] Leading vs. Participating Why read this? A tech veteran clarifies the need for leaders to spur results.[3] Are Teens Changing the Movie Business?Why read this? The Gentle-minions movement could be a sign of things to come.[4] Rituals, not RoutinesWhy read this? A secular plea for creating structures and patterns in our life.[5] Book Recommendation: BuildWhy read this? The lead designer of the iPod/iPhone dispenses his wisdom on making stuff. Before you buy, click here for some of my highlights from the book.[6] Do National Parks Have a Squirrel Problem?Why read this? If you're traveling this summer, beware of these cute rodents.[7] From High School Dropout to Poet to Math GeniusWhy read this? This is a long and complicated read but it's my favorite story this month. The Field Medal is basically the Nobel Prize/Olympics in the field of mathematics. One of this year's winners had an unusual path to the honor. His journey is a reminder of our capacity to become someone we never envisioned.