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5 essays

1. The Good Job

   I visited a large company to give a talk about non-conformity and adventure. From all appearances, it was a well-run company doing good things.

2. Starting a Business While Working a Full-Time Job

   For every self-employed person, there are a lot more people who would like to be. But many of these people already have jobs, and everyone is busy.

3. Climb the Right Ladder

   Originally posted on March 25, 2013 — Over the weekend I heard a talk and short performance piece by Stephen Kellogg, an independent musician who was

4. The Need for Change

   I talked with my seatmate Rachel on the flight to Singapore. She was 6G, I was 6H—Cathay Pacific Business Class.

5. How to Win the Career Lottery

   If you won the lottery tomorrow, how would your life be different? Maybe you’d buy a new car or take a dream vacation.