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Introduction The competition to become a top corporate manager has never been fiercer. While old school corporate management values such as efficiency and vision still have their place, studies in several countries have shown that sociopaths and psychopaths ar... More »
“Plath…reports that she’s used ‘the dregs of my inspiration’ to write six entries for a jingle-writing contest for Dole pineapple…. She also entered contests for Heinz ketchup, French’s mustard, Libby’s tomato juice, and Slenderella.”... More »
Once upon a time there was a powerful Wizard King, named Usa, who lived in a grand castle, ruling a rich and fertile land. Centuries before, the land had belonged to the Naidni peoples and Usa’s forbearers had taken it from them in a series of bloody wars. U... More »
After experience with Basic Travlish, everyone knows a “cozy” hotel room is big enough for a pair of leprechauns; that a “centrally located” establishment is right across from the train station and mere meters away from the city’s fabled bell tower. ... More »
Ever since the events of November 2016, progressive yard signs have sprouted up in liberal, typically upscale, enclaves from coast-to-coast. Even the most casual observer can’t help but notice them. As David Brooks noted recently in an op-ed in The New York ... More »
The kids are coming back home for festivities and the inevitable family gatherings are right around the corner. But, surprise! This winter you have decided to shake things up and end the year lit! Follow these guidelines and you’ll be set. First, if you’re... More »
OK, got your attention. Can you believe, when I mentioned a commonly used sexist phrase to friends and colleagues, their reactions could not have been more strident: “Give me a break,” “Are you nuts,” “You’re totally over-reacting,” “Jason, d... More »
Thanksgiving—A ridiculous Pilgrim holiday traced back to a 1621 celebration in Plymouth, Massachusetts. Giving thanks for the harvest made sense then; now it seems insane. The only harvest most Americans procure is from the aisles of Costco. Besides, a labor... More »
