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As Americans prepare for the holiday season, the news of the UnitedHealthcare CEO’s passing appears to be the gift that keeps on giving. From the comfort of their overpriced dwellings, citizens look on with wondrous amazement as law enforcement officials announce the capture of the nation’s latest anti-hero: the man responsible for ending the life… Continue reading Mangione the Equalizer: UnitedHealthcare & The Allure of Vigilante Justice
Today I want to talk about the targeted attack on the UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The story of his passing has been all over the news for the past 4 or 5 days, and what stood out about the case is the relative skill with which the perpetrator was able to evade apprehension by the… Continue reading Healthcare Crisis: Brian Thompson’s Death and Corporate Accountability
Performance punishment in the workplace rewards high-performing employees with excessive responsibilities and scrutiny without extra compensation, leading to burnout and resentment. Faced with this somber reality, many employees choose to behave as NPCs at work to avoid harm.
God, why does no one want to manage anymore? You see what I did there? It’s a tongue in cheek subversion of the popular wHy doEs No oNe wAnT tO woRk anYmOrE trope. But seriously, I keep running into flippant little job adverts saying: “must be self-directed,” “comfortable managing up,” and “if you need your… Continue reading Managers Are Failing the Next Generation.
The author reflects on their experiences with younger colleagues from Gen Z, noting similarities in traits such as introversion, outspoken opinions, and creative talent. This encounter prompts self-reflection on the author's own past, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and learning across generations while recognizing the challenges faced by the younger workforce.
Every nation has an agreed upon legend that it uses to project an image of greatness upon the world. These idealistic values highlight the complexities of an often-exaggerated origin story—one that its citizens can find meaning in and use as a cultural standard of acceptability. Among them, the myth of the American Dream stands out as the most infamous.
Life is hectic. From juggling multiple responsibilities at work and home, to financial uncertainty, navigating interpersonal relationships, and trying to achieve goals, life can be pretty damned demanding. Especially in modern times as the interconnectedness of our era lends itself to a constant barrage of heartbreaking news cycles and global crises. Meanwhile, social media presents… Continue reading How to Access Mental Healthcare and Find a Therapist without Insurance
Are you a highly skilled task master who excels at meeting deadlines and defying expectations? Do you pour your mind, heart, and soul into your work, laser focusing on projects and always striving to find new, innovative solutions? Does your creative energy yo-yo up and down at warp speed? If this sounds like you, then… Continue reading 5 Blockages that Keep You from Doing Your Creative Work
Ahhhh. There’s no place like home amirite? That beautiful sanctuary created with you and your loved ones in mind. Where the fridge has your favorite snacks. Where the plants grow so majestically. Where the wifi connects automatically. Oh yeah—that’s the good stuff. After a long day of goal setting, negotiating, serving, rubbing elbows, and striving… Continue reading Work-Life Balance is a Bold-Faced Lie!
This is not a story about work life balance, self-care, or quiet quitting. This post is about what happens when, frankly, none of those things are working and you’re finally ready to give up. This won’t be a happy, hopeful discussion. And nor will it preach the pros of perpetual positivity. This is what happens… Continue reading Detaching from the corporate workplace.
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