One of my business partners and I meet up every week at a Wegmans where we hash out our plans to increase profits for the event series we put on. Then it hit me, it’s shocking how few people I see working at the cafe part of grocery stores. Not only do you have theContinue reading “The Next Generation of Co-Working”
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On the Dave S. Alex N debate at SoHo
I should preface this by saying that I very much like Dave Smith and find him insightful in a wide array of topics. But, if I’m being honest, I didn’t think this was an especially strong debate performance. Whereas a lot of his debates are blowouts, I thought this was roughly evenly matched. However, certainContinue reading “On the Dave S. Alex N debate at SoHo”
Insurance is a type of option
The concept of insurance is essentially a hedge against certain kinds of risk. When you buy car insurance, you’re basically buying the ability to sell your car for a certain price to the insurance company, a price most of the time, you wouldn’t be willing to accept. The big issues are adverse selection and failingContinue reading “Insurance is a type of option”
The Who is Who of Protein Desserts
Almost every time I go to the supermarket, I scan the aisles for a protein treat that I could relish. I try new treats most of the time, and as a result, I think I have a pretty good understanding of what’s being hyped by VC, versus what’s going to get real consumer demand. InContinue reading “The Who is Who of Protein Desserts”
Learning Advertising Tech et All
So, it’s been 2 months since I finished my masters. Given that I crash out without challenges in front of me, here are the following challenges I’m beginning to work on. In general, having some broader mission I’m working on helps energize me and keeps me focused on avoiding distractions like TV and video games.Continue reading “Learning Advertising Tech et All”
Some Thoughts on Free Association
Most people enjoy being around people similar to them. There’s a natural comfort in surrounding yourself with folks who share a lot of the same ideas. Others prefer being in diverse environments, where they can learn from other peoples, groups, and ideas. I happen to prefer diverse environments, but there’s an obnoxious contingent of peopleContinue reading “Some Thoughts on Free Association”
Masters Degree is Complete
I said I’d get a master’s degree done in six months, that I’d run a half marathon, and that I’d write a book this upcoming year. Aside from the book, we’re finishing way ahead of schedule! Next goals: AWS certifications, PMP, CFA, CFI
Homegrown Oathsworn Tool
Oathsworn Optimal Dice Calculator Difficulty (Target Sum) Reroll Tokens Available Calculate Optimal Dice Running simulations… This may take a few seconds. Optimal Strategy Best choice: Roll dice Success rate: Auto-fail rate: Average total: Detailed Results Dice Success Rate Auto-Fail Rate Avg Total Oathsworn Dice Mechanics Each die has 6 faces: 2 Blanks, 2 ones, 1Continue reading “Homegrown Oathsworn Tool”
The Slow Burn of Accomplishment
This week, I tried to throw myself deeper into the realm of personal development than before. Here are the main things Looking at the plurality of my accomplishments for this year, I feel satisfied. Very few of these were immediately accomplished, but instead were incremental changes as I worked towards broader goals. Deciding to writeContinue reading “The Slow Burn of Accomplishment”
Assorted Home Improvement Ideas
I’m planning on repainting my room, adding a mural of some sort on the ceiling, getting rid of a bookshelf, redoing my blinds, finding a nice mattress frame, replacing my door, and cutting down my supplements and books to ultimately make my area beautiful. I like the idea of making my living space serene andContinue reading “Assorted Home Improvement Ideas”
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