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Dynamics of Communication

Dynamics of Communication

From the Journal of Consumer Research, Dubois, Rucker and Galinsky; June, 2016. Researchers have examined how power arises and is distributed via socioeconomic status, how it affects consumer behavior and even how it affects psychological state or mindset. One area researchers haven’t fully explored is how power affects the creation and reception of persuasive messages. Having power, researchers h... »

Tech Slowdown Threatens the American Dream

Tech Slowdown Threatens the American Dream

Ask anyone today about technology and you’re likely to hear about the amazing transformations happening across the board.  Silicon Valley has exponentially grown the number of tech startups and has created millions of jobs.  Here’s the only problem: today’s apps and tech startups like Nest and Alphabet’s other Google projects can’t hold a candle to the benefit indoor ... »

Ego Is the Enemy

Ego Is the Enemy

I’ve long been a fan of Holiday’s writing. In Trust Me I’m Lying and The Obstacle is the Way, Holiday presented refreshing views on marketing and Stoicism. In his latest book, Ego is the Enemy, Holiday asks the next question when embracing the obstacles in your life, namely how to achieve your goals with your ego in check. Holiday points out, although the world and its history books have been shap... »