Jay’s Book Talk: On the Clock
“On the Clock explores the lengths that half of Americans will go to in order to make a living, offering not only a better understanding of the modern workplace, but also surprising solutions to make work more humane for millions…
Jay’s Book Talk: Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata
A Japanese woman who has been working at a convenience store for 18 years, much to the disappointment of her family, finds friendship with an alienated, cynical and bitter young man who becomes her coworker. This book is for anyone…
Stoicism on Hoopla
“External things are not the problem. It’s your assessment of them. Which you can erase right now.” – Marcus Aurelius Can’t quite get into meditation? Unable to find the tranquility of mind? Beset by anxiety on the shortness of life?…
Jay’s Book Talk: Joy at Work by Marie Kondo and Scott Sonenshein
The workplace is a magnet for clutter and mess. Who hasn’t felt drained by wasteful meetings, disorganized papers, endless emails and unnecessary tasks? These are the modern-day hazards of working, and they can slowly drain the joy from work, limit…
Movie Review: The Devil’s Backbone
“What is a ghost? A tragedy condemned to repeat itself time and again? A moment of pain, perhaps. Something dead which still seems to be alive. An emotion suspended in time. Like a blurred photograph. Like an insect trapped in…
Crítica de la Película: El espinazo del diablo
“¿Qué es un fantasma? Un evento terrible condenado a repetirse una y otra vez? Un instante de dolor quizá. Algo muerto que parece por momentos vivo aún. Un sentimiento suspendido en el tiempo, como una fotografía borrosa, como un instante…
Jay’s Book Talk: Leadership Strategy and Tactics by Jocko Willink
In the military, a field manual provides instructions in simple, clear, step-by-step language to help soldiers complete their mission. In the civilian sector, books offer information on everything from fixing a leaky faucet to developing an effective workout program to…
Movie Review: Wrinkles (Arrugas)
One of my goals in learning Spanish is to experience art. Art (particularly from other cultures) brings you out of your comfort zone. It forces you to look at life differently and love it despite the challenges it brings. This…
Crítica de la Película: Arrugas (Wrinkles)
Una de mis metas en aprender español es experimentar el arte. El arte (particularmente de otras culturas) causa salirse de su zona de comodidad. Le hace a uno esforzarse a ver la vida de una manera diferente y disfrutarla a…
Book Review: Leadership Strategy and Tactics by Jocko Willink
Anyone in a leadership position knows the challenges of leading their team. During this period of shifting economic winds marked by great losses and surprising gains, knowing how to pivot can make or break your company. Leadership Strategy and Tactics…