10 Jul

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The Story Paradox: How Our Love of Storytelling Builds Our World – A Reflection on Jonathan Gottschall’s Provocative Insights As I settled down with The Story Paradox: How Our Love of Storytelling Builds Our World, Jonathan Gottschall’s latest exploration of the storytelling phenomenon, I felt a familiar thrill akin to revisiting an old friend. Having previously been mesmerized by his earlier work, The Storytelling Animal, I was eager to unravel how he would tackle a more ominous topic: the potential pitfalls of our relentless storytelling drive. Spoiler alert: this...

06 Jun

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A Dose of Laughter in Business: A Review of Humor, Seriously by Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas In a world where business emails are often more sterile than a hospital room, the cheerful promise of Humor, Seriously: Why Humor Is a Superpower at Work and in Life (And How Anyone Can Harness It. Even You) by Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas caught my attention like the first sparkly pop of a champagne cork at a celebratory gathering. This book explores a refreshing idea: humor isn’t just for comedians—it’s a...

05 Jun

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Book Review: How to Win an Information War: The Propagandist Who Outwitted Hitler by Peter Pomerantsev When I stumbled upon How to Win an Information War, I felt an immediate tug of curiosity; how could the historical tales of British anti-Nazi propaganda resonate with the current conflict in Ukraine? Peter Pomerantsev, a writer whose previous work, Nothing is True and Everything is Possible, had already captivated me with his piercing insights into Putin’s Russia, was poised to weave past and present together in a way that could illuminate our...

02 Jun

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Making Numbers Count: A Reflection on the Art and Science of Communicating Data As a self-proclaimed math nerd and accountant, I’ve always found solace in the structure and clarity that numbers provide. Manipulating them is a joy; the rules are clear, the patterns are visible. This makes me more empathetic to the challenges many face when grappling with data and statistics. Enter "Making Numbers Count: The Art and Science of Communicating Data" by Chip Heath and Karla Starr—a book that struck a chord with me the moment I picked...

30 May

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More Than Words: How to Think About Writing in the Age of AI by Warner – A Thought-Provoking Exploration As an avid reader and passionate advocate for the craft of writing, I often find myself caught in the whirlwind of discussions about technology’s impact on our lives. When I stumbled upon More Than Words: How to Think About Writing in the Age of AI by Warner, I felt an immediate pull—this was a conversation I desperately wanted to be a part of. With his years of experience as a...

11 May

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Win Every Argument: The Art of Debating, Persuading, and Winning People Over by Mehdi Hasan: A Personal Reflection From the moment I picked up Win Every Argument by Mehdi Hasan, I felt an undeniable spark of excitement. As someone who often finds themselves in spirited discussions, the prospect of honing my argumentative skills was tantalizing. Hasan, a seasoned TV pundit and master of rhetoric, invites readers into the world of debate not just as an intellectual exercise but as a vital aspect of democracy itself. His assertion that arguments...