I've worked around the world in global companies and startups. Yes, I've learned a few things along the way and thought to just say the quiet parts out loud.
Picture this: Our intrepid corporate animal, leaning back in a deck chair, basking in the lazy warmth of summer. A slice of watermelon in one hand, a glistening iced coffee in the other. The air hums with the promise of a charbroiled burger sizzling on the grill nearby. This isn&
Folks, we need to have a straight talk about the corporate hustle. If you're under the impression that the CEO's smooth words mean anything more than elegant distraction, then I've got a bridge to sell you. Let's cut through the fluff and
Draining the Treasury: Playing the Long Game in Nascent Industries Alright, huddle up. Let's talk about a strategy I call "Taking Candy from Babies." It's all about spotting the wide-eyed rookies swimming in pools of venture capital, looking like deer in headlights. Nascent industries
Here's the secret: Hard work matters until it doesn't. Then it becomes toil. It's like milking a cow that stopped making milk. You push, pull, sweat, and curse, but you get nothing new out of it. Once you've learned all there is,
Alright, gather ‘round. Pull up a chair; it's story time. Let’s talk freelancing and contracts. Ever notice how folks obsess over hourly rates? "$50 an hour? But I want $75!" Look, you need that gig. You want it. But the client? They’re locked in
Once upon a time, a young idealist walked through the revolving door of a giant corporation, starry-eyed and full of ambition. Naïve, maybe. But who isn't when they first step into the gleaming tower of a big company? Society plays its part well, casting the corporate life as
Oh, Hayden, darling, bless your heart. Your tweet about celebrity crypto coins is just dripping with naivety and misguided optimism. Let Mama Ru break it down for you in a way even a crypto bro can understand.
Stop killing yourself at work for a pat on the head. Align your effort with the actual, depressingly low expectations and live a little.
tldr; Peek at colleagues' calendars to gain insights and stay ahead. Manage your own calendar to avoid exposure. Intro: Ah, the corporate calendar—often overlooked yet packed with hidden gems. It's not just a tool for scheduling; it's a window into the true workings of
tldr; Keep your work life and personal life separate. What you give at the office shouldn't be everything you've got—save the best for where it truly counts. Intro Imagine every day as a pie chart. You've got a limited amount of energy and
tldr; Forget your hobbies and personal passions; if you're in tech, your main role is to write code, not share your life story. Intro Amidst the feel-good narratives about being a "well-rounded" individual, let's cut straight to the chase in the tech world. The
In every lush corporate forest, there are trees that seem to bear no fruit yet enjoy the same sunlight and water as the rest. These are the roles cleverly crafted out of necessity—or lack thereof. Like spectral figures in a grand play, these positions exist just on the fringe of the spotlight.
Gone are the days when a good reputation could open doors. That's old school, a relic of a bygone era before the internet turned everything upside down. Today, it's all about clout. Just look at American politics and Donald Trump. Love him or hate him, the
tldr; College for tech? Overrated. Learn coding online, get to work faster, dodge debt. Who needs theory when you can build real stuff? Intro Here’s a hot take for you: University might just be the biggest scam you're about to fall for if you’re eyeing a
Make your work look tough while secretly taking it easy. Keep your methods hidden, choose the right moment to share your results, and always play to what your boss cares about.
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In the corporate chess game, the shrewdest players remain untouchable, their careers as flawless as Teflon. They master the art of deflection, turning accountability into an art form.