“If we, in public television, can only make it clear that feelings are mentionable and manageable, we will have done a great service for mental health.”
Mr. Rogers’ 1969 Plea For PBS Funding
How To Achieve Anything You Want
“In life, you rarely get paid for what you are doing. You get paid for what you have already done.”
The Internet Is Saving Culture, Not Killing It
“In the last few years, and with greater intensity in the last 12 months, people started paying for online content. They are doing so at an accelerating pace, and on a dependable, recurring schedule, often through subscriptions. And they’re paying for everything.”
6 Ways To Write Emails That Won’t Make People Resent You
“People like to have a reason for doing things. If you want to get a positive reaction to your message, it’s helpful to provide some greater context for the request. The ‘why,’ if you will.”
3 Ways We Need To Change The Web, According To Its Creator
“It has taken all of us to build the web we have, and now it is up to all of us to build the web we want.”
10 Ideas Worth Sharing This Week
“The good ideas will survive.” — Quentin Tarantino
The Biggest Threat Facing Middle-Aged Men Is Loneliness
“Loneliness has been linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke and the progression of Alzheimer’s. One study found that it can be as much of a long-term risk factor as smoking.”
How To Present News To People Who Have Never Read A Newspaper
“Adapting a newspaper for the modern web isn’t good enough for people who never read newspapers in the first place. We deserve something new.”
How To Set Goals Like Google
“Embrace the 10x factor. That is, ask the question, ‘What would we do differently if we were trying to increase revenue 10x instead of by 10%?”
Do What You Can’t
“Keep your head down. Follow the rules. Do as you’re told. Play it safe. Wait your turn. Ask permission. Learn to compromise. This is terrible advice.”