Chess versus poker analogies
When making decisions, I often use analogies related to chess. For example, I'll say I need to think a few moves heads, or figure out how »
Security is a tax on honest people
Security, whether in the form of putting a lock on your door or protecting yourself against hackers, is only necessary if you're concerned that there are »
Multiple trips to the hardware store
Regardless of how hard I try to plan ahead, home repair jobs always require multiple trips to the hardware store. Usually, the extra trips are due »
Be careful when interpreting references
As a hiring manager, it's important to figure out how well references know the person that they're vouching for. After all, applicants will do their best »
Satire about the mask chin strap
If a mask is worn properly over one's nose and mouth, it helps prevent the spread of aerosolized particles that may include COVID-19. However, it's now »
"Who" versus "them"
When you hear the name of a person, is your first reaction "who?" or "them"? This instinct is a good proxy for how famous that person »
Artistic value vs economic value
After watching Made You Look, I've been reflecting on the fact that counterfeit art can still be moving. Until people were made aware of pieces' fraudulent »
Parking in perpendicular spaces
When parking in a garage, do you pull in driving forward or backwards? In the US, most people park driving forward (76% according to AAA), meaning »
Don’t take "yes" for an answer
When people say "yes," they aren't necessarily agreeing with you. Culturally, we're conditioned to be friendly and for many people saying "no" can feel uncooperative or »
Why does cyan feel futuristic?
Futuristic computer interfaces are usually depicted with cyan text, and retro computer terminals with green or yellow text. Has this always been the case? Or is »