Once a month, I curate the best links on how to find work that you love, be excellent at what you do, and unlock any door that stands in your way. Mostly, I gather articles and podcasts that capture my attention because they make me think or laugh. Here is the link round-up for July 2016!
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
• Do you wish someone could just plan your vacations and surprise you with the destination? Here is a travel company that keeps your vacation a secret until you get there.
• 11 years ago this woman could not even run 5km without being out of breath. Then in her 30’s, she discovered mountaineering. Today she is the fastest female to complete the Explorers Grand Slam (reaching both the North and South Pole as well as climbing the seven summits (the highest mountain on each continent).
• Thinking about stopping your nightly glass of wine? Here are 7 things that happen to your body when you stop drinking alcohol for a year.
• At a career crossroads? Here are 6 questions to weigh before taking the leap.
• Tired of getting frustrated because your internet is spotty throughout your house? This company invented a wifi router that could change the way we connect to the internet forever.
• There is nothing like the power of a mentor. Sheryl Sandberg’s Lean In organization just started Lean In Circles. Check out these powerful stories.
• And speaking of Sheryl Sandberg- read this Lenny interview. It gives great insight into the kind and compassionate person who is also one of the most accomplished women of our time.
• I am a political junky but in this particular election year, it is often difficult to watch the news. My solve — podcasts!! Here are a few of my favorites.
• For all entrepreneurs who like working in coffee shops, this one in San Francisco takes reservations so you don’t have to worry about getting a seat near an outlet!
• There are times we want to move forward, but feel stuck in the job or business we are in. What to do? Sometimes what is needed is finding the courage to quit.
• It’s summertime. Airports are crowded and planes are delayed. Here are 7 ways to make those travel delays fly by!
Image: Willie Franklin.