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 November 2016!
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
• The story of the happiest man in the world (who also has the ear of the Dalai Lama).
• There are so many causes that compete for our money. Here is a Kickstarter campaign with historical significance and a bit of whimsy.
• While it may not always feel that way, the glass ceiling is being broken every day by a bevy of extraordinary women. Here are 50 of them.
• Ever wonder what it is like to surf under the Northern Lights? There’s a thriving surf scene in Norway’s Lofoten Islands, where the waves are cold and the air is colder.
• Do you know money basics? Here are some nuts and bolts to get you started.
• We are about to say goodbye to a First Lady who has inspired us all with her grace, beauty, courage and empathy. Here are four thank-you notes to Michelle Obama, who
has spent the past eight years quietly and confidently changing the course of American history.
• A great interview with Marie Forleo and Seth Godin. Bottom line: stop waiting for the right moment and just go for it!
• Okay, let’s talk about the election. So many articles have been written. Here are the views of 16 writers on Trump’s America. Warning: it is not pretty.
• Ever wondered how popular courses start out? Do you dream of creating a million dollar e-course? Denise Duffield-Thomas lays out the evolution of a million dollar course.
• While I have my tried and true favorites, I am always looking for great new podcasts. Here is Esquire Magazine’s list of the 25 Essential Podcasts of 2016. My favorite: Keepin it 1600. Four former aides to President Obama — Jon Favreau, Dan Pfeiffer, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor — have kept me sane during the election and in its aftermath.
Happy reading and listening,
Image: Willie Franklin.