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Playing with ChatGPT
I’ve been playing around a bit more with the ability to create custom ChatGPTs using ChatGPT. The process is as straightforward as using ChatGPT itself. You provide it with a set of instructions and it configures a GPT that aligns with those instructions. I had so much fun with the project that I decided to…
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Navigating Organizational Transformation
Transformation, while challenging and often disruptive, is essential for businesses to stay aligned with evolving customer needs and market dynamics. Absent organizational transformation, companies risk becoming “stuck”; losing touch with their customers and not getting the desired returns on investment. This remains true in most industries I’ve had the opportunity to work in. Before diving…
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Career Politics and the Impact on American Democracy
Disclaimer: This post will focus on the current state of America’s political climate. When writing about politics, I think it’s important to disclose my political leaning, at least at a high level. To this end, I’m a liberal and plan on voting for a Democrat in the upcoming election. If you consider the office of…
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London Series 2024
Dana and I went to London to watch the Phillies play the Mets in the MLB London Series. The trip did not disappoint. The Phillies absolutely dominated the Mets by a score of 7 to 2. Ranger Suarez had 6 strike outs through 5 innings, Bryce Harper, Whit Merrifield, and Nick Castellanos all had a…
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Wherever You Go There You Are
TL;DR: If you’re intrigued by meditation, “Wherever You Go, There You Are” is essential reading. It profoundly shifted my perspective on meditation. I picked up this book after reading about it in an interview with Rick Rubin. The book was accessible and something I’m likely to revisit. Intriguingly, while it deepened my appreciation for meditation,…
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Pivotal Moments: The Unseen Forces Shaping My Professional Journey
In life I believe there are always inflection points where you know whatever happens next, whatever choice you make, your life will be impacted from that point forward. These moments can happen at a time and don’t need to be proceeded by anything momentous. It can simply be your collective experience that ultimately leads to…
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The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas J. Stanley, Ph.D. and William D. Dank, Ph.D.
Tl;DR: The book provides a profile of the average millionaire during the 1990’s. The described profile is based on extensive survey data. The book describes the habits of your average millionaire which is to consume in alignment with a clear budget. The average millionaire earns an average salary but is skilled in accumulating wealth because…
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Evolution’s Edge: The Switch Chronicles
“Give him space,” a voice echoed through the high-tech medical lab, snapping me back to reality. The team of scientists around me stepped back, their faces a mix of awe and apprehension. As I turned to my right, the full weight of my situation crashed over me. I was a renowned neuroscientist with weeks to…
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Beyond the Pool: How Swimming Shaped My World
Intro Summer has always meant a great deal to me. Like many children, I always looked forward to Summer. As a competitive swimmer though, Summer had a significant impact on my childhood. From the age of 8 to 18 my summer was spent at Maplewood Swim Club. It was where I made Friends, learned a…
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Reflecting on Personal Habits and Python Problem Solving
As I continue to work to maintain “good” habits and break “bad” ones I’m learning that I need to get more and more comfortable with the idea of being bored. By leaning into my mental and physical state, whenever I’m given the opportunity to choose what to focus my attention on, I ensure I get…