Dive into a tale of chaos and creativity where vague requests lead to misadventures at home and beyond.
Explore the journey of choosing our responses to life’s surprises and how these choices shape our growth, freedom, and joy.
Delve into the heartwarming and humorous realities of parenting a teenager, where contradictions and cherished moments beautifully coexist.
Discover how The Mighty Fleas turned a high school basketball game into an unforgettable lesson in teamwork and triumph against all odds.
Self-Knowledge
Join Charlie in a whimsical tale of magical umbrellas transforming his ordinary life into an extraordinary adventure!
Dive into the humorous journey of valuing friends over ostriches, exploring nature’s true masterpieces. From Hoover Dam tales to wine spills, celebrate the art of friendship.
Journey through time, from high school corridors to midlife reflections, as the wisdom of a unique teacher continues to illuminate life’s deeper tales.
Explore a world where burnt popcorn and bag culture flourish, and every quirk is a vibrant petal in the bouquet of being human. Celebrate uniqueness!
Leadership
A simple story from my 20-year business journey with Chris, the man who’d question a laugh but build a desk with love. Learn why people always came before profits.
Explore the parable of Oliver, whose curiosity lead his village to newfound clarity and understanding.
Dive into the art of clear communication to navigate life’s misunderstandings and build stronger, trust-filled connections.
Explore how the spirit of a Mini Cooper mirrors the essence of a thriving business culture, where team unity and creativity drive lasting success.
Existence
A reader named Kevin described the heavy weight of grief he was carrying after the unexpected death of his dog. Magary’s went from sports philosopher to Gandalf the White in a blink—and I found myself upended. His words and sentiment are beautiful, poignant, and wise.
Discover how Eli and his sons, Tick and Tock, learn to cherish life’s moments in the whimsical town of Little Peculiar.
Explore life’s small joys, from dad jokes about avocados to unexpected connections. Discover why the best moments often happen offstage.
Discover why the frantic race to achieve is overrated, and why sometimes, just being alive is the greatest achievement of all. A humorous take on the meaning of life.
Design
Journey from in-flight tales to branding insights, exploring the unmatched power of clear communication. Let’s ensure our messages land smoothly!
Discover the magic of branding and how it turns ordinary products into unforgettable experiences. It’s not just about what you make, but how you make people feel.
Dive deep into Nike’s transformation from selling shoes to weaving dreams, crafting not just customers but a global congregation of believers.
It struck me that there’s a lot an agency or marketing team can learn from a writers’ room. Every business experiences friction between creating and critiquing ideas. A writers’ room is like a masters class on the creative process.
Nonprofits
Out of all the things there are to learn about online fundraising, defining your value proposition is the most fundamental. Your value proposition is the key to each step up the donor mountain—because each step prompts questions in the mind of your donor. Why should they open your email? Why should they click on the “Give Now” button? Why should…
Asking donors to cover the transaction fees on their online gifts has…
It’s tough to think about, but the reality is that 98 to…
According to my friends at NextAfter, only 50% of giving pages offer…
Culture
Join the debate on audio vs. physical books. Whether you’re team earbud or team paperback, it’s the story that counts. No snobs allowed!
Well, grab your remote, pop some popcorn, and prepare to dive into…
Explore how Han Solo, with his mix of rogue charm and moral ambiguity, teaches us to navigate life’s grey areas with humor and heart.
Here’s my quirky lineup of the Christmas songs that I just can’t help but belt out every holiday season.
Lists
Experience the world of Everton fandom, where shared setbacks and theatrical pessimism are celebrated just as much as the rare but cherished victories.
LKet me introduce my latest masterpiece: an utterly unrequested, minimally essential list of my all-time favorite athletes.
I present to you my utterly subjective, potentially controversial, but absolutely unapologetic list of my all-time favorite USMNT players.