It’s obnoxious… and I don’t care Has anyone else noticed there are two types of writers on Medium? Those here for the money …and those here to write. What a concept: a writer who wants to write, and not be a “content producer”. Don’t get me wrong, I like money. It’s just, ugh… I’m sick of…

Become a strategic time-managing writer who respects reader trust over egotistical writing — The brand of a publication could not be more relevant today. While brand publishing has pushed companies to establish both online and print publications in order to build reader engagement and corporate reputation, this rise of competition for readership seems to have also pushed publications to better brand themselves. …

I sustainably lost 70 lbs with intermittent fasting through understanding the science, finding the right fasting schedule for me, and listening to my body — It’s likely you have already heard about intermittent fasting (IF). The topic seems to proliferate the media and internet on a regular basis. Even back in 2012 when I set out to lose weight at the age of 24, I had heard bits and pieces about it. Yet, every attempt…

Have a more pleasant experience, get problems solved with less stress — and maybe get some freebies on the side — My friends often get quite jealous of me for all the excellent customer service and freebies that I receive. …

Because it’s time we matched the “write” way… Are you sick of swiping left and right. And up. And down. I thought so. That’s why Medium is introducing a whole new “chapter” to its platform. You guessed it …Or maybe the title gave it away. Anyhow, you’re here. I’m here. We’re all here. Let’s f*ck! I mean, let’s…

Only a child’s love will win this battle — This Valentine’s Day, red cellophane wrapped cinnamon hearts and rose laden boxes of chocolate not only seem trivial and irrelevant. They feel downright condescending. I‘m not bitter towards love, but I will be honest that I have always cast a skeptical eye towards Valentine’s Day and its blatant sense of…

And other ways being a teacher ruins my life Yeah, I know. I’m not supposed to say that. But that’s why I’m getting out of the job, okay? So I’m allowed. How? You ask. Well, by becoming a famous writer on Medium. Obviously. I digress. Where were we? Oh right… The Theory So I have this theory every time I use…

That could make my user experience — and you — richer I was thinking about how limited ‘a clap’ is. First of all, deciding how many to give is sometimes more agonizing that destroying my closet to choose an outfit for a first date. The strategies will flip-flop in much the same way. I’ll go from wanting to really sex it…

I’m not one for doom and gloom. I’m just sayin’ . . . — The Experiment In all seriousness, this is a bit of a thought experiment. But like most existential “what if” indulgences, we can often glean valuable insights for the present 3D. Let’s look at 3 things you can do now to prepare for the worst. Murphy’s Law, right? The Facts The chances of a major…