Category: Self Improvement

In previous articles we’ve shared apps and techniques to help you be more productive.  But without the right mindset guiding the use of those tools and techniques, you’re not likely to stay consistently productive.  In this article we’ll share a few building blocks to create a better productivity mindset. Own Your Workflow Just as there […]

Thanksgiving is one of the most popular days of the year.  In the past we’ve talked about its true history, suggested ways a Gent conducts himself on it, argued for (and against) certain conversation topics and even whetted taste buds by talking about favorite dishes old (green bean casserole) and new (deep fried sriracha turkey).  […]

We are past the midpoint of this most challenging of years and in some ways, there’s no more certainty now than there was some months ago.  Business and personal plans continue to be postponed or cancelled, and the responses of those whom we love have often differed from our own.  The challenge for a Gent, […]

The term “annual review” doesn’t usually cause a feeling of excitement for anyone who comes across it. Yes, there might be a pay raise of some sort involved with such a process, but often it might be a discussion about standards that were imposed rather than agreed to, and may often not really have much […]

In recent weeks various news stories have brought the topic of masculinity into the forefront of the national discussion in America.  The phrase “toxic masculinity” is being used to identify a number of ills that our society may or may not actually be suffering from.  But manhood, gentility, and masculinity is at the heart of […]

In past articles we’ve given you tips on how to set goals for a new year as well as cautioned you against falling into old patterns of failure from previous resolutions.  And knowing how to set goals against a backdrop of self-awareness is a good start.  But pairing your goals and resolutions with accountability from […]