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A Couple Questions
Two questions are dealt with in this podcast. One reader has a question about procrastination. Another reader has an interpretation question about a passage from "On Duties."
Published on 9 years, 5 months ago
How Do I Know If My Goals Are Unrealistic?
A reader is concerned that he may be setting expectations and goals for himself that are not in accord with reality or practicality. He is wondering if he should make adjustments, but does't really …
Published on 9 years, 5 months ago
How Should I Decide What Career Path To Take?
A 23-year-old reader in a European country is undecided what career path to take. He has narrowed down his choices training in art or training in law. But he's not sure which one is best for him. …
Published on 9 years, 5 months ago
Conduct, Obligations, And Decision-Making: Details Of My New Book "On Duties"
My new book, "On Duties," is the most explanatory, readable, and well-organized translation of Cicero's classic that is available in English, and perhaps in any language. I provide the three reasons…
Published on 9 years, 5 months ago
How Did We Get To Be Where We Are Now?
A reader notes that the previous generations failed to prevent the corruption and decay afflicting the US in the modern era. How did this happen? The short answer is that wealth and ease breed lazi…
Published on 9 years, 6 months ago
Get Moving And Keep Moving
A young man from Australia writes that he feels a general malaise and depression, and finds it difficult to get motivated. I offer some blunt talk to put things in perspective. I also provide some …
Published on 9 years, 6 months ago
Intuition Or Deliberation?
A reader wants to know how reliable his intuition is. Should he rely on it, or should he instead fall back on his powers of rational analysis and deliberation? It's a great question.
Published on 9 years, 6 months ago
How Can I Get Motivated?
A follower on Twitter says that he's finding it hard to get and stay motivated. He wants to know what things he can do to keep up his intensity level.
Published on 9 years, 6 months ago
How Should I Leave My Corporate Job?
An engineer wants to know the best way he should leave his high-paying but low-satisfaction job, and start his own business. Are some ways better than others? What considerations should he be think…
Published on 9 years, 6 months ago
Some Ways To Gain Leadership Experience
What are some ways that a person can get real-world leadership experience quickly? We discuss some options. I also give my thoughts on the four most important leadership traits and principles.
Published on 9 years, 7 months ago