Apr
26
How Play Affects Our Relationship with the World
The best thing we can do for ourselves and our children is to reclaim the playground.
3 min read
Articles
Apr
20
From Fan to Employee: How Alex Scored a Job with Exo
When you’re applying for a job, 90% of your communication should be about how you can add value to the employer.
3 min read
Apr
17
My Favorite Youtube Comment about The Power of Play
From a physical abuse sufferer who read Play It Away and watched my videos:
Apr
13
The Simple Solution to End School Shootings
It has nothing to do with guns, it has to do with people feeling lonely.
2 min read
Apr
12
How Uber’s CEO Taught Me the Key to Success for Entrepreneurs
Six years ago, Tim Ferriss introduced me to Travis Kalanick. To date, I have never been more impressed by anyone.
1 min read
Apr
11
How Play Can Heal Strained Relationships and Rebuild Families
Shirley Wu's painful relationship with her mother caused her to crave the loving bond she saw in others. Her military deployments allowed her to escape her emotions, but eventually she had to confront her pain and begin her journey towards healing.
7 min read
Apr
07
Introducing: Google Hobbies (Mockup)
Darvinder's "Google Hobbies" project showcases the power of creating a gift to demonstrate skills to potential employers. This highlights the importance of tangible work in job seeking, as job seekers often struggle with effective strategies when using free work to land their dream job.
1 min read
Apr
07
How Play Helps Real Estate Brokers Sell Million Dollar Listings
Ryan Serhant, the top real estate broker in NY and #6 in the US, trains his sales team through play. By incorporating games into training sessions, he encourages creative thinking and fosters a positive team dynamic. Play proves to be an effective tool for boosting sales and driving growth.
1 min read
Apr
06
How Matt Mazzeo Got His Start by Doing Free Work
Matt Mazzeo, managing director of Lowercase Capital, advises young people to add value to portfolio companies of firms they want to work for, instead of just asking for jobs. By doing free work and offering value, you can make yourself stand out and potentially land your dream job.
6 min read
Apr
04
Can Play Boost Sales?
The most common objection I hear from business people is this: “Play sounds great, but we have to get paid. Can playing at work improve our sales numbers?” The answer is yes.
2 min read