Justin Rocket Silverman

How You Can Conquer Any Deadline

Whether you’re Sergey Brin or an unknown entrepreneur, deadlines are difficult. That’s why you need a simple, tough approach, like the one used by George Lois, the legendary ad man and designer. His way? “Don’t be a pus–.” . . . here’s where the blue streak starts.

How You Can Conquer Any Deadline

Quit Your “Group Grope” Now: Original Mad Man George Lois On The Dark Side Of Collaboration

For the legendary designer, there’s no better recipe for failure than having too many cooks in the kitchen. (Yes, you are meant to think about Andy Warhol drowning in a can of Campbell’s Tomato Soup at this point.)

Quit Your “Group Grope” Now: Original Mad Man George Lois On The Dark Side Of Collaboration

05.16.13 | 9:03 am

Watch The Writer Of This Post Meet The Brain Surgeon Who Saved Him

Multitasking may be an essential job skill, but not for Dr. Raj Shrivastava, a neurosurgeon at Mr. Sinai Hospital in New York City. Not when complete focus means the difference between life or death. The author recalls putting his own brain in Dr. Shrivastava’s capable hands.

Watch The Writer Of This Post Meet The Brain Surgeon Who Saved Him

How Newark Mayor Cory Booker Crushes The Daily Race Against Time

Newark Mayor Cory Booker features an in-your-face reminder in his office that every second is precious. Here’s what we can learn about entrepreneurial success from his emphasis on openness and urgency.

How Newark Mayor Cory Booker Crushes The Daily Race Against Time

An NYC Bike Messenger Turned SoulCycle Instructor On Managing–And Staying Calm–In Chaos

Kym Perfetto spent 5 years in one of the most hair-raising jobs in the country, as an NYC bike messenger. Her tips for staying calm amid chaos, even if you’re about to get doored by a taxi (literally or figuratively).

An NYC Bike Messenger Turned SoulCycle Instructor On Managing–And Staying Calm–In Chaos

3 Ways To Ensure An Excellent Product, From The Man Behind America’s Best Burgers

Pat LaFrieda supplies many of New York’s premier steakhouses and Minetta Tavern, home of the city’s most expensive burger. Here’s how the burger maestro ensures every bite is perfection.

3 Ways To Ensure An Excellent Product, From The Man Behind America’s Best Burgers

Climbing The Ladder From Waiter To Executive, One Rung At A Time

Paul Bolles-Beaven knows a thing or two about climbing the corporate ladder. He started out as a waiter more than 27 years ago at Danny Meyer’s Union Square Café. He’s still with the company–as a senior partner.

Climbing The Ladder From Waiter To Executive, One Rung At A Time

Impact

Global agricultural subsidies are harming the planet—and our diets

This realistic mushroom ‘leather’ is ready for commercial production

These fridge-free, no-needle vaccines could be ready for the next pandemic

News

Starbucks rival rising: Dutch Bros stock price gets a jolt on the Nasdaq after IPO

America’s ‘unworkable’ childcare system is crippling our economy, Treasury says

Worth the wait? Watch Daniel Craig bring James Bond to a new Heineken ad for ‘No Time to Die’

Co.Design

This FDA-approved necklace is designed to prevent brain injuries in athletes

Stitch Fix wants to revolutionize e-commerce—by treating it like an old-school department store

Paging cat people! This apartment building is a love letter to feline friends

Work Life

The new rules of business travel etiquette in the age of COVID-19

I’m a seasoned engineer struggling to get a remote gig. What am I doing wrong?

How to let an employee go and still remain friendly