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by Jared Goralnick
SXSW is one of my favorite annual events. But while the panels are good, it’s really about the people.
I’m moderating a session on Friday, organizing runs every day at 8, and generally have time between a bunch of things. I want to meet you!
by Jared Goralnick
It’s difficult to define progress when surrounded by uncertainty. Without a clear picture of progress, it’s challenging to focus and move ahead.
A lot of work-life, at least for me lately, is uncertainty. I’ve begun to accept that it’s a matter of perspective. I’ll explain how I get there, hopefully it can help you, too.
by Jared Goralnick
I needed more guidance for 2010 than just ‘swim’. So I began seeking out something more concrete.
In the process I found what had invisibly guided the past year, and may be the key to every decision I make going forward. Perhaps I found the meaning of it all. Continue reading…
by Jared Goralnick
Last year I suggested we should choose just one word and label it a theme for the year ahead. I reported back on that theme last week.
This year is a similar theme, but it comes from a very different basis—the word is swim. I’ll explain after the jump…
by Jared Goralnick
Oh, 2009, the places you’ve taken me, and the places you haven’t. Once again it’s that time to look back.
In my next post, I’ll talk about what’s ahead. For now, I hope you’ll find value in my following up on goals and sharing lessons learned. As always, thank you for the company.
by Jared Goralnick
From time to time we need to re-evaluate what fills our days and question if we’re being consistent with who we are…or who we want to be.
This is a brief overview of why and how to quickly identify and minimize dissonance. Skip to the end for the quick exercise.
by Jared Goralnick
Most people could use more career independence. Many have some big idea they want to offer the world. A few thrive on building authority by taking on greater responsibility.
But these do not necessarily go hand-in-hand—they often make for a risky and stressful formula. If you want freedom, impact, or authority, let’s talk about some paths to these beyond the “go launch a business” suggestion we hear all too often.
by Jared Goralnick
Do you deliver or do you delight? The difference–and this applies to personal relationships as well as it does to business—is all about thoughtfulness.
When I look at who I value most, the top of the top are thoughtfulness personified, and they’ve been that way all along.
by Jared Goralnick
I’m flying back now from 7 weeks in Barcelona, and the one greeting I’m looking forward to is my dog’s. That’s because we Americans suck at affection.
I’m taking a step back from productivity to pass on the most important lesson that Spain has offered me.
by Jared Goralnick
Whether you have 5 or 5,000 people to whom you ought to respond today, you still have just 24 hours and an infinite number of decisions. I can’t offer you a solution.
But you can stay in people’s lives. You can make enough time for a select few. And, no matter what your decision, people will judge your actions. This isn’t the internet, it’s the real world of real people.
I am Jared Goralnick, Founder and CEO of AwayFind, a web startup that helps people to stop checking their email.
Productivity, the future of email, and building ecosystems are my passions. I organize Inbox Love & Ignite DC, and mentor at 500 Startups & Founder Institute. I'm open to speaking opportunities.
