March 24, 2010

What Alex Chilton can teach us.

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I've been trying to cobble together my thoughts on the recent passing of Alex Chilton for a couple of days now. Fortunately, my friend Pete from T2 beat me to it. So instead of recapping, I will instead pay homage. Nice job Pete. Here's a snippet:

Here are five things I’ve learned from Alex and his music

1. Get an early start and master your craft.

Alex was a rock star when he was 16 years old. He sang for (the late 60’s equivalent of the Jonas Brothers). But by the time he grew tired of the bubblegum circuit, he was a seasoned veteran. The lesson is you can hone your craft even while you’re working for the man.

Want the other four? (And believe me, you do.) Go here.

March 16, 2010

Buy this book -- right now.

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A new book, Rework, by the guys behind 37Signals, is absolutely the best book on making your business/creativity thrive I've read since Seth Godin's Purple Cow.
Honestly, I saw it on Uncrate yesterday, bought it this morning and am already on page 60. Quick, concise and fucking common sensy – it is a must read guys. Really.

Now, you magnificent bastards, stop reading the internets and go do something great.

March 10, 2010

AC #66 Now Available.

The A Bit Frustrated With A Lot Of Things Edition

0 - 3:00 Save the Killer Whales
3:00 - 10:25 Olympics Coverage & Ads
10:25 - 13:00 Manly Targeting
13:00 - 15:33 Mail Order Clowns
15:33 - 18:45 Profuse Apologies & Walmart
18:45 - 24:25 It's My Addy and I'll Cry If I Want To
24:25 - 28:56 The Cornheiser Storm
28:56 - 32:25 Really Late Bowl Thoughts
33:25 - 34:45 Get out

Take a listen, or two!

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