Does Pretending to Be Socially Awkward Make a Person Cool?

Someone on Quora asked: Being a recluse or moron has almost been portrayed synonymously on TV/movies (Sherlock, The Social Network, Tony Stark, House) with being smart. Does Pretending to Be Socially Awkward Make a Person Cool? This was my response: No. It makes you socially awkward. — Originally posted on Quora. Leonard Kim consults startups and … Read more

What Is It like to Know That You’ll Never See Your Best Friend Again?

My best friend has been missing since February 11, 2013.  That is the last time we spoke.  She had sent me an email.  Shortly afterwards, she shut down all her social media profiles, moved, sold her car, cut off her phone, closed her business, etc.  She basically became a ghost, or a nun. On February … Read more

What Is the Best Way to Negotiate for a 40k Salary When Offered 38k?

Hmmm. It sounds like we’re close here. Let’s do something to make both parties happy. Let’s split the difference and meet right down the middle. $39,000. Deal? Smile, move your right hand forward, formed in the shape to make a handshake, wait for the other party to move their hand to shake yours. — Originally … Read more

How Do I Surround Myself with People Who Are Smarter Than Me?

Let’s break this down.  You want to surround yourself with people who are smarter than you.  So there’s three categories here Have.   You want to have a smarter network. So what you’re trying to figure out is what you need to do to have this network. Do.  What you need to do in order to … Read more

7 Small Business Productivity Tips To Stay Active During Summer

These are the top summer productivity tips to stay active with your small business. The content is inspired by the Office Depot Business Solutions Center as part of a sponsored post for Socialstars. #GearLove Summer is a slow season for most of us in the small business world, unless you are running a restaurant or bar, then you’re in luck. … Read more

What Are Some Examples of Bad and Outdated Career Advice?

Someone on Quora asked: “What are some examples of bad career advice people often give, which no longer apply to today’s job market, or which could have an adverse effect on our productivity in the long-term?” This was my response: Go to school.  Get good grades.  Get the job of your dreams. — Originally posted … Read more