by Patrick Rhone, Master Generalist
Rethinking famous college admissions | Seth’s Blog
Is it better to believe that you got into a famous college because of a mysterious, perhaps human, definitely flawed, and easily gamed system, or would we prefer a different sort of black box, one that puts data to work in a coordinated and prioritized way?
A proposal worth consideration. Not sure I agree with all of it but, having just been in the process, I know some changes are certainly needed.
Prioritise by pay-off | Hunter Gatherer 21C
As Merlin Mann once said, “Priorities are like arms; if you think you have more than a couple, you’re either lying or crazy.”
Bethany writes thank you notes to Beatrix’s teachers at the end of each year. Here’s part of one of the replies she received…
Beatrix also gave me a gift. She told me a lot about her love and care of houseplants. One day, my husband sent me a plant arrangement as a gift, and I was watering it. Beatrix showed me how she puts water right where the plant grows. I remember that every time I water my houseplants: make sure the water goes to the source. I’m sure there’s a metaphor in there. 🙂
Make sure the water goes to the source.
Indeed.
Live your lesson.
It’s officially pool party time when I crack open the first of these…
The simple test: when you do it more, do things get better?
This is a simple test for almost everything, not just social media.
Old tools are the best tools…
The old protect the young, then the young protect the old. This is the way.
— The Mandalorian and Grogu
You might remember that Patrick’s words for 2026 were “Adjust and Adapt” and mine is “Resilience.” So here was a great chance to put this into practice.
Sometimes, your cabin plans are not what your cabin has planned.
Before the show…
