A collection of curious investigations sparked by observations from every corner of life — work, daily routines, and everything in between.
Beyond Company Walls: The Social Case for Office Work
Returning to office work has important social and economic impacts beyond company walls. Office worker commutes support city transit systems and associated jobs. Spending on meals near offices sustains restaurants and local economies. Office buildings give jobs to cleaners, security, and facility workers who are often unseen but essential. Property taxes from occupied offices fund vital city services, and office presence generates a multiplier effect, supporting additional local employment. The piece stresses that while personal flexibility is valuable, our collective work habits shape the health of entire urban communities.
Quiet Engineer’s Dilemma: How to Advance and Be Yourself
An exploration of career advancement challenges faced by introverted engineers in tech workplaces that favor extroverted behaviors. This piece draws on research and personal experience to examine the 'Introvert Tax.' This term refers to the extra effort quiet professionals must put in to gain recognition. It also offers practical strategies for advancing your career in a genuine way. These strategies include focusing on documentation, using strategic communication, and leveraging your strengths in deep work while staying true to your natural working style.