Why I’m on the Other Side of the World
I’m writing this from a coffee shop in Hanoi, Vietnam on July 6, 2019. The chaos around me is indescribable. Hundreds of scooters whiz past every minute with horns blaring. Hawkers tout their wares from overladen bicycles that appear to be screaming in...
Where I Stand After 52 Weeks of Blogging
Consider this a letter to everyone who has ever read or watched one of my posts. Thank you. Here’s a glimpse of what I’ve learned and what the future holds for my site.
Vulnerable
We’re all hiding secrets, struggles, insecurities, and fears. Sometimes sharing can go farther than we ever thought possible. This week’s article is all about the power of vulnerability.
Imagine Us in the Stone Age
2018 vs. the Stone Age… Chipotle take-out vs. barbecued Wooly Mammoth… Seems different, huh? Turns out we’re more similar than you might think.
Miami Public Transit Doesn’t Actually Suck… For Some People
For many of us, bashing Miami’s public transit system has become a part-time hobby… This week, I’m taking a look at the good, the bad, and the reality for many of our citizens.
Running Taught Me More About Life Than Anything Else
Running long distances might not be your “thing.” But it’s mine. Pounding pavement makes me better. What activity propels you forward each day?
The Medellín Movie
From Comuna 13 to the nightlife of El Poblado, here’s our whirlwind tour through Medellín, Colombia. This city is the ultimate example of urban transformation.
We Suck at Confrontation
Should we just pick up the @$!% phone or talk to someone face-to-face? This week’s article is all about technology vs. fear and confrontation.
How Can I Make This Better?
I started this whole thing on a total whim last April. I’m not an expert blogger. Let’s talk about what I’d do differently and how to make it better.
Unfathomable Change: The Triumph of the Medellín Metro
From the world’s most dangerous city to a hotbed of art, innovation, and radical urbanism… This is the story of Medellín, Colombia as told through a symbol of change.
4 Things to Know for Super Bowl Sunday
It’s game day! Here’s a quick look at some crazy statistics and insights ahead of Super Bowl LII. Any clue how many chicken wings we’ll consume this year?
I Was Wrong About Luck
Are you guilty as well? Something I heard in a podcast has been haunting me for weeks… I misspoke in a previous article and want to set the record straight once and for all.
About Me
Hi, I'm Austin.
After graduating from Elon University, I moved to Miami, FL through the Venture For America Fellowship Program.
Miami has since become my home where I spend my free time running, biking, taking pictures, and trying to become friends with Pitbull.
I'm always looking for the next challenge. That's exactly why I started my own business-to-business sales company, launched the Miami Talent Pipeline, and most recently committed to sharing 52 ideas with you for the next year.
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