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I enjoyed Malcolm Gladwell's bestseller Blink so much, I had to read his first attempt, The Tipping Point. And I am glad that I did. Thought-provoking doesn't nearly describe the intense branching of your thought patterns when grasping, or attempting to grasp...

Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking by Malcolm Gladwell is a book about the art of accurate first impressions and snap judgments.

Bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell follows up his successful first book titled The Tipping Point with another work that takes an offbeat look at science.

Malcolm Gladwell's second landmark book demonstrates how our innate thinking abilities are as powerful as our conscious, purposeful thought processes.

Malcolm Gladwell's exploration of rapid cognition in a slow, deliberate manner turned into an interesting book. We make split-second decisions everyday. In that moment, our subconscious is assimilating all kinds of information.

The Tipping Point: a guide to epidemics, a perfect choice for any marketing or advertising professional or student

Whether it's called Global Warming or Climate Change is irrelevant. What is relevant continues to be what we're going to do about what we can affect and on what scale. Will we be able to turn the tide or has the tipping point been reached?

Every now and then you read a book that ties a whole bunch of the world together and makes sense of all of it. The Tipping Point did that for me.

Understanding and considering crucial or critical points of change.

This lesson plan uses Malcolm Gladwell's The Tipping Point categorization of people into three distinct types to engage discussion on stereotyping and profiling.

That "Six Degrees of Separation" concept has a lot of scientific history behind it. But for those who want to be connected to people of influence--how we connect ourselves might be done just as effectively in a psychological way...

In Phillip Elmer - Dewitt's, "Bards of the Internet", he promotes a new generation of writers in contrast to David Rothenberg's piece on "How the Web Destroys the Quality of Students Research Papers." Make your own call in the comment box.

Perhaps a new conservatism has peaked here in America with teens suddenly partaking in less risky behavior such as premarital sex, drugs and drinking. That conservatism is different from earlier teen generations who weren't inundated with bad images...

When confronted about their cigarette butt litter, the population of littering smokers typically resorts to a number of rationalizations about why they're justified. Following are some of my "rebuttals," if you will pardon the pun.

Globalization is (figuratively) making our planet a smaller and smaller place to live. Researchers are finding shorter links from one random person to another, even if they live thousands of miles apart.

Ever had a persistent first impression, no matter what a one does to counter it? In Blink, Malcolm Gladwell guides us through the emerging neuroscience and psychology that powers the subconscious ability to know, really know, something concrete...

Richard Branson again puts his money where his mouth is. Following up on his pledge to commit 3 Billion dollars to the fight against global warming, he offers 25 million as an incentive.

Recent discoveries and warnings about how climate change might affect people and the planet.

You will probably decide whether or not to read this article in the blink of an eye, rather than making a logical decision based on available evidence. Gladwell's book Blink asserts that these hunches are what effect our lives more than the decisions we labor over.

Five practices of effective blogging.

A growing body of scientific research indicates that human-caused global warming could push the Earth past a tipping point into dramatic and irreversible change.

The actual cause of global warming is understood as breaking of time/energy cycle of nature out of ignorance of nature and its functioning. Two steps that are critical to get over the global warming and climate change are discussed.

The print media in the United States is notorious for warning readers of the next impending global doomsday scenario. This year, and for the past few, it's been global warming. But last year? And next year? Who knows.

A short, simple version of the story of Samson in the Old Testament. Meant to be somewhat lighthearted, it tells the tale in Delilah's words. This story differs from the Biblical tale in some important ways. Enjoy!

The dictionary defines a tip as "a small present of money given directly to someone for performing a service or menial task." But the 15-20% expected by servers in restaurants is hardly my idea of small. You want a good tip? Then read this article.

we are at the tipping point of a new economy

With the tipping point so close, many cities around the world are going "green". Sixteen cities have now been added to the list of implementing new eco-friendly ways to save and create energy.

Has the soaring demand from China and India finally made Hubbert's dire predictions come true?

Mark Twain was the first in western culture to acknowledge the existence of earworms in written phrases. His warnings then enable us to look at musical earworms today in different ways and find inroads into preventing them if we want to.

What is the future of local media? We control it...for now.

Submissions sought for upcoming program and possible book

If Walmart already gives you a headache walking their aisles--you may have the chance to get it cured in minutes in a nearby Convenience Care Clinic opening up in Walmarts (and other retail stores) nationwide. It could be a health care revolution...

Some people in this world just know people. These are the ones that see people everyday, that deal with them as a necessity of their livelihood. They serve their food and kiss their asses. In a word: me. I know people.

Because of the phenomenon of the warm up of mother earth, our lives could be affected in a way we never thought possible.

iPods are starting to make people work. Can Apple maintain its image of cool, when their products keep people under the yolk after hours?

When you put all of the weather headlines together you may find that we are in trouble now.

Scientists worry that warmer global temperatures might increase the risk of voracious insects, diseases, social stresses and storms.

It seems that the United States has reached a tipping point concerning teachers having sex with students. Three female teachers in Tampa, Florida, have been arrested in the past two weeks for having sex with their male underaged students.

An expository essay examining the relationship between ethnicity and politics. The paper claims that ethnicity has no grounding in reality, and is actually a manfestation of political conflict.

Was Russia alone to blame for the Cold War?

Barack Obama was endorsed by Sam Nunn, Robert Reich, David Boren & Bruce Springsteen

This is another detailed installment of an option trade. When you keep a trading journal, you always have a record of trades to be used for reference and improving your plan.

A viable alternative to the internal combustion engine has long existed, but the powers that be (i.e. the oil and automotive industries) have used their considerable political clout to thwart this revolutionary technology in their own interests.

International venues devoted to 24 hours of world unification on the urgency of the changes on the face of our Earth. Sing and Rock for a Green Earth. From Antarctica to Shanghai.

Forewarned is forearmed, as the saying goes, and Naomi Wolf has written "a citizen's call to action" that pierces to the heart of this slide toward a veritable dictatorship. The End Of America outlines how easily it has been done in the past.

Oil news headlines strike fear into the wallets of world's gas guzzling nations. What can be done to save us from Peak Oil, Oil Embargos, an Energy Crises, Global Warming, Rising Gas Prices, Outrageous Heating Bills, seeping into everyday life?

This article examines the causes of the Korean War and concludes that the old standby that it can be traced back to communist aggression is so simplistic it sounds like something from the Bush administration.

If you're a blogger, or are hoping to turn to blogging for your own creative and/or intellectual outlet, let's raise the bar. By instituting just a couple of these tips in each post you'll be driving your work toward success.

The Long Emergency - - the coming energy crisis and what it means for everyday American life

Scientists aren't sure when and if we have reached the tipping point of global climate change. It may happen sooner than they originally expected. Two ocean-observing satellites launched by NASA will monitor changes.

What a dud of a remake The Invasion turned out to be. The characters on screen weren't the only ones trying to keep awake as this hour and a half attempt at a horror/suspense movie just kept dragging along.

Being single isn't such a bad thing. Although it's been a long time since I was single. (If it means anything though,I have slept on the couch more than a few times when my wife and I argue...and that kind of reminds me of being single).

The oil market has been hijacked by a powerful, very wealthy entity called the Hedge Fund. The actual humans who participate in such funds are correctly assumed to be wealthy as the typical buy in to a large hedge is $1 million plus.

As verbs boldly venture forth into the new Millenium, nouns have become so, well... 20th Century. Is it any wonder that more and more nouns are turning into verbs?

Inconvenient fact? Just ignore it.

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, 2008 is, so far, the 7th warmest year on record. Global temperature data has been collected since 1880, and, since around 1990, world temperatures have shown a consistent upward trend.

The Rich are getting richer, and their financial strength reflects a market trend worthy to be called an investment opportunity.

Hillary Clinton isn't evil, but she's leaving an insidious poison in her wake that may irreparably harm America.

The government's official story about 9/11 has been shown to be false by serious technical analyses. The large national 9/11 truth movement must now use political tactics to get political reforms.

Why should we allow any pollution of our environment?

Rainwater collection systems are finally catching on in the thirsty West. Here's some tips on how to get started

An opinion regarding the state of recycling and it's future.

The path of Barack Obama's rise to stardom is unorthodox to say the least. His "politics of hope" have rekindled the call to greatness that has long been dormant in America.

During this past holiday season, I came across many articles , editorials and discussion topics on talk shows about tipping, believe it or not. I was surprised to hear just how many people I have snubbed in years past.

The fashion of low-rider pants.

...a few Do's and Dont's that will guarantee you the best shot possible at nailing down the job.

Being "out of your mind" is really a good thing. Here's why.

An open letter to my son Kevin, providing guidance on issues deemed important from a father to his son

A lesson in relationship management, from how one's relationships can define, advance or even restrain growth and success. Taken from experience, a little introspection and pragmatism, it's about life.

How do you know climate change is real? Are mass media giving you the right information? Is it scientifically verified? All these questions must be answered if we want to take any step toward the consciousness of this topic.

After a year on the job, I reflect on some of my best work for AC.

The best site for unique and affordale gadgets makes its US debut! I spoke with co-founder, Michael Smith about the humble beginnings of the site that almost wasn't.

A preview of the 2006 NBA season.

What If Henry Wallace Had Been Re-Nominated as Vice President in 1944?

The title really does say it all: This is a short story about Mark Amerika.

For anyone who detests the mall shopping experience more than a trip to the dentist, your anxiety may just be relieved your very own personal shopper! Find out if you have any of the traits that might demand your own personal assistant.

We were led into war out of fear of mass destruction. How odd that those same voices are deaf and dumb to the warnings about the mushroom cloud of methane gas and CO2 which lurks in the future of all mankind. It's time to be on the prescient side of the issue.

Life is stranger than fiction, no doubt, but not as strange as realizing you are a prop in the creative struggle of an author. That is the dilemma Will Ferrell's character, Harold Crick, awakens to in "Stranger Than Fiction."

Unfortunately, our behavior and our conversations about money tend to be after-the-fact, defensive or reactive discourses, rather than proactive, deliberate, soul-to-soul discussions.

Why are there so many recent examples of celebrities exhibiting bad behavior? Could the Internet be playing a role?

K3b, written for the KDE desktop environment, is by far the best program I've used for burning discs in Linux. And now, with a couple added features, KDE gets even better.

Have you seen "An Inconvenient Truth", the global warming film featuring former Democratic presidential candidate Al Gore? These are the words that came to my heart as I watched what I could of this frightening film. Is it too late?

The 2006 elections sent a clear message to Republicans: get on board on getting out of Iraq, or else. Will they listen?

A brief overview of a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment and why having one for your property is a good idea before selling

How to dramatically improve your dining out experience by following a few simple guidlines.

A discussion on a few problems in society that need to be discussed, and hopefully solved someday.

Molly explains she's not a bad dog; just misunderstood.

Sub-prime mortgage hedge funds and globally rising interest rates drove investors to sell off their equities on Friday morning.

Way back when, I read a bumper sticker that said "Life is not a dress rehearsal - this is it!"... something along those lines, and it stuck with me.

For those with astute abilities (or just perfect 20/20 vision)--you used to be able to tell what was CGI and what was reality. There was just a certain look to a CGI creation that could be scoped out if you paid attention to details.

America's political system is a vast criminal conspiracy and voting just keeps it running. Don't vote - it oncly encourages them!

review of Common's "BE" album.

You can take control of you health. Resolve to get your mind thinking in healthy ways. Take action now toward enjoying a heathier you. Plan to create a lifestyle that makes you feel wholesome and vibrant.

Communication providers know better to steer the direction of mobile phones to greater connectivity and networked interactivity.

An expository essay examining the similarities between traditional racism and the modern notion of ethnicity using works from Malcolm Gladwell, Joane Nagel, and Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr.

Employers have a lot of the power when hiring. But there are still some things they won't say for fear of tipping the balance more in your favor. Here's some of the stuff they might be hiding from you.

This article, originally published online in 2004, looks at the cost drivers of the current healthcare system, discusses the problems, and proposes a solution retains the freedom of choice and restricts government involvement in establishing benefits and coverage.

There are times when instinct must prevail, even when it flies in the face of apparent common sense. What is at work is the "sixth sense," the sense which guides right action, if one allows it to do so.

Some business books are so well-written and cover such universal topics they make great reads for business and non-business folk. They explore success, joy, and accomplishment in one's chosen career.

A review of a book dealing with the world's most popular personality tests, like the MMPI and Myers-Briggs. The book argues that these tests fail the most basic measures of scientific rigor, and are often used incorrectly to limit people's careers, etc.