http://www.ted.com/talks/jason_fried_why_work_doesn_t_happen_at_work.html
A very interesting take on things.
I agree with a great deal of it, specifically the part about minimizing meetings and interruptions. I believe in one “group” meeting per week max (usually Tuesday mornings) and then any other meetings as required attended by only the people that have to be there.
I came across this article today and thought it was really cool. I just wish I had the math background to understand the full implications of it.
This is a cool series of pictures of the Space Shuttle docked with the International Space Station. Apparently, NASA had previously never had any photographs of this.
I came across this Wikipedia page:
I went 2 for 4 in the second round to bring my overall total to 9 for 12. Here is my prediction for the 3rd round:
Of all the teams in the second round, the Lightning were the only team, in my opinion, were the only team to play their best. I do think that they are an over achieving team. Other than their top line and their top two defense, it is difficult to name any other of their skaters. Boston on the other hand, played poorly and beat a Flyers team that played even worse than they did. They do have a better overall depth than Tampa Bay, though.
Tampa has the edge on momentum and coaching while the Bruins have the edge in depth and in goaltending. Both teams will be rested and mostly healthy so neither will have an excuse not to be able to put their best efforts forward. If the Bruins bang and crash and invoke the spirit of “The Big Bad Bruins”, then they will be a handfull for the Lightning.
Prediction: Boston in 6. Their depth, size, and goaltending will carry them.
To be honest, I haven’t been impressed with either side’s “team” game. Goaltending for both teams has been adequate, but not outstanding. I’m not sure I’d have 100% confidence in either goalie. Joe Thornton seems like he may have shed his reputation as a playoff no-show while the Sedins seem to be solidifying their reputation as not being able to raise their game. San Jose is a bit bigger and more physical but they proved themselves vulnerable to a defense that can move the puck quickly. Vancouver’s defense can definitely step up and move the puck. I would give the Canucks the edge on Defense, overall mobility, and special teams. The Sharks get the edge in depth (only if the Sedins can’t find their game) and physicality. I’d say the goaltending is probably even, but if push came to shove, Niemi has been there before and won the cup.
Prediction: Vancouver in 6 – I think the Sedins will break out of their shell and Kesler will continue to put the team on his back.