Chances Given, Chances Taken
I’ve yet to find anything more beautiful than giving another person a chance—the exciting, intentionality. And, yes, the unwieldy, unpredictable nature of it too.
Essays
The Story of TestUtah and The Salt Lake Tribune
I'd never met Paul Huntsman when he invited me to his Salt Lake City office to ask me to join The Salt Lake Tribune's inaugural board of directors as the paper transitioned to a nonprofit organization.
How To Avoid Civil War
With both sides repelling recruits, we’re on the verge of civil war. The battle lines have been drawn, and the evitable appears inevitable. It’s unclear which side will win, but you can bet the folks with the current thing as their profile picture will be the first to fall.
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Under The Banner Of Tradition
I haven’t spent much time delving into what parts of “Under The Banner Of Heaven” are true or false, but I have been thinking about the environment I grew up in.
Your Childhood Is Rooting For You
I've been thinking about the kid version of myself. Do you ever do that? I like that kid. I find myself rooting for him even though I know how his story goes
The World Needs A Newsman
He’s your voice and your hero, and he’s on your side. Where would the world be without him and his kind?
What If You Weren't Angry All The Time?
What would happen if we committed the effort currently spent helping political parties fight on social media to taking a chance on our own growth and development and giving a chance to someone who deserves it?
You're Going To Be Okay
If you want to change your habits, you must first change your environment.
How To Invest In Music
Despite being one of tech’s most prominent thought leaders, I found myself at a loss for how to invest in musicians and promote their work to the masses.