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12 Ways Young Professionals Can Thrive on the Job (Without Kissing Up to Anyone)

July 28, 2019 By Drew Shepherd Leave a Comment

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One of my biggest regrets of my early writings is how I discussed work. In particular, I regret how I described the workplace. A lot of those posts don’t paint 9-to-5’s in the best light. And I think that was a mistake. Contrary to what those articles imply, I actually like my job. It’s been a huge blessing to me and … [Read more...]

The Best of HFE so Far! Counting Down the Top 10 Must-Read Articles

July 14, 2019 By Drew Shepherd 2 Comments

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Last month, I published the 60th post here at HFE. That’s an incredible achievement, especially since I never thought I’d make it past 40. I’m not someone who can write about stuff I don’t care about. So the fact that I’ve been able to do this sixty times—with each post averaging close to 2,000 words—is surreal. But now … [Read more...]

June 18th

June 18, 2019 By Drew Shepherd Leave a Comment

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“God doesn’t care.” I have only said that one time in my life. It was around this time last year. I couldn’t sleep, I couldn’t look in the mirror, and no one I knew could help. By then I was well aware that people are unreliable, but I expected more from Him. He was supposed to shield me from that. He was supposed … [Read more...]

Embrace the Wilderness, or How to Be Content at All Times

March 19, 2019 By Drew Shepherd Leave a Comment

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I know, I know... You don’t belong here. Everything about where you are now is a slap in the face. You’ve been disrespected, taken for granted, and underestimated your whole life. Sure, you’ve overcome incredible odds, you’ve garnered a little outside attention, and your critics will never understand how much you’ve … [Read more...]

Every Artist’s Worst Fear (And The Simple Way to Face It)

January 12, 2019 By Drew Shepherd Leave a Comment

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You know what my biggest fear is? Bees. I can’t stand 'em. Bees and pollen are the two reasons why I’d rather freeze in winter than delight in the warmth of spring. Sure, there’s always the threat of being stung by one, but my phobia stems more from a history with these winged creatures of death. It all happened … [Read more...]

Dissecting Kobe Bryant’s The Mamba Mentality: How I Play (8 Actions and 24 Quotes to Master Your Craft)

November 10, 2018 By Drew Shepherd 3 Comments

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It was the spring of 2009. The NBA playoffs were heating up, and every basketball fan was eager to see the matchup of two generational talents: Kobe Bryant versus LeBron James. One superstar was in the middle of his prime. The other was just entering his own. It was destiny in the making. Fate was bringing these two … [Read more...]

I Bought New Shoes

August 11, 2018 By Drew Shepherd Leave a Comment

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I bought new shoes today. Brown ones this time. With black soles. Leather uppers. They’re so smooth that I’m tempted to match them with my regular outfits. Yet despite how slick they may appear, they were never intended for casual wear: The outsoles are slip-, oil-, and abrasion-resistant. The materials protect … [Read more...]

The Loner’s Guide to Becoming a Surprisingly Inspirational Team Player

February 10, 2018 By Drew Shepherd Leave a Comment

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Are you one of those weird people who likes to work alone? Was the work you consider to be a cornerstone, a masterpiece, or maybe even your magnum opus created while you were locked in a room with no people in sight? Well chances are that others notice your autonomous ways when you don’t have the luxury of solitude—and … [Read more...]

The Enemy of Good: How to Stop Chasing Perfection and Get On with Life

January 18, 2018 By Drew Shepherd Leave a Comment

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“Knees... Hands... Square... Pull...” “Knees... Hands... Square... Pull...” Basketball, like many other sports, is a repetitive game. And I completed that four-word sequence hundreds of times before practice even began. Those were the steps to my jumpshot routine—a process I used to counter fatigue’s effect on my … [Read more...]

How to Screen Out Promiscuous Women (15 Red Flags Every Man Should Know)

January 11, 2018 By Drew Shepherd 205 Comments

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“You’re so judgmental!!!” That’s the response I get when I delve a little too deep into my analytical side. I’m somewhat of a perfectionist myself, so it’s no surprise that I hold others to my own lofty standards. And that’s one of many flaws I’m still working on. There are certain times, however, when I’m unapologetic … [Read more...]

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