25 blogs guaranteed to make you smarter
Blogs get a bad rap. They provide an incredibly rich source of high quality content. And or your consideration, here is CO's sampling of twenty-five to make you smarter (all published by people with day jobs):
Execupundit - generated most days. A combination of original writing on management/leadership and links to a wide variety business and culture articles. An important daily read.
Nicholas Bate - Someone asked me (and not incredulously) why I like this site so much. I responded that I enjoyed the succinct but valuable postings and lists and drawings. But I then remembered what first drew me to Bate's site on the Business of Life + Life of Business: It is the attitude of the site. So refreshing, so positive, so forward-looking. Read it first thing every morning and you'll be a better (and smarter) person.
Eclecticity - If I listed the variety of subjects covered on the site, you wouldn't believe me. Just visit regularly and enjoy.
The Word on Employment Law - Yep, he's a real attorney (but not yours) writing well on a variety of employment-related legal and regulatory issues.
Three Star Leadership Blog - Selected readings and lessons on business and leadership.
First Trust Blog - Economist Brian Wesbury (who has a very good track record on economic prognostication) on things economic. Read and learn.
No Left Turns - Conservative thoughts from Peter Schramm, Director of Ashland University's Ashbrook Center, and some very smart writers, professors and Ashbrook alums.
Phi Beta Cons - My kids are populating college campuses so National Review's take on higher education is a welcome site.
View From the Ledge - Jeff's introduction to me was a spelling correction. His writing on writing and books and words will leave you with a better sense of the poetry that good prose can be.
The Hammock Papers - Published by teacher and childhood buddy, Rob. He introduced me to Mozart and Jim Harrison and Ezekiel muffins. Try it, you'll like it.
Patrick Guanciale - He's sold a ton of real estate. One of the smartest salesmen I've ever known. Pay attention.
Anderson Layman's Blog - Steve is a commercial real estate man and his thoughts are worth reading.
QAspire Blog - A high quality blog of original writing on . . .quality. And leadership.
Ka-Ching! - I love this site. Guaranteed to help you keep your perspective on life.
Self Vs. Self - Artist Hazel Dooney's site features incredibly honest writing on the work of creating. I don't link to it enough but read it regularly.
Gapingvoid - Another creation site maintained by artist and writer Hugh MacLeod. Great art (subscribe to the newsletter) and writing.
Presenting is Simple (It's just not easy) - A fabulous site on presenting from Rowan Manahan, who runs a Dublin-based consulting and career management firm. His other site is Fortify Your Oasis.
Arts & Letters Daily - READ THIS SITE. They scour the world for well-written, thought-provoking articles and aggregate them for you and me.
On An Overgrown Path - My favorite classical music site.
the well tempered blog - Another great music site.
Business Pundit - Business punditry to make you smarter.
About Last Night - The blog of author and drama and music critic, Terry Teachout.
Steven Pressfield Online - Read this and you'll write better.
Greg Mankiw's Blog - He's a real economist who publishes a real blog. . .a smart blog.
A Suitable Wardrobe - Look smart too.
Execupundit - generated most days. A combination of original writing on management/leadership and links to a wide variety business and culture articles. An important daily read.
Nicholas Bate - Someone asked me (and not incredulously) why I like this site so much. I responded that I enjoyed the succinct but valuable postings and lists and drawings. But I then remembered what first drew me to Bate's site on the Business of Life + Life of Business: It is the attitude of the site. So refreshing, so positive, so forward-looking. Read it first thing every morning and you'll be a better (and smarter) person.
Eclecticity - If I listed the variety of subjects covered on the site, you wouldn't believe me. Just visit regularly and enjoy.
The Word on Employment Law - Yep, he's a real attorney (but not yours) writing well on a variety of employment-related legal and regulatory issues.
Three Star Leadership Blog - Selected readings and lessons on business and leadership.
First Trust Blog - Economist Brian Wesbury (who has a very good track record on economic prognostication) on things economic. Read and learn.
No Left Turns - Conservative thoughts from Peter Schramm, Director of Ashland University's Ashbrook Center, and some very smart writers, professors and Ashbrook alums.
Phi Beta Cons - My kids are populating college campuses so National Review's take on higher education is a welcome site.
View From the Ledge - Jeff's introduction to me was a spelling correction. His writing on writing and books and words will leave you with a better sense of the poetry that good prose can be.
The Hammock Papers - Published by teacher and childhood buddy, Rob. He introduced me to Mozart and Jim Harrison and Ezekiel muffins. Try it, you'll like it.
Patrick Guanciale - He's sold a ton of real estate. One of the smartest salesmen I've ever known. Pay attention.
Anderson Layman's Blog - Steve is a commercial real estate man and his thoughts are worth reading.
QAspire Blog - A high quality blog of original writing on . . .quality. And leadership.
Ka-Ching! - I love this site. Guaranteed to help you keep your perspective on life.
Self Vs. Self - Artist Hazel Dooney's site features incredibly honest writing on the work of creating. I don't link to it enough but read it regularly.
Gapingvoid - Another creation site maintained by artist and writer Hugh MacLeod. Great art (subscribe to the newsletter) and writing.
Presenting is Simple (It's just not easy) - A fabulous site on presenting from Rowan Manahan, who runs a Dublin-based consulting and career management firm. His other site is Fortify Your Oasis.
Arts & Letters Daily - READ THIS SITE. They scour the world for well-written, thought-provoking articles and aggregate them for you and me.
On An Overgrown Path - My favorite classical music site.
the well tempered blog - Another great music site.
Business Pundit - Business punditry to make you smarter.
About Last Night - The blog of author and drama and music critic, Terry Teachout.
Steven Pressfield Online - Read this and you'll write better.
Greg Mankiw's Blog - He's a real economist who publishes a real blog. . .a smart blog.
A Suitable Wardrobe - Look smart too.
Great list.....maybe if I read these each day, my blog will get better and next year, I can make the cut.....(:
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Love your site, Ray.
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I plan on taking a hour or so tonight to visit each one. Thank you for mentioning my blog.
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Kurt,
I am honored to be on the list. I have benefited greatly by reading your posts and following your links. Thanks for the example. Best wishes,
Steve
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You and your lists ... honored to make one. Your inspiration has taught me much. Thank you.
RDF
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Kurt, you are very kind to put me on your list. Thanks so much for all you do to civilize and smarten up the blogosphere. Keep up the great work.
Great list. Wish I had more time to become smarter with all your recommendations. E.
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