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Who is Edward Mike Davis? He’s the owner of the now-bankrupt Tiger Oil Company. He swears around the office, wants you to shut up, and he’s happy to tell you exactly what he expects of you via abrasive memoranda. An example: “Do not speak to me when you see me. … Read More
How much time do you spend accomplishing nothing? People who claim to work long hours often seem to think the quantity of time invested in their job is an indicator of the quality of their work rather than evidencing a profound inefficiency. Indeed, Canadian productivity is middling at best and … Read More
If there’s one casualty of the smartphone revolution, it’s the comfortable phone call. A 4.5 x 2-inch slab is not designed to accomodate a grown man’s face, especially a jowly specimen such as myself. It’s at least seven inches from my ear to mouth; I measured. Look, I’m no Luddite; … Read More
When it comes to working on the go, Vancouver offers a multitude of spots where you can grab more than just coffee and a comfy seat and hook into the internet. Aesthetics are the new caffeine, and there’s nothing wrong staking your territory early and staying for a good time … Read More
Standing on Stephen Ave. during a blinding snowstorm on a Tuesday morning may have you convinced Calgary is a disconnected and desolate outpost, similar to the ice planet Hoth in The Empire Strikes Back. Still, beneath the frozen white veil, our downtown core is wired and vibrant, with many excellent … Read More
