May 2011
1 post
#67
It’s OK to not like things, but don’t be a dick about it (#).
April 2011
1 post
#66
Being untruthful works against you
December 2010
1 post
October 2010
4 posts
#64
Sometimes hard reset is the best way to restart.
#63
Not everything is worth photographing.
#62
Finish your work.
#61
If you can’t afford to buy something multiple times don’t buy it. Things break.
July 2010
1 post
#60
It’s OK to ask for help.
May 2010
1 post
#59
Say hi to the cleaning lady too; she’ll remember when she cleans your desk.
April 2010
1 post
#58
Take the stairs, not the elevator.
March 2010
6 posts
#57
Post-coitus, never ask how you did.
#56
Never ever ask a woman whether she’s a pregnant, even if she obviously is.
#55
Everyone is wired for attention.
#54
Drinks don’t make the night. People do.
#53
Ladies’ toilets are not men’s rooms (but oft cleaner)
#52
In a group situation: asking whether someone “gets it” is annoying to those who do, and offending to those who don’t.
February 2010
3 posts
#51
Sugar does not belong in coffee, nor does it belong in tea.
#50
Well done is better than well said.
#49
Try to read a book every once in a while.
January 2010
1 post
#48
It is very rude to start using your cellphone for any reason in the middle of a conversation. If you’re being called, call back later.
December 2009
2 posts
#47
A video game that makes you run errands (collect ten items of x) is probably not worth playing
#46
Black shoes: black belt. Brown shoes: brown belt.
November 2009
1 post
October 2009
2 posts
#44
Addition to going out rules:
Hands are key.
#43
Keep moving.
August 2009
1 post
#42
People who wear sunglasses inside are most likely douchebags
July 2009
1 post
#41
All your degrees will mean shit compared to hard work.
June 2009
11 posts
#40
Care for your gear.
#39
Variety is the spice of life.
Yeah, that might be a cliché idiom, but that doesn’t mean it’s less true.
#38
If you work in a company, it’s your company. Take your responsibilities, don’t just ride the wave.
#37
Cherish small victories.
#35
Addition to going out rules:
Touching means kissing later on.
#34
If you have to excuse yourself in a conversation, never give a reason, unless someone asks.
#33
Don’t send letters if it’s important. Talk in person.
Write only if you need proof (e.g. legal proof)
#32
If you’re worrying about something either stop or take action
#31
Addition to going out rules:
If everyone’s offering you drinks, just go with the flow
#30
Romantic movie date: avoid Tarantino
May 2009
2 posts
#29
Think of the person coming after you (e.g. when taking coffee, going to the restroom, …)
#28
Going out rules
From my late night notes
The later the night, the more attractive fat women become. Don’t walk into the trap.
When the music sucks, just leave. Nothing worse.
Always stay conscious.
Really.
Never leave your belongings unattended.
For drinks, see rule #19
If 2 women point at you and hit on you, together, in the next minute, reconsider your thoughts about serious...
April 2009
12 posts
#27
Show some respect. But only if it’s genuine.
#26
Take a moment to understand why you are in a hurry. (#)
#25
Pessimism is a lot of work. (#)
#24
If someone fucks you over real bad, return the favor.
#23
Speaking and writing proper English will be your most important skill.
#22
Write drafts of important letters first. Reread the next day before sending.
#21
Keep a notebook.
#20
Avoid attacking anyone personally in public.
#19
Gin tonic is the new water.
#18
Regularly ask yourself the question: “How can we make all of this better?”