From cyberattacks to technology malfunctions, our private information is at risk every day. We have developed vast networks, security protocols, and automated … More
Author: rubicat
Fixing the Glitch: cyber security and broken systems
Remember the AP Twitter hack-and-hoax of 2013, where the Syrian Electronic Army (SEA) gained access to the Associated Press’ Twitter account … More
Beyond college: corporate training and career development
Do you, as an employer, view a degree as the only measure of skills and capabilities for your workforce? The answer … More
Leadership: Truths, Trends, and Training
Leaders can be iconic, causing a shift in how people approach leadership. Unfortunately, a leader who really changes things—a company, a product, or … More
Cybersecurity: closing the Workforce gap
A flurry of recent articles have revealed a growing problem that is particularly troublesome in light of recent cyberattacks on … More
recipe: cilantro-avocado chicken
i have been cooking for others for a very long time. food is love, and i’m a very loving person. … More
bunny
ah, easter. when everyone’s minds turns to little fluffy bunnies. i always feel sorry for animals that end up becoming … More
Brands and Social Shenanigans
Just saw this Gawker article on Brands and their “curious” use of social media to generate warm fuzzies among their … More
arches
I was meeting a client in downtown DC yesterday, and on my way back to the Federal Triangle metro station, I … More
blogs i follow: Zen Pencils
I have enjoyed the inspiration that bursts forth from this amazing artist; the quotations are timeless, and the artwork is … More
2014 design trends (infographic)
from iStock.com: “Another year came and went in a blur of Helvetica and hipsters, — so before you blink and … More
jump
after many photos of dogs jumping outside (along with one goat), i have one more to offer. this was taken several … More
dogs! jumping! outside!
Our very serious focus group determined that dog agility would make for a lovely series of photos. Behold, a lovely … More
focus group
after a bagful of crunchy treats and many hydrant breaks, the very serious research panel that i use for determining … More
paw-nderous
yes, that is a really bad pun. one of the things i love about cats is their ability to switch … More
2014
OMG
the road is long. my feet are tiny.
i am inspired by those who dare to go after a dream, who find that someone moved their cheese or … More
sparrow
OMG I CAN’T REACH YOU BUT I WOULD REALLY LIKE TO KISS YOU AND KISS YOU AND YOU HAVE A BALL RIGHT? I THINK I SAW YOU HAD A BALL AND I WOULD LIKE FOR YOU TO THROW THE BALL SO I CAN GET IT FOR YOU AND THEN I WOULD COME BACK AND LICK YOUR FACE AGAIN BECAUSE I THINK I MAY HAVE LEFT A DRY SPOT AND THAT’S NOT GOOD BECAUSE I WANT TO BE A GOOD BOY AND GIVE YOU TONS OF KISSES OMG WHY CAN’T I REACH YOU I WANT TO COME CLOSER WHAT IS THAT BLACK THING IN FRONT OF YOUR FACE I THINK I COULD LICK THAT TOO