Series 04: Not Obvious

Success is not a destination, it’s a debate

I’m successful, but still argue with myself about it [Not Obvious: Part 7]

Apr 13, 2025 • Rick Foerster

The Two-Party Trap (in office politics)

Are you an Idealist or a Schemer? [Not Obvious: Part 6]

Mar 30, 2025 • Rick Foerster

Fulfillment FOMO

And alternative paths to passion. What to do when “find your passion” fails. [Not Obvious: Part 5]

Mar 23, 2025 • Rick Foerster

Welcome to Management: Please Proceed With Delusions of Control

What the management gurus won’t tell you [Not Obvious: Part 4]

Mar 16, 2025 • Rick Foerster

You Will Never Feel Done

Why productivity won’t save you [Not Obvious: Part 3]

Mar 9, 2025 • Rick Foerster

Burnout, Balance, and the Bullshit in Between

Why you’ll never know how hard to work [Not Obvious: Part 2]

Mar 2, 2025 • Rick Foerster

Why Work Advice Fails Us

How neatly packaged advice keeps us lost and frustrated [Not Obvious: Intro]

Feb 23, 2025 • Rick Foerster

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