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Book of Jay Blog
My thoughts and perspective on culture, personal growth, masculinity and authentic leadership.
We are all taught, in one way or another, to play it safe.
Work hard. Stay on the path. Do what's expected.
And yet, buried under that surface, many of us feel it — the quiet pull toward something ...
(FYI-This is intended mostly for laughs. Just wanted the literal police to know.)
There are a lot of ways to subtly insult someone in the digital age. There's the dreaded "K." The ominous "…" that im...
Imagine walking into a restaurant that only serves one dish—no variety, no options, just the same thing every day. Not only would that be incredibly boring, but it wouldn’t last long as a business. Pe...
As an accountant by education and an analytical person to my core, I have to admit that I like order. Debits must equal credits, and instructions are meant to be followed. With that out of the way, ...
The "corporate comfort zone" is a familiar space for many professionals—a place defined by steady income, predictable routines, and established hierarchies. It offers a sense of safety and structure b...
In recent years, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) have become a cornerstone of thriving workplace cultures, evolving from a "nice-to-have" initiative to a strategic imperative. Organizations ac...
In today’s society, financial wealth often dominates the definition of success. The size of a paycheck, the value of a home, or the accumulation of possessions are touted as hallmarks of achievement. ...
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In today’s fast-paced world, prioritizing health often takes a back seat to work, family responsibilities, and the endless demands of daily life. For many men, self-care can feel indulgent, even un...
If you ask most men about their friends, you will likely get an exhaustive list of neighbors, fantasy sports buddies, and their old high school sports buddies. If you refine the question to ask who th...
Personal growth is a topic that, at times, can seem like a buzzword, but it is something that most of us focus on at some point. For anyone looking to work on their personal growth, self-awareness is ...
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We live in a rapidly changing and often contentious world. Recently, there has been significant news about diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI). Businesses find themselves at a crossroads where DE...
 In my lifetime, I have seen many changes in our society. Technology is one area that has experienced many changes. Still, the topic of masculinity has evolved quite a bit during that time. Masculinit...
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