Published Jul 27, 2022

Our beauty problem

Seth Godin unpacks the societal obsession with beauty standards, advocates for authentic contributions over superficial allure, redesigns death-related services with empathy, and guides on enhancing freelancer-client dynamics through respect and clear communication.

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The Beauty Paradox

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Getting the Most from Freelancers

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Runaway Sexual Selection

Signals and Conventional Beauty

Redesigning Death

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According to world-leading experts in evolutionary psychology, is physical attractiveness very important in attracting a romantic partner today?

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Beauty and Signals

Redesigning Death

Freelancing Dynamics

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Our beauty problem

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Beauty and SignalsSeth Godin examines the evolving standards of beauty and their profound impact on societal perceptions and decisions. He challenges conventional beauty norms, urging a focus on genuine value and contribution over superficial appearances.

Beauty and Signals

Redesigning DeathSeth Godin addresses the complexities of designing death-related services, emphasizing the need for empathy and creativity in overcoming societal reluctance to discuss death. He highlights the importance of understanding user needs and fears to create meaningful solutions.

Redesigning Death

Freelancing DynamicsSeth Godin explores how clients can enhance their relationships with freelancers by respecting their work and clearly defining project expectations. He emphasizes the importance of fair compensation and effective communication to achieve successful outcomes.

Freelancing Dynamics

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