Derek Self

About the author

Derek Self is a Chicago-based writer and artist. He founded a digital publication in 2016 and has written extensively about emerging technologies, blockchain disruption, and the latest trends in fintech. As a professional actor and musician, he relies on his phone to memorize lines and connect with drummers who forget rehearsal times. Bookmarks on his laptop: Ableton Live forum, Coinbase, Playbill, TechCrunch, Dawes artist page on Spotify.

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Travel Websites and Apps To Help You Plan Your Next Vacation

Derek Self By Derek Self

At last, you're ready for a vacation. A break is good for you—and it's good for your job, too. According to Harvard Business Review, people who take 11 or more vacation days are 30% more likely to receive a raise.Before you pack, you have to plan. Whether you’re a

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How To Create the Best Work From Home Playlist

Derek Self By Derek Self
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Work from home (WFH) is now a reality for so many of us. Being your own office manager, IT support and custodial staff is exhausting. (Who left their dirty mug by the sink? Oh, right.)If you’re looking for something to pull you out of a home office funk, you