Doug Dvorak’s Blog

Since they were invented, video games have gotten a bad rap. At best, many see them as just another distraction for kids who would be better off spending their time on more productive endeavors. At worst, they are viewed as being a catalyst for violence that should be tightly controlled. However, over the past couple… Read More »

If you’re reading this blog at work, there’s a good chance you’ve got your buds in and you’re listening to music right now. Even if you aren’t, chances are you’re going to be listening to your favorite tunes on the drive home. With access to music easier than ever before thanks to the internet and… Read More »

To many people, the word “exercise” is offensive. In fact, a significant percentage of people find little reason to exercise at all. According to a study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, only 28% of Americans are meeting physical activity guidelines set by the agency. However, talk to anyone in the minority and they will… Read More »

Ambition is one of the powerful tools a person can have. It is the thing that drives you to accomplish your and achieve your dreams. It is a factor in almost every career or hobby from athletics to art and sales to medicine. It can even be applied to activities you don’t particularly care for… Read More »

Whether by nurture or nature, the ability to lead has been highly prized throughout history. It is also a talent or skill that requires much from those that have it. In the words of 19th Century British politician William Lamb (and Spiderman): “With great power comes great responsibility.”   While not all leaders always use… Read More »

One of the most unifying aspects of our culture, and all cultures for that matter, is storytelling.   Stories – whether they’re in books, films, comics, music, on the stage or even in games – have an intangible power to affect us and connect with us with each other. They can entertain us and allow… Read More »

To know if someone genuinely loves what they do, ask them if they would do it for free. A labor of love is something that is incredibly personal to each individual as it is something that they would do and enjoy doing, even if it is something they wouldn’t be paid to do.   This… Read More »

Your passion and drive to succeed in life are powerful things. They push you to do things you’re uncomfortable with to get the things you want or need in your life. Your fire is what allows you to overcome anything that life throws at you so when that flame is extinguished, success and happiness become… Read More »