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Why Top-Posting Always Wins (and Why It Shouldn't)

2025-05-25

The author draws a parallel between top-posting in emails and procrastination, using the example of leaving dishes unwashed. While top-posting is efficient for short email threads, it becomes a burden in longer conversations, forcing the recipient to sift through a large amount of text to find the relevant reply. The author argues that top-posting, like procrastination, is inherently human – easy and immediate – and will likely prevail unless inline replying becomes effortless, mandatory, and rewarding.

(www.solipsys.co.uk)

Misc email etiquette communication efficiency

The Beauty of Math: A Challenge of Understanding and Expression

2025-03-26

A science communicator shared their understanding of a mathematical formula on social media, sparking a discussion on how to convey the beauty of mathematics to the public. They argued that understanding math requires time and practice, like any skill, and can't simply be about surface-level formulas. Simple explanations can't replace hands-on experience; appreciating math, like art, requires deep engagement. The article explores the challenges of science communication: balancing entertainment and education, and conveying the essence of science to the public without sacrificing rigor.

(www.solipsys.co.uk)

Misc science communication knowledge dissemination

Don't Let Your Brilliance Go to Waste: The Importance of Selling Your Work

2025-03-25

Technically brilliant individuals often focus solely on the technical aspects of their work, neglecting the crucial step of dissemination. This article highlights the importance of 'selling' one's work, using the insights of Richard Hamming. No matter how exceptional your work is, its value remains unrealized if it's not understood and utilized by others. This applies not just to researchers but also entrepreneurs, who must effectively market their products or services for success. The article encourages technical professionals to communicate clearly and proactively promote their accomplishments, benefiting both the world and their own careers.

(www.solipsys.co.uk)

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Introducing 'Solsthelion': A New Word for the Holiday Season

2024-12-30

The author coined the word 'Solsthelion', a portmanteau of 'Solstice' and 'Perihelion'. The December Solstice occurs around December 21st, and the Perihelion (Earth's closest point to the Sun) is around January 4th. 'Solsthelion' thus neatly encompasses the holiday period. It's purely astronomical, devoid of cultural or historical ties. The author suggests using 'Happy Solsthelion' as a festive greeting after mid-December.

(www.solipsys.co.uk)

Misc new word solstice perihelion

Does Language Shape Personality? A Fascinating Bilingual Study

2024-12-22

A friend, Victor, conducted a unique experiment exploring the impact of language on personality. Using a standardized personality test on English/German bilinguals, he found half showed significant personality shifts depending on the language used. This fascinating result sparked a discussion on coordinate and compound bilingualism, and touched upon linguistic relativity and determinism. While the data is limited, Victor's study hints at a subtle but intriguing link between language and personality.

(www.solipsys.co.uk)

Misc bilingualism personality linguistic relativity