by Craig Packard Face it, you're going to want to do it at some point. And sure, people will try and discourage you, but people doubting you just drives you on. Listening to naysayers is for lesser men. Go ahead, rock the 'stache, if you wanna. Don't let your mom, your girlfriend, your boss, basic... Continue Reading →
Damn Fine IPA
By Craig Packard Some would say the best beer in America is Pliny the Elder, from Russian River Brewing in California, and they might be right, but damned if Georgetown Brewing Company's Lucille doesn't give it a run for its money. On a visit to their brewery in the Georgetown neighborhood of Seattle, WA, I... Continue Reading →
VIDEO: Jacking Up Your Business with Matt Hyams: Mastering the Side Hustle
ISJ recruited the most sought-after self-taught business guru who would take our calls to reveal to you the secrets of succeeding in business while really, really trying. We present: Matt Hyams. This week, Matt talks about how important it is to have your side hustle and how to convince people you don't actually work there.... Continue Reading →
VIDEO: Jacking Up Your Business with Matt Hyams: Bouncing Back
ISJ recruited the most sought-after self-taught business guru who would take our calls to reveal to you the secrets of succeeding in business while really, really trying. We present: Matt Hyams. This week, Matt talks about how to bounce back from failure and the importance of controlling the wind. For more, find Matt on... Continue Reading →
VIDEO: Jacking Up Your Business with Matt Hyams: First Impressions
ISJ recruited the most sought-after self-taught business guru who would take our calls to reveal to you the secrets of succeeding in business while really, really trying. We present: Matt Hyams. This week, Matt talks about how important first impressions are and he reveals the "Susan Secret" and why it works on everyone. For more,... Continue Reading →
ISJ’s Guide to the 7 Essentials for a Properly Stocked Home Bar
by Craig Packard It’s a well-known fact that man co-evolved along with alcoholic beverages. Or maybe we just made that up. But it sounds true-ish. The well-traveled amongst us will know that, no matter where you go, you will find a strong tradition of a drinking culture. Pick a country: obviously the Irish are known... Continue Reading →
Porsche 911: A Bromance
By Jason Schauer The king of the road has always been, and likely always will be, the venerable Porsche 911. The 911 is quite simply the greatest car ever created. Period. To those who know, no explanation is needed. To those that do not, no explanation will suffice. But in the immortal words of young... Continue Reading →
Everything I Ever Needed to Know, I Learned From Full Metal Jacket
by Craig Packard The term full metal jacket refers to a type of bullet with a soft metal core--usually lead--encased in a shell of harder metal, which allows for high muzzle velocity without causing damage to the barrel. Full Metal Jacket, the 1987 film by Stanley Kubrick, is an undeniable cultural touchstone that has provided men... Continue Reading →
ISJ Investigates: Can You Be Sexy Even if You are Not French?
Chances are, no. However, we first need to examine what makes a man sexy, according to the 300 women we polled between the ages of 24-40. (Because, after a woman is 40 she's just happy if a man has a job, so we hear.) A Frenchman just has that certain je ne sais quoi women love--or more... Continue Reading →
The 1973-74 Ducati Super Sport and Me: a Bromance
by Craig Packard The 1973-74 Ducati 750 Super Sport is quite simply, the finest motorcycle ever produced. That's right, I said it. Fight me. Let me be clear, I don't own one of these, and although I might like to, one doesn't own a bike like this. At best, one is a rider, a caretaker, and foremost,... Continue Reading →