Matt Alldian

FiveThirtyEight presents statistical evidence that Lionel Messi is an unprecedented outlier in soccer, outperforming other top players across multiple aspects of the game. via kottke.org

Entrepreneurs often say a great idea is their motivation for starting a business, but deeper motivations related to primal desires and fears are usually at play. via Harvard Business Review (HBR)

Mashable shared a list of five upcoming events they believe can boost your career, with topics ranging from marketing technology to social media in defense. Check out the full list of events on Mashable's website.

Beth Comstock, a vice chair of GE, argues that marketing should play a larger role in innovation, going beyond advertising to drive company growth. via The source of this content is Harvard Business Review.

This author thinks Balmain biker jeans are too expensive and suggests an alternative from the brand Represent.

via Complex.

A man used mandatory password changes as a self-improvement tool. via kottke.org

Various apps and devices can now track and quantify different aspects of your life, from smartphone usage to driving habits. via Econsultancy.

A food editor discovers new ways to approach summer cooking through a Mexican-style carne asada feast. via Bon Appétit

YouTube creators are upping their game with improved business deals and diversified revenue streams, as seen at the 2014 Vidcon conference. via Mashable.