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Nonprofit boards have unusual power dynamics, often wielding significant influence despite limited engagement and unclear responsibilities. via LessWrong

Tim Harford's article in the Financial Times discusses the psychological impact of billing by the hour and the spread of this mentality into an increasingly flexible work environment. via TimHarford.com.

A new NBER working paper suggests that schooling may improve cognitive endurance, particularly in higher-quality schools.

via Marginal Revolution.

Tyler Cowen interviews Marc Andreessen about his favorite things, thoughts on the future of technology, and approach to identifying talent. via Marginal Revolution

Startups are using rapid delivery apps like Getir and Gorillas for marketing campaigns that involve product launches, discounts, and other unique collaborations. via @ModernRetail

This interview with computer scientist Daniel Spielman discusses his research, which includes tackling challenging problems and randomized controlled trials. via Quanta Magazine

Zoë St-Aubin's article details how to run effective team and project kickoff meetings, especially for remote teams, and emphasizes the benefits of using design thinking. via Shopify UX

Modern Retail's NFT guide explores how brands are experimenting with blockchain technology and digital goods. via The source of this content is Modern Retail.

This blog post ponders if software can recreate the serendipitous encounters of physical offices that spark new ideas, like virtual "anterooms" for connecting between calls.