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Some programmers are automating their own jobs to free up time for leisure or to pursue new skills. via The Atlantic

Fourteen different mental models, including Bayes' Theorem and the Pareto Principle, are explored as problem-solving and decision-making tools.

The full review details a pair of US Army Pants-inspired trousers and their journey from concept to creation.

Casper CMO Jeff Brooks will discuss expanding product lines and disrupting the mattress industry at the Brandweek Summit. via Adweek

Political campaigns are using neuroscience to understand voters' feelings, analyzing brain activity and facial expressions to reveal hidden sentiments. via MIT Technology Review

Seth Godin explores whether cannabis marketing will follow the same path as alcohol or lean towards niche product strategies like those used for high-end chocolate.

via The source of this content is Seth's Blog.

Marketers at the Digiday Content Marketing Summit sound off on the challenges of content marketing in 2018, including the difficulties of social media and agency partnerships.

Online mattress company Casper plans to open 200 physical stores, a surprising move for a brand known for its direct-to-consumer approach. via The source of this content is Fast Company.

Hilton opened its first tri-branded hotel, which includes a Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Inn, and Home2 Suites, at Chicago's McCormick Place. via Hotel News Resource.