Practical tips for aspiring non-fiction pros that will avoid burnout. — There's plenty of advice on how to make money as a writer on this platform. Writing on Medium about writing on Medium has become its own genre of meta-non-fiction. And that's not necessarily a bad thing. The sheer volume of content on the topic indicates how transformative publishing here has…

Four steps to maximise AI's power while safeguarding brands and addressing ethics — Over six months ago, OpenAI launched ChatGPT to the public. And ever since, marketers seem to be able to talk about little else. LinkedIn creators share endless streams of prompt ideas and new AI tools marketers should try. On the other end of the spectrum, sceptics warn about the ethical…

Personal choices are a driving force for systemic change — In the climate debate, systems-level change and individual action are often pitched as opposite approaches. While systemic change focuses on achieving broad societal shifts, such as alternative economic models to capitalism, individual action advocates for driving change through personal decisions. A common argument against the individual action framework is that…

The four-day adventure takes you to the edge of dizzying sea cliffs. — The moment the boat drops off our small group of walkers at Denmans Cove in the Tasman National Park, I know I'll be in for a treat these next four days. …

G’day from a German expat living in Down Under — Hi Globetrotters. My name is… Andrea Hoymann. I love to travel because… of the sense of perspective it provides. …

A self-experiment in managing focus in the information age — The movement is a reflex. As soon as we pause the Netflix show for a quick bathroom and snack break, my hand wanders to my phone, sitting at the ready on the sofa armrest. Within seconds I am scrolling through my Instagram feed, looking at pictures and reels — but…

Henry Spira pressured corporate giants and governments to change widespread lab testing practices. — Working in activism and advocacy is tricky. Progress is often painfully slow, and no matter if you work as an individual or are part of a grassroots organization, there are days when it’s hard to remain hopeful and believe that your efforts have a meaningful impact. …

From Germany’s Ruhr Valley to the Hunter Valley in Australia. Why structural change needs to look different in countries with a colonial past. — I grew up in a mining city in Germany right in the heart of the Ruhr Valley — an amalgamation of municipalities that make up the largest urban area in the country. …

The 3 principles I used to free myself from excess stuff without making it a burden on the planet — Moving house is one of the rare occasions in life when we are brought face to face with the reality of all our belongings — right down to the contents of the bottom kitchen drawer. After a few days of wrapping Ikea glasses and packing boxes, I was ready to…