fact or fiction

Is it a fact or is it merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the lesser known truths in the corporate culture of Journal.

Encouragement and Did I Really See This?
Introduction Every so often, stories get a lot of attention on my blog Seven Days In. The "Did I Really See This?" was getting a lot, and because of the mention of the song "Happy", I linked the post that started that off and included my own take on the song as well. It is my favourite Rolling Stones song.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 3 months ago in Journal
Nike Just Chopped Off Thousands of Sellers to Save Itself in China — Will It Bleed Out Instead?
July 2026 – a bombshell landed in China’s sportswear market. A letter from Cathy Sparks, Nike’s newly appointed Vice President and General Manager of Greater China, brought the company’s long‑standing distribution strategy in the region to an abrupt halt. Starting January next year, thousands of online resellers will be cleared from Nike’s digital shelves, and the brand’s online sales footprint will shrink dramatically to a handful of official direct‑operated channels.
By Jin3 months ago in Journal
163 Yen: When a Nation Stops Pretending Everything Is Fine
(July 2026 · In‑Depth Analysis) I. The Dawn When No One Read from the Script In 2026, the yen fell below 163 against the dollar. The headlines called it a “40‑year low,” but when that number was actually spoken aloud, in an office near Nihonbashi in Tokyo, a central bank official turned off his screen, walked to the window, and stood there for about thirty seconds. He didn’t sigh. He didn’t slam the desk. He came back, picked up the next document, and kept reading. That evening, he left work eleven minutes earlier than usual, the only time in the past three months that had happened.
By Jin3 months ago in Journal
The Draft Folder Where My Motivation Went to Disappear
I used to think writing burnout would happen all at once. I imagined it would be obvious: a writer sitting in front of an empty document, unable to write a single sentence, convinced the ability to create had disappeared.
By Nolan Reed4 months ago in Journal
Kaelen Singhaal: The Uncompromising Heir Who Built a Diamond Empire. AI-Generated.
At just 34 years old, Kaelen Singhaal holds two titles that define every part of his world: the eldest son of the formidable Singhaal dynasty, and the youngest Chief Executive Officer in the history of Royal and Selcouth RS Enterprises, a name that ranks among Asia’s top five and the world’s top ten leaders in rare diamonds, premium gold, and heritage gemstones.
By Mark Lim 4 months ago in Journal
Rory Feek’s Daughters Slam ‘Ongoing Exploitation’ of 12-Year-Old Sister Indiana After Hospital Bed Photos Shared. AI-Generated.
A deepening family rift has spilled into public view, as Rory Feek’s two older daughters speak out against what they call the repeated exploitation of their youngest sister, 12‑year‑old Indiana who is recovering from life‑threatening complications following open‑heart surgery.
By Mark Lim 4 months ago in Journal
The Great AI Rehire And Dual Human Trap Leaders Are Sprinting Into
Written by a human, for humans, always. When you understand human psychophysiology... Business decisions and their results...
By H.E. Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, COIE, DFM, DHM4 months ago in Journal
Robert Hamilton: Heavier Than Metal
In the world of cultural icons, we have a specific image of what it means to be a "Rock Star." We think of the Prince of Darkness stalking a stage, or Sir Rod Stewart commanding a stadium with that unmistakable swagger. I have nothing but the deepest respect for those legends—their work, their talent, and the way they’ve defined generations of music is undeniable. Most of them would probably be the first to tell you that their "Heavy Metal" was a performance designed to thrill.
By Emily Hamilton Strachota4 months ago in Journal
What Leaders Refuse To Take Responsibility For That Causes Their Productivity To Crash Abysmally
Written by a human, for humans, always. One of the things that is often talked about in different leadership circles… Is productivity.
By H.E. Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, COIE, DFM, DHM4 months ago in Journal
Writing, Humans, Businesses, And An AI World
Written by a human, for humans, always. Did you ever dream of becoming a writer? I think it is a dream that many people have...
By H.E. Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, COIE, DFM, DHM4 months ago in Journal
A Controversial Question About The State Of Nonprofits
Written by a human, for humans, always. --- I want to start this article by saying this... I believe that nonprofits are great.
By H.E. Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, COIE, DFM, DHM4 months ago in Journal
I Tracked Every Dollar for 90 Days
The Unexpected Financial Wake-Up Call if What was your monthly spending? Most people are able to estimate things roughly.
By Muhammad Sabeel4 months ago in Journal