There is a project manager position open in my group at Scripps. Head over to our job board for more info.

Overview: The project manager will coordinate, track, research and assist with the implementation and execution of rapid-development innovation projects and new business efforts emerging in Scripps newspaper markets. The project manager will help to develop, design, launch and adjust these startup businesses and will help to gauge and measure the progress of projects that are under way.

My Sale Mail

Sorry Jenn, I couldn’t stand the WBIR player. So, here’s a link instead.

Coffeenatic

“The best way to express your love to coffee”

The current contest has already gotten a bit campy with the goofy voiceovers of the just selected chapter 2 video, but the quality is sure to improve as the site picks up steam (just be thankful that the obligatory rickroll submission didn’t win).

— Colin McDonald

Lifehack: Pack a starter pistol to deter luggage theft

“I have a starter pistol for all my cases. All I have to do upon check-in is tell the airline ticket agent that I have a weapon to declare…I’m given a little card to sign, the card is put in the case, the case is given to a TSA official who takes my key and locks the case, and gives my key back to me.”

Emma as a puppy. She’s still just as mean.

Election logos from the past 48 years

Gotta love the cowboy hats.

Hello. I’m a developer. I make internets like Vimeo and Feed Hole.

— Casey Pugh

Ferrari GT Countdown

My ears have never been so happy.

I often attempt to make dining out for lunch a common occurrence. Last week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Gavin Baker, CEO of Abunga.com.

We shared a lot of good stories pertaining to the past and present. I was, however, caught off-guard by a question from Gavin who asked, “how did the Casey who grew up in East Tennessee become the Casey Peters that we know today?”

I can’t say that I have ever given much thought to that question. As I fumbled around I left wondering if I really answered his question. So, here are a few short points that get at an answer.

• I’m not afraid of being wrong. Someone once asked me, “Casey, what would you say to a classroom full of high school students?” to which I replied, “Screw up and screw up often.” I don’t advise that you begin a search for mistakes; that would be like putting your car in reverse. However, I have learned more from being wrong than I have from being right. Furthermore, mistakes have forced me to become more innovative.
• You have to care about everything. If someone takes the time to create an application, write a book, carry out a favor, let that person know that you care. Send a note or e-mail stating that it changed you so it can in return, better the creator/writer/person or their work.
• I’m not afraid of ‘no’. Everyone puts their pants on the same way in the morning; maybe some are more graceful than others. If you want advice, feedback or have a favor request, don’t be afraid to climb the totem pole for an answer. I promise, hearing ‘no’ isn’t all that scary.