Rich Jerk - Are You Absolutely SURE?
Imagine if someone you loved and cared about was suffering from a life-threatening illness, but you found out that their battle actually had a lot of parallels with your own. As it turns out, there is something dangerous in the water. You thought you were just groaning over the price tags for designer bags and name-brand shoes, but now you're questioning your own decision to flaunt your money and status when others are struggling so much. Maybe it's time to make some changes -- not as drastic as taking up a new profession, but changes nonetheless -- or at least consider them.
The Rich Jerk podcast is all about how being rich isn't always what it's cracked up to be. From how to spend money wisely to the dangers of being rich and why the rich can sometimes be jerks, this podcast is a fun take on money, luxury and basic human behavior.
Debbie Millman is the host of the award-winning Design Matters podcast produced by HOW magazine. She is also a critic and educator who has taught at Yale University, School of Visual Arts, Parsons The New School for Design and The Cooper Union. Throughout her 20-year career in design Debbie has been recognized with many awards including AIGA Medal, Print Magazine's Designer of the Year Award and Communication Arts Illustrator of the Year Award. Her first book, "The Graphic Design Workbook" was released in 2010. Her second book, "Think Visually: The Thinking Behind Visual Thinking" was released in September 2011 and her third book,"Just Enough Research" was released in 2012. Her podcast will be launching November 2012.
Rich Jerk is a rich jerk who spends excessively and flaunts his money while others are struggling to make ends meet. Rich Jerk is also the host of the new podcast called Rich Jerk that debuts November 12, 2012.
Rich Jerk behaves unethically (perhaps even criminally) when it comes to making money and spending it on seemingly frivolous things like designer handbags, expensive shoes or private jets. Rich Jerk is also the host of the new podcast called Rich Jerk that debuts November 12, 2012.
Rich Jerk doesn't think about the consequences of his actions or how his actions could be perceived by others. Rich Jerk is also the host of the new podcast called Rich Jerk that debuts November 12, 2012.
Rich Jerk doesn't care about what other people think of him. Being rich allows him to buy and do whatever he wants with little to no consequence. Rich Jerk is also the host of the new podcast called Rich Jerk that debuts November 12, 2012.
Kelly Johnson is a character who has an unhealthy relationship with money and things (especially designer labels). Kelly Johnson is also the host of a new podcast called Rich Jerk that debuts November 12, 2012.
Wendy Clark is a character who makes decisions based on her feelings and emotions, often at the detriment of her pocketbook or friends and family. Wendy Clark is also the host of a new podcast called Rich Jerk that debuts November 12, 2012.
"Rich Jerk - Are You Absolutely SURE?" is produced by A-1 Audio Productions (New York) for The HOW Design Live Conference in New York City by The HOW Group Live Conferences. It is recorded at A-1 Audio Productions (New York) and recorded by Chris Kessner.
"Rich Jerk - Are You Absolutely SURE?" is a special collaboration between The HOW Group and A-1 Audio Productions (New York). Copyright © 2012 by The HOW Design Live Conference. All rights reserved. The HOW Design Live Conference, 33 West 22nd Street, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10010-1295.
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For more information about "Rich Jerk - Are You Absolutely SURE?" visit www.designliveconferences.com/podcast-sensitivity.html or call 212-925-0400 x1049
Podcasts are also available on iTunes and Zune (by clicking here).
This podcast is also available on the iTunes Music Store (US only). To download: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/rich-jerk/id565269699 .
For more information visit www.designliveconferences.com or call 212-925-0400 x1049.
Copyright © 2012 by The HOW Design Live Conference. All rights reserved. The HOW Design Live Conference, 33 West 22nd Street, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10010-1295 www.designliveconferences.com This podcast is also available on the iTunes Music Store (US only). To download: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/rich-jerk/id565269699 .
For more information visit www.designliveconferences.com or call 212-925-0400 x1049.
For more information visit www.designliveconferences.com or call 212-925-0400 x1049. Note for listeners outside of the United States: This podcast can be accessed from within the United States. The HOW Design Live Conference does not monitor its platform for content, nor can it control all audio or text content when uploaded from other sources. HOW Design Live Conference is not responsible for and cannot be held liable for third-party content on the site. HOW Design Live Conference: www.designliveconferences.com
Podcasts are also available on iTunes and Zune (by clicking here).
This podcast is also available on the iTunes Music Store (US only). To download: http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/rich-jerk/id565269699 . For more information visit www.designliveconferences.com or call 212-925-0400 x1049. WARNING: These podcasts may contain images of nudity on certain stories or podcast episodes that are not suitable for all audiences: www.designliveconferences.com/podcast-sensitivity.
Conclusion - Are You Absolutely SURE?
How are we to behave when we find ourselves in a place, an environment, cultural setting or with people who we don't respect and where our values aren't shared? Do we leave, or do we stay and be a part of whatever that is happening around us?
The answer depends on what's most important to you. If money is more important than your values, if you're willing to compromise yourself to make a buck (or 50 million bucks) then you stay. You play it safe and follow the money, no matter how much it might cost you. There are different ways to follow the money depending on who you are and what your position was before the new opportunity arose.