Philip Tate
philiptater.bsky.social
Philip Tate
@philiptater.bsky.social
Brand builder, strategic communicator, hoops junkie, Vandy grad, Panthers/Hornets/Braves fan, husband, dad
The Charlotte Observer's Scott Fowler: What I’m thankful for: Kon, Venus, Rico, coffee and Charlotte’s best sign www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/artic...
November 28, 2025 at 12:07 AM
How baby boomers got so rich and why their kids are unlikely to catch up www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...
November 21, 2025 at 3:10 PM
How the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is building a modern brand: America’s first public university is transforming its marketing to meet a moment when public perception of higher education is on the decline. www.fastcompany.com/91436621/how...
November 19, 2025 at 3:10 PM
The perks of being a team of one: Research suggests that working with a team or cofounder might come with more drawbacks than you realize. www.fastcompany.com/91435703/the...
November 17, 2025 at 3:10 PM
The Washington Post's Dave Sheinin: The 10 best sports theme songs of all time — and what makes them great. wapo.st/49IotnQ
November 8, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Great catching up with longtime PR pro and fellow solopreneur Sherry Goldman. Check out our conversation beginning on Monday, Nov. 3.

Listen live Mon Nov 3 on 88.7FM WRHU or the livestream; download the podcast (info in pix).
November 3, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Sorry, Yoda. Mentors are going out of style. New forms of mentorship are replacing the traditional ‘guru’ model. www.fastcompany.com/91423180/goo...
November 3, 2025 at 12:07 AM
Solopreneurs are thriving as corporate counterparts struggle: Businesses of one outearn corporate counterparts within two years, making 25% more by year 5, data suggests. www.fastcompany.com/91428616/sol...
October 31, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Excellent insights (as always) from Pink Mentor Network Founder & CEO Stacey Cassio: Will AI replace the need for mentorship? www.linkedin.com/pulse/mentor...
October 23, 2025 at 11:07 PM
The right way to use AI at work: A new Stanford study reveals the right way to use AI at work—and why you’re probably using it wrong. www.fastcompany.com/91413470/rig...
October 14, 2025 at 11:07 PM
How freelancing became the new entry-level job: In a world where the entry-level job is disappearing, freelancing offers opportunities to develop professional skills and earn money. www.fastcompany.com/91409147/can...
October 12, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Why the best way to solve problems may be to think backwards: It’s called mental inversion, and here’s how it works. www.fastcompany.com/91411728/sol...
October 10, 2025 at 2:10 PM
This is how Gen Z is ‘AI-proofing’ their careers: ‘This isn’t an isolated trend—it’s becoming a generational pattern.’ www.fastcompany.com/91392960/gen...
October 5, 2025 at 11:14 PM
The 25 Most Influential Magazine Covers of All Time: Four editors, a creative director and a visual artist met to debate and discuss the best of print media — and its enduring legacy. www.nytimes.com/2025/10/01/t...
October 4, 2025 at 2:10 PM
What does a spotless locker room have to do with success? For these coaches, everything. www.nytimes.com/athletic/667...
October 3, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Five Pearls of Wisdom From a Legend of Financial Writing: Jonathan Clements, the longtime Wall Street Journal columnist, died this weekend. Here are some of his best ideas. www.nytimes.com/2025/09/23/b...
October 2, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Worth watching this video from The New York Times: A.I.’s Environmental Impact Will Threaten Its Own Supply Chain www.nytimes.com/2025/09/26/o...
September 27, 2025 at 2:10 PM
3 ways to transform your career without leaving your job: You don’t have to quit what you’re doing to learn, grow, and change. www.fastcompany.com/91403134/tra...
September 26, 2025 at 2:10 PM
A Navy SEAL commander shares 5 tips to live a more purposeful life: Finding purpose when it isn’t quite so obvious can be challenging. www.fastcompany.com/91403153/nav...
September 24, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Wait! Is Gap cool again? Its collab mastermind reveals his strategy behind the brand’s big comeback. Mark Breitbard solves a multimillion-dollar question: How do you make a dead brand relevant? www.fastcompany.com/91405476/gap...
September 22, 2025 at 2:10 PM
How to dominate AI before it dominates us: As AI gets more complex, it might develop strange new motivations that its creators never imagined, and those could be dangerous. www.fastcompany.com/91398450/how...
September 17, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Worth reading from Maria Jose Gutierrez Chavez, editorial fellow at Inc. and Fast Company: College students are caught between ‘AI gets you in trouble’ and ‘AI is the future’ www.fastcompany.com/91401239/col...
September 15, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Will Leitch for The Athletic: College football is still worth cherishing, despite all the junk surrounding it. www.nytimes.com/athletic/657...
September 13, 2025 at 2:10 PM
5 time-saving ways you should be using ChatGPT at work: Take a few seconds to save a few hours. www.fastcompany.com/91392059/cha...
September 12, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Influencers like Lil’ Miquela and Mia Zelu have millions of followers and generate serious income, despite being created with artificial intelligence. www.nytimes.com/2025/09/03/s...
September 11, 2025 at 11:07 PM