literature
Best corporate culture and workplace literature to better your workplace experience. Journal's favorite stories.
The Last Over
The cricket ground was never grand. It wasn’t the kind of place you’d see on television, with painted stands or polished pitches. It was rough, sometimes dusty, sometimes too damp after the rain. But to us, it was sacred. To us, it was a world of its own.
By Shehzad Anjum7 months ago in Journal
The Night I Couldn’t Sleep
Some nights carry a weight you cannot explain. They arrive silently, and yet they feel louder than the day itself. That night was one of them—a night when sleep abandoned me, leaving me alone with a restless heart and the echo of memories I thought I had left behind.
By Shehzad Anjum7 months ago in Journal
5 Things I Wish I Knew About the Western World Growing Up in Africa. AI-Generated.
Reflections on culture, identity, and the lessons that shaped me Growing up in Africa comes with its own unique rhythm one filled with resilience, strong community bonds, and a deep appreciation for life’s simple joys. But like many kids who grew up hearing stories of “the Western world,” I built an image in my mind that didn’t always align with reality. I thought the West was a land of endless wealth, perfection, and opportunities just waiting to be picked off the ground.
By David Kadiri7 months ago in Journal
Kansas City Chiefs vs Los Angeles Chargers: A Clash Beyond the Field
Chiefs vs Chargers – A Rivalry that Defines the NFL’s Future The National Football League (NFL) has always thrived on great rivalries, and one of the most exciting modern matchups is the Kansas City Chiefs vs Los Angeles Chargers. Whenever these two AFC West teams meet, it’s more than just a football game—it’s a battle of talent, strategy, and star power that captivates millions of fans worldwide.
By KAMRAN AHMAD7 months ago in Journal
Who controls book pricing? Bookstores.
Bookstores want you to believe that book publishers set the price of new books. That is not true. The price printed on the book cover is the manufacturer's suggested retail price. Booksellers not only have every right to override the MSRP in their bookshops--they are also the reason those prices are set so high in the first place.
By Heather Holmes7 months ago in Journal
Digital Marketing 2025: Smart Strategies That Work
Introduction: Why Digital Marketing Still Matters In an era where nearly every purchase starts with a search, a scroll, or a swipe, digital marketing has become the lifeline of modern business. From small startups to global corporations, everyone is competing for attention in the crowded online space. But in 2025, success doesn’t come from doing everything — it comes from doing the right things smarter.
By KAMRAN AHMAD7 months ago in Journal
The Day I Decided To Heal. Content Warning.
I'd be lying if I told you I remembered the day I decided I could no longer keep living the way I was. I don't. All I remember is that, that day had FINALLY come. At the ripe age of 35-after years of trauma, pain, and abuse-I hit a wall. I was sick and tired of feeling like a victim. It wasnt fun anymore. I was tired of pretending everything was okay when NOTHING really was okay at all.
By Lindsay N Brasseaux7 months ago in Journal









