Patrick J. Kiger

About Patrick J. Kiger

SecondAct contributor Patrick J. Kiger has written for publications ranging from GQ

to the Los Angeles Times Magazine

and is the co-author of two books, Poplorica: A Popular History of the Fads, Mavericks, Inventions and Lore that Shaped Modern America

and Oops: 20 Life Lessons From the Fiascoes That Shaped America.

More From Patrick J. Kiger

Art Entrepreneur Wins $100,000 Pittsburgh Prize
Entrepreneurs

Art Entrepreneur Wins $100,000 Pittsburgh Prize

Artist Tess Lojacono talks about winning the "Experienced Dreamers" contest designed to lure middle-aged entrepreneurs to Pittsburgh.
5 min read
Reinvention 101: 5 Lessons From Robert Downey, Jr.
Entrepreneurs

Reinvention 101: 5 Lessons From Robert Downey, Jr.

The 'Avengers' star is a great case study for anyone launching a new venture or attempting a midlife comeback.
6 min read
Want to Simplify Life? Dare to Think Tiny
Small Business Heroes

Want to Simplify Life? Dare to Think Tiny

Tumbleweed Tiny House Co. founder Jay Shafer is an evangelist for the updated small-is-beautiful movement.
5 min read
Tech Tips for Road Warriors
Growth Strategies

Tech Tips for Road Warriors

If you're considering chucking the file cabinet and taking your office on the road, here are a few tools that will make your working wanderlust more manageable.
4 min read
Working From Nomad's Land
Small Business Heroes

Working From Nomad's Land

Last year Fran Reisner sold her home and took her photography business and her life on the road. Here's how she did it -- and how she's adapting.
9 min read
What Cars Are Boomers Buying?

What Cars Are Boomers Buying?

Forget oversized SUVs. The bestselling 2011 cars reflect an increasingly practical streak among middle-aged consumers.
3 min read
Inventor Finds True Passion in Toys
Starting a Business

Inventor Finds True Passion in Toys

For Mary Doherty Ellroy, there's no business like the toy business.
8 min read