Every Opportunity Has a Cost
“Our default answer to opportunities should always be a ‘no,’ with grace. If our default state is rejecting opportunities, then we’ll surely take on less, becau...
Category: Self Improvement
12 Things Everyone Should Understand About Tech
“Tech is not neutral. One of the most important things everybody should know about the apps and services they use is that the values of technology creators are ...
How to Become a Better Listener
“One of the most subtle, but effective listening techniques is actually quite simple to learn: It’s the art of the paraphrase.”
47 Documentaries on Netflix That Will Make You Smarter
“You’ll learn a lot more about the world, but don’t worry — you’ll also be entertained.”
You Have to Be Ok with Being Ok to Become Great
“You have to be OK with just being OK. Most people aren’t. That’s why they quit. Or never start.”
43 Ways I’ve Learned To Make Life Easier
Today’s my 43rd birthday. For the past several years I’ve marked each birthday with a post reflecting on things that matter to me and experiences I’ve had up to...
Why a Focus on “Average Speed” Helps You Develop Better Habits
“Anyone can feel a burst of inspiration, head to the gym, and push themselves for a single workout. That’s maximum speed. We waste a lot of time obsessing over ...
What It’s like to Only Get News from Print Newspapers for Two Months
“Now I am not just less anxious and less addicted to the news, I am more widely informed (though there are some blind spots). And I’m embarrassed about how much...
How to Start Investing in 2018
“Your road to success as an investor is less likely to hinge on whatever hot stock your friend thinks you should buy ASAP — and depends more on how smart a port...
The Most Important Question in Any Project
“Ask ‘What if…’ as often as possible. Ask it of yourself, your collaborators, customers, and audience. Use it to shape what you create, how you create it, and h...