“People seeking advice are generally not interested in being told what to do, but in gathering information so that they will have more alternatives and perspectives to consider.”
How to Give Better Advice
A Journey to Thank Every Person Responsible for a Morning Coffee
“It was overwhelming, but it was also wonderful. Because it allowed me to focus on the hundreds of things that go right every day, as opposed to the three or four that go wrong.”
How to Build Your Email List Without Sleazy Tactics
“Trust is one of the most overlooked marketing tactics because it takes time. By showing up consistently in someone’s inbox and delivering them thoughtful content you will build trust.”
How to Get Out of Your Own Way
“You need to do things. There are a lot of people who do a lot more talking about things than actually doing.”
10 Ideas For The Interested This Week
“Cynics are simply thwarted romantics.” — William Goldman
10 Ideas For The Interested This Week
“Pessimism leads to weakness, optimism to power.” — William James
The Pursuit of Interestingness
“Goals, incorrectly, assume that we already know what it is that we want. Interestingness is more humble. It makes up its mind as it moves, slowly blowing from one thing to another, until it eventually grasps something that lies beyond prediction.”
The World’s Worst Boss Is You
“If you had a manager that talked to you the way you talked to you, you’d quit. If you had a boss that wasted as much of your time as you do, they’d fire her. If an organization developed its employees as poorly as you are developing yourself, it would soon go under.”
How to Use Skill Stacking to Grow Your Career
“You simply have more chance of career success if you have more skills. Think about it. If you’re a one-trick pony, your opportunities are limited. But if you have multiple skills, you’re simply more valuable.”
The Life of a Professional Content Creator
“The content I’ve created is the most important thing I’ve done in my career. It’s attracted clients, landed me jobs, and been the way I’ve learned everything I know.”