What Matters
If you’re going to spend a ton of energy and time on becoming an expert on something, at least make sure it’s something that matters!
Don’t Overdo It
Don’t try to tackle everything at the same time. No one is impressed, and you’re just going to get overwhelmed and need help.
Beware of Fortune’s Gifts
Be wary of gifts from people with suspicious motivations. Fortune hides disaster sometimes, so it’s best to reject those.
Learning is Enabled by Humility
If you already think you know everything, then you’re not going to be able to learn anything. You gotta be humble to grow.
It’s Not the Event, It’s How You React
Events don’t disturb people; their reactions do. Events are neutral — it’s only disturbing because you say it is. Thankfully, this is something you can control.
Trust Your Gut, But Still Verify
Your gut instinct is valuable and should be respected, but consider that it might have been compromised. Put it to the test.
The Risk of Thinking You’ve Figured It All Out
When you think you understand everything, it tends to come from negative assumptions, and that doesn’t leave a lot of room for happiness. And of course you’re probably wrong, anyway.
Prepare for Negative People
Chances are, you’re going to run into an asshole today. No way to avoid that. But you can prepare in advance so they don’t ruin your day.
Put Your First Impression to the Test
Your first impression isn’t automatically wrong, but it’s not automatically right either. Slow down and put it to the test.
