Principle #2: Focus—I went full-time as a writer nearly from the start.

Principle #4: Drill—I systematically broke down each aspect of writing articles—the headline, the introductory sentence, the transitions, the storytelling, and more—and put together spreadsheets filled

he had a bias toward action.

could create a project to quickly learn the skills to transition to a new role, project, or even profession?

esoteric

Lewis explained his approach: Start speaking the very first day. Don’t be afraid to talk to strangers. Use a phrasebook to get started; save formal study for later. Use visual mnemonics to memorize vocabulary. What struck me were not the methods but the boldness with which he applied them. While I had timidly been trying to pick up some French, wor

First, deep learning provides a sense of purpose in life. Developing skills is meaningful. It feels good to get good at something.

The ability to distract or delude yourself has never been greater,

will help you stand out. And