The meta skill is knowing what you want & how to get it. — @eshear
Knowing who you are, what you want, and what you love will serve you faithfully. And then, having clear objectives and clear dreams will set a direct trajectory from which you will not easily be deterred.
Shannon Lee • Be Water, My Friend: The Teachings of Bruce Lee
Do you know the difference between what you want and what you’re good at?
John C. Maxwell • The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth: Live Them and Reach Your Potential
An essential intent doesn’t have to be elegantly crafted; it’s the substance, not the style that counts. Instead, ask the more essential question that will inform every future decision you will ever make: “If we could be truly excellent at only one thing, what would it be?”
Greg Mckeown • Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less
A powerful essential intent inspires people partially because it is concrete enough to answer the question, “How will we know when we have succeeded?”
Greg Mckeown • Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less
Knowing what you want to happen can help you make the choices to get there.
Priya Parker • The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters
This is the most valuable skill in the world: knowing yourself and knowing your needs.