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We’re swift to recognize when other people need to think again. We question the judgement of experts whenever we seek out a second opinion on a medical diagnosis. Unfortunately, when it comes to our knowledge and opinions, we often favor feeling right over being right. In everyday life, we make diagnoses of our own, ranging from whom we hire to whe... See more
Think Again – Adam Grant – Curtis McHale
The Chinese symbol for crisis 危机 is composed of two elements: one signifies danger and the other opportunity.
You are constantly arriving at the destination, the place you’re meant to be. Even if it wasn’t the place you had in mind, or the place you want to go, you’re meant to be wherever you are, right now
You’re Exactly Where You Need to Be
But giving up is, in my opinion, a critical part of adulthood. Pyrrhic victories are a lot worse than graceful surrender, and a negotiated truce with your task list is a hell of a lot more effective than burning out.
Adding more complexity to that mostly feels like … adding complexity. I’m sure other people have different use-cases and like fancier options, but for me, the important thing is low-stress.
Repair and remain. Work with what you’ve got. Sit still for a moment, take stock, make some changes. Big changes, if necessary.
Kurt Armstrong • Repair and Remain
Enable: I am a team person and I believe teamwork above all personal achievements. The best way to help the team is to enable others to do their jobs better. This can be anything. From bringing a cup of tea to a team member because it is late at night and you need to finish this project by tomorrow, to find the necessary budget for your team membe
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