Kyle Steinike

What you find interesting is a better predictor of success than what you’re good at.

Curiosity isn’t random; it’s a compass.

Confronted with words, ideas, or decisions they dislike, a growing number of people are asserting that they are in danger of suffering psychological or even bodily harm. But when one party asserts that a debate threatens their very well-being, it is hard to deliberate on policy—or topics such as race and gender. The result is a narrowing of the... See more

The strongest link was to be found among thrillers, comedies and dramas. The data suggests that for movies like these, it’s a bad idea to leave audiences confused about key plot elements.

Work becomes great when curiosity drives it beyond obligation.

“One way to stand out is to look for pockets of low competition.

Wake up early—less traffic, fewer people.

Go deeper or narrower in your field—less noise, more space.

People are drawn to where it is crowded. Look for the quiet spaces inside your areas of interest. Excellence often hides at the edges.”