What should you do with your life? I’ve asked, and been asked, this question often. And while I can’t give a decisive formula for answering it, I have made one realization: most of the standard advice is terrible. Whether it’s multiple-choice personality quizzes that tell you to be a farmer, security guard or laboratory assistant […]
Is Being Rich Important for Living the Ideal Life?
I want to live an abundant life. I want to live to an old age knowing that my years were full of rich experiences and that I spent them doing something that matters. I’m guessing you do too. The question is, in order to accomplish that aim, how important is money? Basic economic textbooks will […]
Case Studies: Help Me Write My Next Book
I’m working on a major expansion to Learn More, Study Less and I need your help. I’m looking for learners who can be case studies for the upcoming expansion. Specifically, I’m looking for people who have read either: Learn More, Study Less my free ebook/articles on holistic learning or been a part of Learning on […]
Could You Sell Who You Are in 30 Seconds?
Life is an elevator pitch. You sell your skills when you want a job. You sell your products when you want business. Heck, even asking for a date is selling, except you’re selling yourself. The biggest problem in communicating yourself in any domain is simply time. You have an entire life history, interests and a […]
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