Sustaining focus is one of the hardest essentials when it comes to learning new things. Discover how you can practice and master focus.
Which Learning Methods Actually Work?
Here’s an interesting article on the effectiveness of various study techniques—and in particular—which ones have evidence supporting them. Some of my thoughts on the key findings: Self-Explanation and Reading Elaborative learning and self-explanation were found to be moderately effective. This is similar to the Feynman technique, but I’d argue the use of the method was […]
Catch-22s and Bootstrapping Your Life
Catch-22s are problems which have circular or paradoxical solutions. Named after Joseph Heller’s famous book by the same name, about a soldier who can avoid dangerous combat if he is insane (but applying for the provision is proof of sanity). Many situations in life are close to Catch-22s, problems by which the method of solution […]
What Matters More: Your Network or Skills?
Is it your skills or your networking that gives you an edge in your career? Learn how introverted and extroverted behaviours can benefit your advance.
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