From the Web Authenticity – Seth Godin explains that “doing what you promise” is more important than “being yourself”. Don’t Major in Business – Cal Newport argues against the common wisdom to take a business major because it is more practical. Despite being a business major myself, I completely agree. Following your passions will give […]
Walk Slowly So You Don’t Trip
“Take your most conservative estimate for the amount of time you need. Then double it. That’s your most realistic deadline.” –Software Development Maxim “People tend to overestimate what they will accomplish in one year, but underestimate what they will accomplish in five.” –Steve Pavlina The more time you give yourself to complete a goal, the […]
In Praise of Solitude
Much of the depression and angst people face comes from one source: the inability to sit in the solitude of one’s own thoughts. A few days ago, I had the privilege of doing nothing. Not something relaxing or unproductive, but nothing. I sat in a chair and just thought. At first it was uncomfortable, I […]
Just Because It Won’t Cost Money, Doesn’t Make It Free
Free is a special word in the human language. The idea of getting something without money causes people’s brains to fall out. People unwittingly waste hours of their time and thousands of dollars because they’re seduced by “free”. But, as economists will tell you, even if something won’t cost you a dime, that doesn’t mean […]
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