3-2-1: On confidence, the power of going first, and being a generalist
July 2023
If you collected lists of techniques for doing great work in a lot of different fields, what would the intersection look like? I decided to find out by making it.
Partly my goal was to create a guide that could be used by someone working in any field. But I was also curious about the shape of the intersection. And one thing this exercise sh... See more
If you collected lists of techniques for doing great work in a lot of different fields, what would the intersection look like? I decided to find out by making it.
Partly my goal was to create a guide that could be used by someone working in any field. But I was also curious about the shape of the intersection. And one thing this exercise sh... See more
Paul Graham • How to Do Great Work
“If you...
1) develop a bias for moving fast
2) consistently ask, “What’s the real goal here and is there a better way to accomplish it?”
... you can accomplish a lot in one life.”
1) develop a bias for moving fast
2) consistently ask, “What’s the real goal here and is there a better way to accomplish it?”
... you can accomplish a lot in one life.”
James Clear • 3-2-1: On creating meaning, the remarkable odds of your existence, and life instructions
Having ideas is fun. Understanding what makes them relevant today or significant tomorrow, and why you’re the person to move them forward, is work.
Bernadette Jiwa • Story Driven: You don't need to compete when you know who you are
“When nothing is working, explore and make a lot of small bets.
After something starts working, double down on what works best.
When that stops working, explore and make a lot of small bets again.”
After something starts working, double down on what works best.
When that stops working, explore and make a lot of small bets again.”