Reminders for myself
talent sets the floor, but character sets the ceiling.
Adam Grant • Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things
It’s never the right time, but right now is usually the best time.
3-2-1: On the importance of beauty, fixing silent complaints, and a simple rule to make life easier
Competence is how good you are when there is something to gain. Character is how good you are when there is nothing to gain.
People will reward you for competence. But people will only love you for your character.
The way to figure out what to work on is by working. If you're not sure what to work on, guess. But pick something and get going
How to Do Great Work
Cutting off options is hard work. And it is risky. But the alternative is even riskier. Those who cannot commit, those who cannot say “no,” are doomed to everlasting conflict.
Stephen Cope • The Great Work of Your Life: A Guide for the Journey to Your True Calling
Work on startup ideas that require you to be the way you already are. Then what would in ordinary life be a mere idiosyncrasy can become a unique advantage.
