Action produces information

Action produces information. If you're unsure of what to do, just do anything, even if it's the wrong thing. This will give you information about what you should actually be doing. Sounds simple on the surface - the hard part is making it part of your everyday working process.

What we are naturally suited to do

When we engage in what we are naturally suited to do, our work takes on the quality of play, and it is play that stimulates creativity.

A good position allows you to think clearly

A good position allows you to think clearly rather than be forced by circumstances into a decision. One reason the best in the world make consistently good decisions is that they rarely find themselves forced into a decision by circumstances. You don’t need to be smarter than others to outperform them if you can out-position them. Anyone looks like a genius when they’re in a good position, and even the smartest person looks like an idiot when they’re in a bad one.

Rehearsing possibility

Most of us would like to live with wonder, grace, and optimism. Perhaps it pays to practice this in advance. When considering any given moment, is there a glimmer of good worth focusing on, even making a comment about? Our narrative of reality often becomes our reality.

Every opportunity you want comes through a person

Every opportunity you want comes through a person. To get the opportunity you want, find the person who can give it to you. If you want someone to help you with something, don’t rely on goodwill; instead, think of an incentive for them.

There’s a distinctive signature to authentic people

There’s a distinctive signature to authentic people: they prefer meaningful conversations with a few over shallow exchanges with many. Their love is demonstrated rather than declared. Their words and actions align, even when no one’s watching. They bring a quality of presence that makes you feel truly seen, and carry a sense of peace and joy that doesn’t depend on external validation.

People don't evaluate your reasoning

People don't evaluate your reasoning. They evaluate you. We reject a recommendation from someone we don't like but embrace it from someone we admire. If you want to persuade, sell yourself before you sell your ideas.