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Improvisation is a useful skill, but planning will always take you further. It’s important to uncover what you don’t know and be ready for surprises. […]
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Inspiration is overrated. Consistency beats all. When you build a habit of showing up, you teach your mind to bind that place and time with […]
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Continue readingEarly retirement? or Financial Freedom?
Early retirement sounds appealing—who wouldn’t want to avoid working their entire life in a job they don’t love? Even if you love your work, there […]
Continue readingYou shouldn’t start a company
A few years ago, I took the plunge and started a company. It took a toll on my health and left me socially anxious—so much […]
Continue readingSleep Your Way to Peak Productivity
Adequate and consistent sleep will increase the value of your work far more than the extra hours you put in. It’s simple but powerful: we […]
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