...We tend to think of serendipity as something that just happens to us, when actually it’s a process of spotting and connecting the dots, to see bridges where others see gaps. ‘Smart luck’ or serendipity is about creating meaningful accidents – and making accidents meaningful...
...There’s nothing wrong with hoping for the best. But the best-case scenario is rarely the one that comes to pass. Being realistic about what is likely to happen positions you for a range of possible outcomes and gives you peace of mind...
...Our yearning for certainty leads us to pursue seemingly safe solutions But it’s only when we sacrifice the certainty of answers, when we take our training wheels off, and when we dare to wander away from the street lamps that breakthroughs happen. If you stick to the familiar, you won’t find the unexpected. Those who get ahead in this century will dance with the great unknown and find danger, rather than comfort, in the status quo...
...When big ideas show up, almost no one sees what’s possible. All they notice is that change is risky and new stuff might not work...
...breadcrumbs on top are a must if you want a crispy layer...
...I think the way to "solve" the problem of procrastination is to let delight pull you instead of making a to-do list push you. Work on an ambitious project you really enjoy, and sail as close to the wind as you can, and you'll leave the right things undone...
...What’s your secret to writing so many books? The answer is that I have a system, a process that helps me be productive. It’s not my system exactly, as I’ve taken many strategies from the greatest writers to ever do it...
...A good password manager stores, generates, and updates passwords for you with the press of a button. If you're willing to spend a few dollars a month, a password manager can sync your passwords across all your devices...
...How to escape the trappings of more and figure out what enough means for your life...
...Having a purpose simply means knowing why you’re gathering and doing your participants the honor of being convened for a reason...
...Focus on questions, not answers, for breakthrough insights...
...You can’t beat the flavor combination of sweet cornbread casserole and creamy, tender chicken. Add some butter, sour cream and cheddar cheese to the mix...
...A paradox is defined as a seemingly absurd or self-contradictory statement or proposition that when investigated or explained may prove to be well founded or true...
...Perfection is achieved not when there is nothing more to add, but when there is nothing left to take away...
...Do...Plan...Question...Drop...
...While amateurs may attempt to start from scratch when trying to make something creative in a new area, professionals know they must first get in touch with the existing territory...
...Don't be afraid to be pushy and loud when you are championing he idea of someone less powerful than you, or someone with less of a voice. You should not speak up for someone more powerful as you will appear as a suck up...
...How do we keep everyone in the loop without everyone getting tangled in everyone else's business?...
...First, you only need one skillet. Second, you’ll be using traditional lasagna ingredients for an authentic flavor...
...Do new things often. This seems to be really important. Not only does doing new things seem to slow down the perception of time, increase happiness, and keep life interesting, but it seems to prevent people from calcifying in the ways that they think...
