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"Linchpin" is a book about becoming indispensable and creating art in the workplace. The central idea is that in today's economy, true value comes from going above and beyond, taking risks, and creating something unique and valuable - being a "linchpin” vs a “cog” Some key concepts throughout the book: The old model of compliance … Continue reading 1224. Becoming a Linchpin | Seth Godin: 8 ways
How often do we go through life doing various activities and making choices without stopping to consider the deeper reasons or motivations behind them? Things like going to school, having a job, living in a particular area, traveling, exercising, driving a certain car, following a religion or believing in God, keeping an orderly home, budgeting … Continue reading 1223. The Power of Why: Reflecting Motivations Behind Our Actions
You can’t buy some things Amazon came around and destroyed the game with 24 hour deliveries The same with instant messages- anywhere in the world you can send someone a message and it's there within a second. That’s good for most things, but there are some things you can’t buy You can only cultivate them. … Continue reading 1222. The Price of Personal Growth: What Money Can’t Buy
'If our young men miscarry in their first enterprises, they lose all heart. If the young merchant fails, men say he is ruined. If the finest genius studies at one of our colleges, and is not installed in an office within one year afterwards in the cities or suburbs of Boston or New York, it … Continue reading 1221. Opportunities Beyond Societal Expectations: Lessons from Ralph Waldo Emerson
Life is all about figuring it out Murphy's law is a law for a reason “anything that can go wrong will go wrong” And that’s one of our jobs on this Earth - figuring things out Can’t pay the bills? Got to figure it out Making too much money that you know what to do … Continue reading 1220. The Art of Figuring Things Out
This relates to a serving job, waiting tables: Prioritize the questions based on your personal preferences and the importance of each topic to you. Consider selecting a few key questions to ask during the interview and saving the rest for later discussions. What are some rules and policies, can I get an operations manual of … Continue reading 1219. 25 Questions to Ask New Employers
Most of us dread confrontation. It feels uncomfortable and threatens that desire for peace and harmony. We fear the other person's reaction and the potential consequences. Thinking about it though, this fear is often irrational becuase confrontation rarely lives up to our worst nightmares. Right? A way to get around this feeling is to be … Continue reading 1218. Effective Communication: The Firm yet Fair Approach
Exercise is good for the body (duh) But it’s also good for the mind and soul Clarity, presence, focus, seeing a goal through - not even mentioning the psychological benefits of looking good and feeling even better, it’s a confidence boost. It’s a lifestyle too, not just a once in a while thing. If you … Continue reading 1217. The Long-Term Impact of Fitness: Confidence and Self-Perception
One of life's beauties is the ability to design our lifestyle how we want it - according to our values and desires. We can choose to live lavishly, indulging in fine dining, premium champagne, an extensive wine collection, exotic travel, and the latest luxury vehicles. At the same time, we can opt for a minimalist … Continue reading 1216. Frugality vs Cheapness: The Beauty of Choice
A positive mental attitude Good physical health Human relationships Freedom from fear The hope of achievement Having faith A willingness to share one's blessings A labor of love An open mind on all subjects Self-discipline The capacity to understand people Economic security How many of these require money? Just the last one. Being truly happy … Continue reading 1215. The 12 Success’ in Life: Achieving True Happiness
Joe DiAndrea 