In Be Useful, Arnold Schwarzenegger outlines seven fundamental principles for finding one’s true purpose, drawn from his diverse and successful career as an athlete, actor, and politician. Schwarzenegger emphasizes the importance of clear vision, hard work, effective communication, and resilience, all underpinned by his father’s advice to always be useful. Let’s discuss each principle in turn. […]
Words Into Works #094 | First Principles
In his book Think Like a Rocket Scientist, rocket scientist turned-author Ozan Varol emphasizes the importance of breaking free from conventional thinking. While our past experiences and knowledge can be valuable, explains Varol, they can also limit our perspectives, causing us to mimic others or rely on outdated assumptions. Varol suggests that, rather than imitating, we […]
Words Into Works #093 | Neutral Thinking
In his book, It Takes What It Takes, Trevor Moawad emphasizes the power of neutral thinking as a high-performance strategy, especially in moments of crisis and pressure. Neutral thinking, explains Moawad, rejects judgment and focuses on accepting the irrevocable nature of the past. Moawad explains that, unlike other motivational systems that rely on illusion and […]
Words Into Works #086 | The Six Mindsets for Solving Problems Under Uncertainty
In their book, The Imperfectionists: Strategic Mindsets for Uncertain Times, Charles R. Conn and Robert McLean delve into what sets exceptional problem solvers apart. To do that, they outline six interconnected strategies that drive the problem-solving abilities of top leaders, offering guidance for navigating uncertainty successfully. Let’s look at each in turn. The Six Mindsets […]
Words Into Works #083 | The Habit Loop
In his book, The Power of Habit, Charles Duhigg explains that at the core of every habit is a three-step process called the habit loop. It begins with a cue, which can be internal (like a feeling) or external (like a time of day). The cue triggers your brain to go into automatic mode and decide […]
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