As an ardent admirer of Jocko Willink, I’ve been inspired by his principles of discipline and extreme ownership. This year, as part of my New Year’s resolution, I embraced these principles further by joining the DEF Reset challenge, a four-week program designed to instill long-lasting discipline and habits in various aspects of life. Understanding DEF […]
Mastering the Art of Attention: 20 Actionable Tips from ‘Hyperfocus’
In our fast-paced digital world, mastering the art of focus is more critical than ever. Chris Bailey’s book “Hyperfocus” offers a plethora of strategies to harness the power of attention. Here are some practical tips extracted from the book, aimed at boosting your focus, productivity, and creativity. 1. Embrace Disconnection 2. Unfocus to Refocus 3. […]
Beyond Average: Exploring the Principles of ’10X’
In this post, we delve into the book “10X” by Grant Cardone, a compelling guide that challenges conventional approaches to success. Cardone’s book is not just about achieving goals; it’s about revolutionizing how we set them. Here’s an in-depth look at the key concepts that make “10X” an essential read for those aspiring to extraordinary […]
2023: My Annual Self Appraisal
As the year draws to a close, it’s time once again for my annual self-appraisal, a tradition I’ve upheld since 2020 (2021, 2022) . This post isn’t about setting or tracking rigid New Year’s resolutions. Instead, it’s about journaling a year’s journey towards becoming a better version of myself. So, here’s a glimpse into my […]
Crafting Effective Questions: Lessons from “The Mom Test”
In the realm of startups and customer interactions, “The Mom Test” by Rob Fitzpatrick offers invaluable insights into crafting questions that elicit truthful and useful responses. The book emphasizes the importance of asking the right questions to avoid the pitfalls of false positives and misleading feedback, which can often lead businesses astray. The Pitfalls of […]
Unraveling Timeless Truths : 18 Key Takeaways from “Same as Ever”
In a world that is constantly evolving, it’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of change. However, Morgan Housel’s “Same as Ever” delves into the intriguing paradox of how much remains constant amidst this flux. This blog post unpacks the key insights from the book, tailored for readers who are keen to understand […]
Beyond Work-Life Balance: Redefining Fulfillment in Work and Life
“Offbalance,” a compelling book by Matthew Kelly, offers a thought-provoking perspective on redefining the traditional quest for work-life balance. This blog post explores key insights from the book, guiding us toward achieving a life that’s not only balanced but deeply fulfilling both personally and professionally. The Myth of Work-Life Balance The conventional notion of work-life […]
21 Unpopular Mental Models You Must Know
A mental model is a recurring concept that helps you think clearly and make better decisions. There are hundreds of mental models across various fields and you might have heard most of the popular ones (Pareto principle, availability bias, anchoring, framing, loss aversion, etc.) frequently in the past few years. But there are many other […]
I Answered on Quora Everyday for 30 days
I answered a Quora question every day for the past 30 days. While it is gratifying to get upvotes and thousands of views to some of my answers, the intent behind this experiment was to improve my writing skills and hopefully help someone along the way. This post is a compilation of questions I had […]
An Introvert’s Guide to Easy Communication
I am an introvert by nature, but an extrovert by profession. A decade of sales experience has taught me that extroversion helps build successful personal and professional relationships. And extroversion, to a certain degree, can be learned irrespective of your true nature. Here are some tips and tricks from the book “How to Talk to […]