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The rapid pace of technological advancement often leads to reinventing the wheel. Before developing new tools, it’s crucial to research existing solutions and build upon existing knowledge to add value.

The compound interest is not only a financial formula but one that can also be applied to relationships and it builds trust.

A packed schedule, devoid of margin, has become a status symbol, overshadowing the natural rhythms of life. Incorporating margin and embracing boredom fosters creativity, inspiration, and the ability to seize opportunities.

A man in an airport restroom cleans the sink counters after washing his hands, inspiring a bystander to do the same. This act of kindness is contagious and encourages others to follow suit

Society overvalues talent, overlooking essential “real skills” like work ethic, attitude, and preparation. We should prioritise attitude, as skills can be taught.

The importance of having mentors, peers, and mentees at different stages of life. It encourages a balanced approach to relationships, valuing wisdom from mentors, support from peers, and the opportunity to mentor others.

And just as a muscle needs movement before atrophy so does our mind and brain. Sure, feel free to start going to the gym at your 40’s, 50’s’s or eve 60’s. It’s not impossible but it will be harder. Being curious is a mindset and provides de initial impetus to affect change. Learning news ways of thinking and doing which catapult change. The more you change your mind, the easier it becomes and flexibility becomes the norm.

Open communication is vital for collaboration, with praise given publicly and correction privately. Respecting people’s time and space means considering the purpose of communication and using asynchronous methods like documentation and prototypes as a priority before requesting expensive synchronous meetings.

If the vision does not change with you coming on board then we should question what you're bringing

We're not divvying up a pizza, we're generative

Mastery of a concept requires understanding its underlying abstractions, demonstrated by the ability to explain it simply to someone unfamiliar with the subject.

The easy way is when we can learn from others. Without taking the hit, the cost nor the pain. It’s rare but it happens. The difficult way is when we make our own mistakes. The tragic way is when we don’t… but life has its own way of teaching us regardless and the most important lesson is to make sure we get back on our feet and bounce that 3rd, 7th or 11th time.