We spend a third of our lives asleep. For 27 years, all I did was put my head on the pillow, experience blackness, and then wake up. So, nine years of my life disappeared. What if there was a possibility of being productive while asleep without sacrificing sleep? Sounds impossible, Read more…
Ever notice how certain students just seem to have an edge? They are always answering questions correctly in class, acing exams, receiving acceptances into top schools and then offers from top firms. Of course, there is a genetic component, maybe 50% according to some twin studies on academic performance, but Read more…
How do you create something that has an impact? The next Facebook, Uber, or Paypal? Luckily, the creator of Paypal, Peter Thiel, has written a fantastic book on doing just that – on how to build the future. In Zero to One, Peter outlines several lessons every successful business should Read more…
Remember when you had to learn integrals in math class and had no idea what the F*&# was going on? Why do I have to understand what’s inside of this “S?” What I wish I had known earlier was that there is a better way to learn complex topics. As Read more…
Step 1: Realize it will get better This is my #1 trick. Everything improves with time, I promise. Every day, you will feel a little better. In a couple of months to a year, you may forget why you felt so bad in the first place. In the moment of Read more…
A never-ending to-do list, being stuck in procrastination mode, and a lack of free time – does any of this sound familiar? Proper time management can help remedy all of these issues, allowing you to finish your tasks, stop procrastinating, and gain some well-deserved free time. Let’s define the problem, Read more…
Recently, I tried minimalism. It’s awesome. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to become a minimalist (easily). I’m going to talk about specific actions you can take; of course, you should learn the theory and ideas behind minimalism. I recommend checking out the fantastic authors Marie Kondo and Fumio Sasaki. Read more…
What is the 80/20 rule? The 80/20 Rule posits that 80% of the results come from 20% of the inputs; or 20% of efforts produce 80% of the profits. For example, say you sell five different types of socks. Some have different materials, colors, or styles. The 80/20 rule (or Read more…
What’s worse for your health, complete physical inactivity or having no social connections? The answer might surprise you. Longevity is determined by two things, genetics, and your environment. Social relationships are included in the environment and are something we, as humans, have relied on for thousands of years. Historically, human Read more…
1. It just feels better I always wake up and go to sleep at the same time. I don’t really drink alcohol. I enjoy sunlight, reading, chatting with friends (over coffee), and playing recreational sports. Maybe this is why my dating profile isn’t getting many hits… I’ve done the partying Read more…