My Thoughts on Note-Taking Apps 📝
From Notion to Apple Notes to Evernote, I've tried 'em all. While they each have strengths, none of them is my ultimate note-taking app. It's not just about the coolest features, it's about what works best for you.
Remco Livain
Drawing Wisdom from Chess: What Gary Kasparov Taught Me About Entrepreneurship
As an entrepreneur, I relate to chess grandmaster Gary Kasparov's view on defeat. Each loss feels personal, a reminder of our own errors. But in business, as in chess, we're not the only players. Here's to acknowledging the brilliance of others!
The Power and Potential of Sabbaticals: A CEO's Perspective on Employee Breaks
Exploring paid sabbaticals as a tool to boost creativity and productivity. I am eager to learn from other business owners about their experiences to shape our approach to fostering a balanced workplace.
Harnessing Emotional Intelligence: The Power of Active Listening and Empathy
It's through channels like the "Think Fast, Talk Smart" podcast that I continually refine my approach, becoming a more effective professional, manager, and partner. This episode with Celine Teoh really hit home.
Progress, Not Perfection: The Impact of Missing Goals and How to Drive Long-Term Success
**Excerpt:** Missed goals can lead to a sense of failure, a response known as the 'negative lumping effect'. However, it shouldn't eclipse the real progress made. Goals are markers, but tangible progress is the true victory. Keep striving and appreciating your journey.
The Illusion of Plenty: Why Focus is the Key to Success and Happiness
Embrace focus over diversity in your professional pursuits. As Robert Greene wisely said, it's about mining a rich vein deeper rather than skipping between shallow mines. Success and fulfillment lie in depth, not extensity.
Setting the Pace: Overcoming Mental Barriers and Setting Unobtainable Goals
In endurance training, it's not just the physical challenges but also the mental battles that define our performance. Setting intangible, 'unobtainable' goals can be a powerful motivator, pushing us beyond easily achievable targets and encouraging us to strive further, both in training and in life.