The world’s most famous hacker died a few months ago. Of course, by the time Kevin Mitnick passed away, he had pivoted to become a security consultant. (As it turns out, becoming famous as a hacker is a professional liability.) Written after he spent five years in prison, Mitnick’s essential text on tech security is […]
Excellence is a habit
Failure is subjective, which means you can reframe disappointments into opportunities. Make excellence a frame of mind with advice from Greg Harden, the life coach and consultant known for his work with sports superstar Tom Brady. Our latest Instaread will help you take it to the next level. Always Give 100% Years ago, when Harden […]
The new laws of success
Entrepreneur Steven Bartlett is the founder and leader of companies that are collectively valued at over $1 billion. His laws of success are less about business strategy and more about mastering your self, your storytelling, your philosophy, and your team. Our latest Instaread tells all. Rewrite Your Story Your self-story is your personal belief in […]
Clarify. Enhance. Close.
What if you could increase your business revenue fourfold in just six years? That’s what Donald Miller, CEO of Business Made Simple and StoryBrand, did with his operation. His “Small Business Flight Plan” can help you get there fast. Draw Precise Blueprints Defining a clear goal for your business is the primary role of a […]
Raise money like a pro 💰💰
Venture capital is its own little world, with jargon, social hierarchy, and etiquette that aren’t necessarily intuitive. Brad Feld and Jason Mendelson, co-founders of the venture capital fund Foundry Group, have developed Venture Deals, a direct and actionable guide for entrepreneurs who need the lay of the land. Our latest Instaread distills key points and concepts […]
Invest in yourself
If you invest your time wisely, you can redistribute it when and where it matters most. This is what author and entrepreneur Dan Martell calls “buying back time.” Identify the tasks that drain your energy and then delegate those jobs whenever possible. The time you free up can then be filled with higher-value tasks that […]
This system will change your life
Unread emails, disorganized files, and random photos can pile up and make your workflow feel chaotic. But at the end of the day, all those pieces of digital clutter fall into one of four categories: projects, areas, resources, and archives. This PARA system is a simple and flexible way to get organized across your devices. […]
Are you paying too many taxes?
Making big money moves isn’t just about earning and investing. You also have to know how to use tax law to your best advantage. Tom Wheelwright, who runs a global network that helps entrepreneurs and investors reduce taxes, says that tax laws in developed countries are similar enough to apply universally. Here’s what you need […]
Are you a good manager?
Great managers are made, not born. Our latest Instaread pulls advice from The Making of a Manager by Julie Zhuo, one of Silicon Valley’s top product design executives. Start with You Managing isn’t just about other people. It all comes back to you, and you won’t be able to support your team effectively if you don’t understand […]
Exponential growth, minimal effort
There are a lot of theories out there about goal setting. Here’s one you might not have heard before: your goals should be set so high that they initially seem impossible to achieve. If you don’t seriously doubt yourself, you’re doing it wrong. Reset Your Clock The traditional 9-to-5 work day is rooted in the […]
