Category Archives: Discipline, Hard Work, and Progress

ChatGPT vs hypothetical question

So I asked ChatGPT how would Miyamoto Musashi live his life if he were living today and was in my position and here’s the output. This response might sound generic and corny but it’s a testament to Musashi’s profound knowledge of the human psyche and mindset. In life there’re circumstances outside of your control, peopleContinue reading “ChatGPT vs hypothetical question”

The Relentless 13

Some high-level points from the book Relentless by Tim Grover. When you’re a Cleaner… #1. You keep pushing yourself harder when everyone else has had enough. #1. You get into the Zone, you shut out everything else, and control the uncontrollable. #1. You know exactly who you are. #1. You have a dark side thatContinue reading “The Relentless 13”

Key attributes of success

Take full responsibility for your life. Successful people don’t point fingers and blame others. They don’t look for handouts and shortcuts. They know it’s all about discipline and hard work. They focus and do the work and remain humble. You will not become successful through shortcuts. Speculating won’t make you a successful person. Real successContinue reading “Key attributes of success”

Critical Thinking

“Most men would rather die, than think. Many do.” – Bertrand Russell. “The critical ingredient is getting off your butt and doing something. It is as simple as that. A lot of people have ideas, but there are few who decide to do something about them now. Not tomorrow. Not next week. But today. TheContinue reading “Critical Thinking”

How Managers Become Leaders

“The skills that got you where you are may not be the requisite skills to get you to where you need to go. This doesn’t discount the accomplishments of your past, but they will not be everything you need for the next leg of the journey.” https://hbr.org/2012/06/how-managers-become-leaders?utm_medium=social&utm_source=linkedin&utm_campaign=hbr

Carpe Diem

“Carpe diem, seize the day and gather ye rosebuds while ye may.” “Boys, you must strive to find your own voice. Because the longer you wait to begin, the less likely you are to find it at all. Thoreau said, ‘Most men lead lives of quiet desperation.’ Don’t be resigned to that. Break out!” RobinContinue reading “Carpe Diem”