Archive
Articles from April 2010
7 articles at addresses from April 2010. The topics are the originals; the writing is new.
- Decisions & GoalsThe Power of Analytical Thinking in Everyday LifeHow to use analytical thinking for everyday problems: define the real question, break it down, check your evidence, spot common biases and test your conclusions.
- Money & WorkStarting Over with Nothing: Rebuilding Through an Information BusinessPractical steps for rebuilding after hitting bottom, from securing basics and support to turning knowledge into a small information business without big costs.
- Purpose & MeaningAre You Paying Attention? Help Can Come from AnywhereWhy help, ideas and opportunities often come from unexpected people and places, and how to notice them: widen your network, ask openly and pay attention.
- Decisions & GoalsThe Number One Shortcut to Success: Learn from People Who've Done ItThe most reliable shortcut to success is learning from people who've already done what you want to do. How to find mentors, ask good questions and learn from others' mistakes.
- Stress & ResilienceThe Only Words You Need to Overcome Your Fears: "What If It Goes Well?"A simple phrase to loosen fear's grip, why naming emotions helps, and a practical step-by-step approach to facing fears gradually instead of avoiding them.
- Purpose & MeaningStop Lying to Yourself: How to Spot and Drop Self-DeceptionThe common lies we tell ourselves, why self-deception feels comfortable, and practical ways to get more honest about your habits, relationships, money and goals.
- Decisions & GoalsHow to Use 10-10-10 to Get UnstuckA step-by-step guide to the 10-10-10 decision method: how to weigh a choice over ten minutes, ten months and ten years, with examples and common pitfalls.