Part of being responsible for your life is also taking responsibility for your enjoyment of life. If you aren't enjoying your life, don't blame it on someone else.
The critical element of the discovery process is the exploration of the unknown. Embrace randomness and whimsy.
Entrepreneur Gold: "A description of the problem, and its ideal solution, straight from the mouth of the customer"
Solve visible problems.
View the world through a lens of improvement.
To get things done, ask yourself: What's next? Love the follow through.
Share your ideas and intentions with others.
Good things come from the desire to make them happen.
Most business types are tired of talking about business. Diversify your conversation.
Feedback, contacts, referrals. (Like-minded, innovative individuals)
Dare the things that age will fear.
Ordinary everything, unusual passion.
Beware the hire with a lot of baggage.
Choose the one whose story tells of growth.
"Why did you ask that question?" Excavate concerns.
You know you have handed the reins over when decisions are made without your knowledge.
Instead of defaulting to the usual drinking/partying go-to activities, figure out what activities and people recharge you, and do them.
Compartmentalise. This brings focus.
Connection is a means to allow one to look to help others.
Strive to be a local expert on something, make yourself useful.
Personal branding is about articulating yourself in a clear, crisp and memorable way.
Couple common knowledge with uncommon experiences for a winning combination.