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Self-discipline, long viewed as a character trait, and elite performance, similarly linked to genetic gifts, stem from the ability to engage in guided practice of clearly defined skills.
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The ability to step outside of oneself and one’s assumptions temporarily is an effective prophylactic against denial.
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An inability to be guided by a ‘healthy fear’ of bad consequences is a disastrous flaw.
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…[there is] a basic limitation in the ability of our mind to deal with small risks: we either ignore them altogether or give them far too much weight – nothing in between.
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We… tend to exaggerate our ability to forecast the future, which fosters optimistic overconfidence.
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…your ability to reduce or eliminate the pain of the occasional loss by the thought that the policy that left you exposed to it will almost certainly be financially advantageous over the long run.
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There are certain physical and anatomical abilities, tendencies, limitations and needs common to all people, and the retail environment must be tailored to these characteristics.
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Your feelings aren’t facts. Effective communication depends on our ability to talk about emotions without getting emotional.
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…[position] feedback as bridging the gap: identify where you want the other person to be, give them clear advice on how to get there, and (most importantly) emphasize that you believe they have the ability to bridge the gap. – Cade Massey
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…the ability to keep the knowledge for a given product or service owned persistently by the same team can only help an organization looking to evolve into a more product-centric orientation.
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