Quotes

Thinking, Fast and Slow, Page 257

One of the benefits of an optimistic temperament is that it encourages persistence in the face of obstacles. But persistence can be costly.

Thinking, Fast and Slow, Page 257

…the financial benefits of self-employment are mediocre: given the same qualifications, people achieve higher average returns by selling their skills to employers than by setting out on their own.

Thinking, Fast and Slow, Page 257

The evidence suggests that optimism is widespread, stubborn, and costly.

Thanks for the Feedback, Page 257

…the attention and effort that goes into resisting temptation (or forcing new, less-appealing behavior) leaves less energy, attention, and persistence available to complete other tasks. – Roy Baumeister

Leaders Eat Last, Page 257

The evidence is indisputable… those who think they are more productive because they are better at multitasking are just wrong. What they are better at is being distracted.

Never Eat Alone, Page 258

Once you put yourself in position to connect with the famous and powerful, the key is not to feel as if you’re undeserving or an imposter. You’re a star in your own right…

ReWork, Page 258

You shouldn’t expect the job to be someone’s entire life – at least not if you want to keep them around for a long time.

Give and Take, Page 258

“…successful givers: they get to the top without cutting others down, finding ways of expanding the pie that benefit themselves and the people around them.”

Willpower, Page 258

Never underestimate how little it takes to motivate.

Focus, Page 258

We must ask ourselves: in the service of what exactly are we using whatever talents we have? If our focus serves only our personal ends… then in the long run all of us, as a species, are doomed.