Tiny Letter #5
Intuition / top of my todo list / dear basketball / design for developers / Chris Voss / Danny Meyer / Bojan Krkic / tools...
🗞️ Previous editions: #4 / #3 / #2
On intuition...
I got back to playing competitive soccer recently, so I went down a rabbit hole of learning the new meta, ideas, and tactics being used nowadays. The more I dug, the more I realized that there are no videos or readings that will help me more when I’m in the field than my intuition.
The reason is that I have split seconds to make the right decision based on the finite amount of information I have when I’m playing. So I have to trust my gut feeling. Because no matter how I study the game, I still need to put in the time to practice movements, drills, and tactics to perform them well when the time comes.
Sometimes the difference between making the right or wrong decision comes down to intuition, so trusting ourselves to do the right thing is always right.
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🗒️ The Top of My Todo List
When prioritizing tasks on your to-do list, focus on the most important and impactful ones that require medium effort. Apply the Eisenhower Matrix if needed. Remember to balance life by prioritizing your dreams, relationships, and happiness, and avoiding overworking.
Read it: The Top of My Todo List
🏀 Dear Basketball
Kobe Bryant's short animated film "Dear Basketball" is a personal favorite of mine, as it beautifully showcases the power of storytelling in conveying his lifelong dedication to the sport.
Read it: Dear Basketball
✨ Make your ideas look awesome
People other than designers and artists often have difficulty making things look decently good from a design perspective. RefactoringUI provides design tips and techniques for developers who want to improve the visual appeal of their projects.
Read it: Make your ideas look awesome, without relying on a designer
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🕵️ Chris Voss, FBI Hostage Negotiator
Chris Voss shared his insights on effective communication and negotiation skills. He emphasized the importance of active listening and empathy, and how they can help build rapport and trust in any negotiation. Additionally, Voss stressed the significance of building a "no" list of what you are not willing to accept in a negotiation, and the power of using calibrated questions to uncover information and gain leverage.
Watch it: Chris Voss, FBI Hostage Negotiator @ Lex Fridman Podcast
🍔 Danny Meyer, Founder of Shake Shack
Danny Meyer shares his insights on how to win, emphasizing the importance of creating memorable experiences for customers. He also discusses the "four quadrants of performance," which involve a focus on excellence in food, service, ambiance, and business operations. Finally, he highlights the importance of investing in one's team and fostering a culture of hospitality.
Watch it: Danny Meyer, Founder of Shake Shack @ Tim Ferriss
⚽️ Bojan Krkic, Former FC Barcelona football player
Bojan Krkic talked about the challenges he faced as a professional football player, including the pressure to perform and constant scrutiny from the media. He also shared his struggles with mental health and how he sought help to overcome depression and anxiety.
Watch it: Bojan Krkic, Former FC Barcelona football player @ The Wild Project