#proactivity

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Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
6 days ago

I'm 37 and I've already learned the hard way that nobody is coming to save you, nobody is keeping score, and the life you're waiting for permission to start is the one that's already passing you by while you stand at the door deciding whether you're ready - Silicon Canals

Waiting for clarity and external validation hinders progress; taking ownership of one's actions leads to better outcomes.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

How to Become Truly, Deeply, Profoundly Proactive

Proactivity—initiating self-chosen changes early—prevents regret and creates long-term benefits across health, finance, environment, and leadership.
Startup companies
fromFortune
6 months ago

Duolingo's CEO tells new hires his company is 'allergic' to toxic behavior-and not to 'work yourself to death' | Fortune

Prioritize kindness, take initiative to fix problems, and align priorities with company mission while maintaining work-life balance; toxic behavior is rejected.
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

Duolingo's CEO gives new hires 5 tips for career success

First, von Ahn said new hires should not come in with "massive egos" or be duplicitous in their dealings with colleagues. "Don't be a jerk," von Ahn wrote. "Duolingo has an allergic reaction to toxic behavior, and our culture quickly identifies and rejects it," he added.
Online learning
fromHarvard Business Review
11 months ago

Research: When Extra Effort Makes You Worse at Your Job

"In addressing prospective clients' repeated inquiries, creating a comprehensive FAQ section can streamline communication and expedite the contract signing process, minimizing delays."
Mental health
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