My Buddy Chad

I was talking with my buddy Chad and asked for his thoughts on the subject of learning the basics in advance of the first time you will do an activity that is complex, and making efficient use of limited time to ensure you later remember what you learned . Here is what he had to say. Firstly, it's vitally important to fully understand an activity's basics before diving in. Too many people attempt to rush into complex activities without grasping the basic foundation, which leads to unnecessary hurdles and setbacks. Without the basics, the higher-level aspects of any task can feel daunting. Get the foundational basics right, then you have a solid platform to build upon. Secondly, when learning, try to break things down. Identify the core elements of what you're aiming to understand. Rather than attempt to swallow and absorb everything at once, focus on understanding and digesting one piece at a time. Dissect a complex task into small manageable parts and absorb each one. Sma...

I was talking with my buddy Chad and asked for his thoughts on the subject of procrastination and distractions . Here is what he had to say. Procrastination can be a major barrier to success. It’s easy to get caught up in day-to-day tasks and put off longer-term projects and goals, but this won’t get you to where you want to be in the long-run.  To put it bluntly, a lack of time management wastes potential. It can be hard to stay organized and on-task, but the rewards for those willing to make the effort can be immense.  Distractions are often cited as a major cause of procrastination. Whether it’s talking on the phone, scrolling through social media, or looking up random facts, it’s easy to get sidetracked and forget about the task that needs doing.  Don’t let frustration get in your way. Perfectionism can be a great motivator, but don’t let it become an excuse for delaying your progress. At some point, you just have to bite the bullet and finish the task. A great way to...