Midweek Material (June 21, 2023)

“Midweek Material” curates articles, podcasts, videos, etc. on a variety of topics including law, marketing/sales, productivity and more.


How to maximize your time reading [Article]:

Reading time is limited and should be directed at the knowledge that stands the test of time.

The opportunity cost of reading something new is re-reading the best book you’ve ever read.

Reading Better: Retaining and Applying What You Read [Shane Parrish, Farnam Street]


Conducting “personal archeology” to find meaning in your career [Podcast]:

The way we have talked about work is it is all about climbing: up by your bootstraps, rags to riches, bigger office, higher floor, better view, more benefits. The number one thing I learned is that the people who are happiest and most fulfilled in what they do, they don’t just climb, they also dig.

Find Meaningful Work In A Post-Career World [Jason Feifer, Problem Solvers]


Why salespersons should be viewed in a more positively light [Article]:

Helping people realize their visions and dreams. That’s what gets me up in the morning: when I learn about their challenges and solve their problems.

To provide clients with something they need, equip them with new solutions and tools, and then see them succeed is my ultimate driver, and I think that’s why I love sales so much.

5 Sales Experts Explain Why They Love Selling [Paul Petrone, LinkedIn]


Demanding the best from yourself [Video]:

You Have To Do It Now [Ryan Holiday, Daily Stoic]

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