👨🏫 A valuable lesson from a wise teacher!
Aug 26, 2023 2:31 pm
A teacher once asked her students to each write their name on a single balloon.
She then had the students release their balloons into the small classroom so that they were all jumbled.
The teacher then told the students they had 60 seconds to find their balloon.
But none were able to do so.
The teacher then told the students to take the first balloon they grabbed and give it to the person whose name was on it.
Within seconds, everyone had their balloon, and the teacher concluded,
“The balloons represent your happiness. If you pursue your own happiness, you may not find it. But if you help other people find their happiness, you will find your own.”
The story shows us that if we help other people be happy, we can also be happy.
Just like the students found their balloons when they helped each other, we can also find happiness when we make others happy, but not at the expense of our own happiness.
This is a good reminder that being kind and caring can bring us real happiness.
So how can you be kind today?
📙 BOOK RECOMMENDATION OF THE WEEK
TED Talks: The Official TED Guide to Public Speaking by Chris Anderson
This public speaking gem by Chris Anderson is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their public speaking skills. I thought I was a good public speaker, but this book showed me that I could do a lot better. Here are five key takeaways from the book:
1. Ideas Are Powerful: The book stresses that a successful TED Talk is not just about giving information; it is also about sharing a powerful idea.
Anderson says that it is important to focus on the main point and build a story around it. A strong idea can spark interest, get people involved, and even lead to change.
2. Structure Is Important: Anderson introduces the idea of the "Hero's Journey" as a way to tell a story and give a good speech.
He suggests a structure with three parts: an introduction to the idea at the beginning, evidence and examples to back up the idea in the middle, and a call to action or a revelation at the end. This structure helps people tell stories that are clear and interesting.
3. Authenticity and Connection: Anderson talks a lot about how important it is to be real and make a real connection with the audience.
He tells speakers to be themselves, tell personal stories, and show vulnerability when the situation calls for it. This method makes it easier for people to trust and connect with the speaker.
4. Practice and Preparation: The book stresses how important it is to practice and prepare well.
Anderson tells speakers to do a lot of practice, improve their content, and get used to their material. Even though memorizing is discouraged, speakers can be more confident and flexible on stage if they know the material well.
5. Visual Aids and Slides: Anderson gives tips on how to use visuals in presentations effectively.
He suggests that you do not use slides with a lot of text and instead use high-quality images that go with what you are saying. Visuals should emphasize key points, make people feel something, and give context without being too much.
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🎧 THE PODCAST EPISODE RECOMMENDATION OF THE WEEK.
The Colin and Samir Show: How Ali Abdaal makes $5,741,266.32 a year on YouTube
Summary:
In this episode of The Colin and Samir Show, Colin and Samir interview one of my favourite YouTubers of all time, Ali Abdaal.
They talk about how to monetize your content online, an easy way to create content consistently, life lessons Ali has learned from Youtube after being there for more than 5 years, and a lot more really valuable stuff.
I’m sure you’ll enjoy it!
🎥 YOUTUBE VIDEO OF THE WEEK
How to Make Millions in Your 20s | Ali Abdaal
I really enjoyed this simple and straightforward video by Ali Abdaal on how to make money. It’s a really great place to start for anyone looking be begin their journey to financial independence.
Here’s a summary of the video:
1. Set Clear Financial Freedom Goals:
This point was inspired by "The 4-Hour Workweek." The point here is to realize that financial success doesn't require traditional paths.
You can instead choose to define a clear goal for financial freedom and understand the importance of pursuing it intentionally.
2. Pick and choose your online influences:
Even if your physical peers do not share your financial goals, surround yourself with things that do.
Consuming relevant books, podcasts, and videos can make you feel like you are around people who think like you do.
3. Build multiple streams of income:
You can either start a business in services, products, or content.
But your goal should be to start small, learn, adapt, and iterate. Also, realize the importance of learning and look for ways to do so, like books and business coaching.
4. Balance Action and Learning:
Even though action is important, you should also spend time learning. You don’t have to reinvent the wheel; you can benefit from existing knowledge.
Continuous learning helps businesses grow and improve their strategies.
5. Embrace the spirit of entrepreneurship:
Begin your entrepreneurial journey early.
Pursue online opportunities, cultivate a passion for business, and channel your energy into endeavors that align with your aspirations.
👨💻 COURSE RECOMMENDATION OF THE WEEK
If you are looking to get more customers for your business, this course is absolutely for you! It’s a total game-changer created by entrepreneur Alex Hormozi. And YES, IT IS FREE! Believe me, you’ll not regret taking it!
✍️ QUOTE OF THE WEEK
“Do not wait for the perfect time and place to enter, for you are already onstage.” - Unknown
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