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What are the biggest negative beliefs about money? Does money make you selfish? You Are a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero looks at a couple of examples of subconscious negative beliefs about money. Sincero asserts that many of us share these beliefs, as they’re a common part of societal messaging about money. Let’s discuss these negative beliefs about money and Sincero’s counterarguments for them.
Could AI replace manual labor? Are robot workers more or less expensive than human workers? Large-language-model AI can interpret natural-language commands and convert them into sequences of commands that a robot can execute. This makes it possible to build general-purpose robots that can be told or taught how to do things like human workers—and possibly replace them. Here’s a look at how AI is taking over jobs and who is at risk.
What are Tara Swart’s recommended exercises for fueling the brain? How should you hydrate the brain? As written in The Source, Tara Swart’s exercises are helpful for people who want to fuel the changing brain. Because neuroplastic change takes up so much energy, it’s essential that you provide your brain with the resources it needs to make these changes. Continue reading for Swart’s three exercises.
Were you recently promoted? How do you smoothly transition into a managerial role? Being promoted is a big step in anyone’s career. But it can also be nerve-wracking since you might be worried about messing up in your new position. If you’re becoming a manager for the first time, here are some tips to ease your stress.
What did Elon Musk study in college? Why didn’t he get an advanced degree? How did he become a millionaire? From the start, Elon Musk intuited a path that would align his skills and interests with his later successes in life. He used a solid educational grounding to create not one, but two successful software companies that propelled him to millionaire status. Read more to learn about Elon Musk’s early career.
Should parents apologize when they make mistakes? If so, how? What difference does it make for your children? As a parent, you’re the top role model for your kids. While you’d like to be perfect, you’re not. You might want your kids to think you’re perfect, but that sort of unrealistic perspective harms them more than it helps them. Read more to learn why it’s important for you and your children that you own up to your mistakes and make amends.
What is merger arbitrage? How does a merger impact share values, and how can you use those changes to your advantage? Merger arbitrage is a strategy where investors take advantage of changing share values when one company acquires or merges with a second company. When shareholders receive new shares in a merger, they often sell those shares at a bargain price, creating an opportunity for special-situation investing. Learn more about what merger arbitrage is with these concepts from Joel Greenblatt’s You Can Be a Stock Market Genius.
How are memories formed in the brain? When creating new neural pathways, what factors influence how strong and lasting those memories will be? Creating new neural pathways is the foundational part of how memories are formed in the brain. You can form stronger neural pathways by splitting your learning process into two steps: taking effective notes, and applying active learning strategies like spaced repetition, active recall, and teaching. Read on to learn more about how to supercharge your memory and the two-step method for creating new neural pathways.
What was Elon Musk’s childhood like? How did he start his career? What’s his management style? Walter Isaacson followed Elon Musk around for two years, gaining intimate access to his thoughts and activities. He interviewed those closest to him, including people now cut off from Musk’s circle. Musk exerted no editorial control, letting Isaacson draw his own conclusions. Continue reading for an overview of Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson.
How can we understand body language across cultures? Can you make sure that your use of body language is culturally sensitive? Body language customs are different across cultures, especially in reference to levels of appropriate eye contact and the use of hand gestures. By understanding these differences, you can become more aware of how you’re coming across to others. Read more about the differences between body language cues across cultures.