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Mentioned in 26 episodes
Hell Yeah or No
What's Worth Doing
Book • 2020
This book by Derek Sivers is a collection of short, concise chapters offering practical wisdom on decision-making, prioritization, and living a fulfilling life.
The central philosophy is that one should only commit to things that elicit a 'hell yeah' response, and say 'no' to everything else.
This approach helps in avoiding burnout and ensuring time and energy are dedicated to the most important and exciting activities.
The book covers themes such as what’s worth doing, fixing faulty thinking, and making things happen, providing numerous mental models and life lessons to apply in daily life.
The central philosophy is that one should only commit to things that elicit a 'hell yeah' response, and say 'no' to everything else.
This approach helps in avoiding burnout and ensuring time and energy are dedicated to the most important and exciting activities.
The book covers themes such as what’s worth doing, fixing faulty thinking, and making things happen, providing numerous mental models and life lessons to apply in daily life.
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Mentioned in 26 episodes
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Jason Fried for its impact on his and David's decision-making process, using the "Hell Yeah or No" framework.
Jason Fried for its impact on his and David's decision-making process, using the "Hell Yeah or No" framework.
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Derek Sivers as his next book, focusing on decision-making using a simple yes/no approach.
Derek Sivers as his next book, focusing on decision-making using a simple yes/no approach.
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Jonathan Courtney as a very insightful chapter from the book teaches that there are always more than two options.
Jonathan Courtney as a very insightful chapter from the book teaches that there are always more than two options.
A decision-making theory that changed my life + business
Mentioned by Emily P. Freeman as the author of the concept "if it isn't a hell yes, it's a no."
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