Naval There's No Actual Skill Called Business
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Apr 8, 2019 Discover why traditional business skills are misleading and experience reigns supreme. Learn how doing beats watching as each iteration accelerates your learning. A willingness to face daily challenges can lead to significant victories in the long run. This perspective flips conventional business wisdom on its head, urging a deeper dive into practical, hands-on learning instead of outdated classroom theories.
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No "Business" Skill
- There's no real skill called "business"; it's too broad and encompasses many other skills.
- Focus on foundational skills like psychology, ethics, mathematics, and logic instead of general business knowledge.
Self-Education through Reading
- Cultivate a love for reading, including "junk food" reading.
- Focus on self-education and build a strong foundation of knowledge.
Doing > Watching
- Doing is faster than watching or reading for learning.
- Apply knowledge through direct experience, like running a small business.