Freakonomics Radio 419. 68 Ways to Be Better at Life
May 21, 2020
Join Kevin Kelly, the accidental futurist and co-founder of Wired Magazine, as he shares insights from his remarkable career. He argues that enthusiasm often trumps intelligence in forming connections and creativity. Kelly discusses the impact of technology on our lives, emphasizing that improvement is possible through more innovation. He also highlights the importance of embracing criticism and the benefits of napping at work for productivity. Dive into these practical life tips that aim to enhance self-awareness and personal growth.
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Practical Tips
- Don't trust all-purpose glue.
- Put items where you first looked for them, not where you found them.
Enthusiasm's Power
- Enthusiasm is valuable, potentially equivalent to 25 IQ points.
- Enthusiastic people are perceived as smarter, get invited back, and contribute to improvisation.
Writing Enthusiast
- Stephen Dubner shares an anecdote about an editor who called him a 'writing enthusiast'.
- This label, though intended as an insult, resonated with Dubner and highlighted the power of enthusiasm.