It isn't enough to think outside the box. Thinking is passive. Get used to acting outside the box.
Tim FerrissRead
I'm not a big believer in long-term planning and far-off goals. In fact, I generally set 3-month and 6-month dreamlines. The variables change too much and in-the-future distance becomes an excuse for postponing action.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Tim Ferriss advocates for setting shorter-term goals to avoid procrastination and to adapt to changing circumstances.
In this quote, Tim Ferriss emphasizes the importance of focusing on short-term objectives rather than getting caught up in distant goals that may hinder action. He suggests that longer time frames can lead to procrastination, as circumstances are always changing, thus promoting a mindset that values immediate steps towards one's aspirations.
Themes
PlanningGoalsActionMotivationShort-Term
In practice
Example use cases
In a career workshop, to inspire participants to take action on their career goals.
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