Why Adaptability is the Master Skill

You and I are alive today not because our ancestors were the smartest or strongest species, but because they were able to adapt to their environments.

It took 50 years for telephones to reach 50 million homes.

It took 20 year for a TV to be in 50 million homes.

It took 7 years for 50 million people to be Internet users.

ChatGPT reached 100 M users in 8 weeks.

Adapting to our environments has always been important.

But it's never been so urgent.

My keynote speech focuses on effectively managing change, adopting a healthy mental framework, and a unique approach to rapid learning.

Stop Battling Over Slices

People tend to view negotiation as a zero-sum battle to "win."

Another way is to see it as a collaboration more than a competition.

It usually ends up working great for all parties. Better to have a small slice of a huge pie than a huge slice of nothing.

3 Habits Every Expert Agrees On (That Most People Still Ignore)

When smart, credible experts disagree, I pay attention to where they align. Here are three self-improvement practices that nearly everyone agrees on:

Sleep is a force multiplier

Prioritize it. Stop glorifying sleep deprivation. The benefits of quality sleep are immediate and well-documented.

Drink more water

Many bodily functions depend on proper hydration. A good rule of thumb: half your body weight in ounces daily.

Meditate

Most people feel real benefits from some form of meditation or mindfulness. There are many styles—find one that works for you. The simplest is to set a timer for 2-3 minutes and simply "watch" your thoughts without judgement.