Decoding Tomorrow: Your Daily Future Inspiration

Thoughts, stories and ideas about tomorrow from Futurist Jim Carroll. Sent each workday since August 2016.

Busy vs. Better

"Don't fall to the pressure of having to do more. Just try to do better." - Futurist Jim Carroll It's Monday! And if you are like most people, you are waking up to a long list of things you think you NEED to accomplish.

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Art of the Pivot

The Art of the Infinite Pivot #22 - Don't Wait

You are probably like most people - you're going to wait. For the 'perfect moment' when 'the time is right.' And with that, you fall behind.

Art of the Pivot

The Art of the Infinite Pivot #21 - The Value of Niche Expertise

The “Infinite Pivot” isn’t just about moving to the next thing. It’s about recognizing the massive value of the distance you’ve already traveled.

Art of the Pivot

The Art of the Infinite Pivot - Hard Work & Success

Hardship is where your expertise is forged. Success is where it is strengthened.

Art of the Pivot

The Art of the Infinite Pivot #19 - Expertise & Knowledge

The Infinite Pivot - changing at speed - requires a constant infusion of new "mental software." If you only talk to people who agree with you, you aren't pivoting, you’re just spinning in circles.

Art of the Pivot

The Art of the Infinite Pivot #18 - Wins and Losses

When you stop letting the scoreboard of wins and losses define your identity, you gain the ultimate freedom: the freedom to pivot without stress.

Art of the Pivot

The Art of the Infinite Pivot #17 - Reputation

In my 36-year voyage, I’ve learned that the Infinite Pivot is only possible if you plan to make sure your reputation is one of your most important assets.