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[Studies have shown](http://www.pnas.org/content/106/14/6008.full) auditory memory is typically inferior to visual memory, and while most of us can read for hours, our ability to focus on a speech is more constrained.

A Speech Is Not an Essay

John Coleman

Curiosity: “I wonder what would happen if …” Imagination: “Gee, wouldn’t it be cool if … ?” Drive: “I will not accept ‘no.’ There has got to be a better way!”

Hacking Work

Bill Jensen and Josh Klein

To round out what it means to be cool, throw in the universal truths Don Miguel Ruiz prescribed in his book The Four Agreements: Be impeccable with your word. Don’t take anything personally. Don’t make assumptions. Always do your best.

Hacking Work

Bill Jensen and Josh Klein

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