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For example, everyone knew they inherited 50 percent of their genes from their mother, and the other half from their father, right? Well, no. HLI’s initial findings indicated that most humans introduced at least 50,000 entirely fresh and unknown rungs into their personal DNA, about 8,500 of which had never been seen in any other individual thus far sequenced. Bloom called this the Wheel of Fortune, because the new genes were utterly new and random mutations. True, they constituted only a small percentage of your total DNA—nevertheless, the shift could introduce entirely new proteins. Maybe they would throw a wrench in your genes, or maybe they would make you smarter or stronger. There was no way of knowing. That was how the evolutionary lottery worked; that was why species evolved slowly, and why each of us is as different as a newly fallen snowflake.
Immortality, Inc.
Chip Walter
We also try to measure the strength of our culture through regular employee surveys by asking employees whether they agree or disagree with statements such as: I believe that the company has a higher purpose beyond just profits. My role at Zappos has a real purpose—it is more than just a job. I feel that I am in control of my career path and that I am progressing in my personal and professional development at Zappos. I consider my co-workers to be like my family and friends. I am very happy in my job.
Delivering Happiness
Tony Hsieh
The Action Paradox
Sometimes inaction is the most powerful action.
Bias for action is a common trait of highly-successful people.
But don't confuse movement with action—a rocking chair moves, but it doesn’t progress.
Action is about progress. Stillness—inaction—can create it.
These Paradoxes Will Cha...
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