A few months ago, it seemed like everyone was asking about Bitcoin (and many were investing heavily). While it's still a common topic of discussion, the sentiment has definitely flattened out.
Making sense of cryptocurrencies is tough. There are over 1000 currencies out there – and the list is growing. But it isn't just about first-mover advantages or features. You have to consider government policies and regulations, and a host of other issues.
Consequently, it's hard to recommend putting money in any coin, as an investment.
Trading is a different conversation.
There is a lot of momentum and interest in this space. If it seems worth learning more, here's an infographic on some of the more notable currencies.
Each currency has it's own strengths and weaknesses, but I stay much more bullish on the underlying technologies (like Blockchain) than any individual coin.
I love books … bookshelf after bookshelf confirms that (I’ve even read most of them!)
So far, however, none of the books on those shelves were written by me.
Not surprisingly, it’s a lot easier to read one than write one.
The Internet makes being a bestseller seem easy, and writing the book even easier. It feels like everyone and their mother has a book.
But it’s not that easy.
After reading several posts on writing books, listening to experts, talking with friends that have written them, I’ve tried a lot of different approaches. I’ve transcribed speeches and presentations, I’ve chronicled dozens of stories on key points, etc. I've used book writing software, voice transcription services, grammar checkers, and even text expansion software, trying to make it easier.
I've spent more time not writing a book than many successful authors spent from start to finish.
Technology makes most things easier and faster … but, whether we’re talking about writing a book or a trading algorithm, at some point, you realize that it’s not enough to use tools, you also have to know how to use them.
If you don’t have the right skills and knowledge, tools only help you create garbage faster.
That is where Tucker Max and Book in a Box come in ... When it's time to write your book, they can help.
Tucker Max has written 4 Best Sellers (for himself) with 3 on the Best Sellers’ List at the same time.
Here is an interview I did with Tucker about the book-writing process, and why it can be hard, even for very smart people, to write a book.
Getting old is tough, and it gets tougher the older you get. As a result, finding your 'reasons for being' and joy in life becomes even more important.
Many people (all over the world) struggle to get up in the morning.
There's a Japanese concept called Ikigai that may help.
Finding your "reason to be" and living with purpose is a key to making the most of your time.
The graphic highlights something interesting (yet almost counter-intuitive) ... When two areas intersect, it creates a something positive (e.g., a passion or a mission). However, where three areas intersect, it creates a pain point (for example it could be what you're good at, you love doing it, the world needs it ... but it doesn't make you any money – so now you're struggling).
Worth examining and thinking about for a bit.
On a related note, here is a TEDx talk about the 9 common diet and lifestyle habits that help people live past 100.
What Are The Most Notable Cryptocurrencies?
A few months ago, it seemed like everyone was asking about Bitcoin (and many were investing heavily). While it's still a common topic of discussion, the sentiment has definitely flattened out.
Making sense of cryptocurrencies is tough. There are over 1000 currencies out there – and the list is growing. But it isn't just about first-mover advantages or features. You have to consider government policies and regulations, and a host of other issues.
Consequently, it's hard to recommend putting money in any coin, as an investment.
Trading is a different conversation.
There is a lot of momentum and interest in this space. If it seems worth learning more, here's an infographic on some of the more notable currencies.
nickwb via Reddit
Each currency has it's own strengths and weaknesses, but I stay much more bullish on the underlying technologies (like Blockchain) than any individual coin.
What about you?
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