Freakonomics Radio 507. 103 Pieces of Advice That May or May Not Work
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Jun 16, 2022 
Kevin Kelly, a senior maverick at Wired Magazine and an optimistic tech visionary, shares his unique perspectives on life. He discusses the intricate relationship between luck and success, urging listeners to embrace the unexpected. Kelly offers invaluable parenting tips while advocating for optimism in relationships. He humorously explores the idea of living for a thousand years, reflecting on how such longevity could transform our values. Plus, he dives into blockchain's promised future, suggesting it could be as revolutionary as the early internet.
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Finding the 10%
- Even if you dislike something, keep trying to find the 10% you might enjoy.
- Approach things with open-mindedness and give them multiple chances.
Reference Checks
- To get honest references on job applicants, ask for enthusiastic recommendations only.
- Silence implies a negative assessment.
Candy Road Trip
- To manage kids' road trip behavior, toss out a piece of candy each time they misbehave.
- This leverages loss aversion.
