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Chris Hladczuk@chrishlad · May 28, 2021

I just graduated from Yale and realized how much more there is to learn. But I did uncover 7 lies you've been told…

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Summary

A Yale graduate shares 7 common misconceptions about success and learning, arguing that learning how to learn matters more than subjects, relationships trump networking tactics, successful people build systems rather than rely on willpower, and people should focus on their strengths rather than trying to excel in everything.

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  1. #1

    I just graduated from Yale and realized how much more there is to learn. But I did uncover 7 lies you've been told about the world. Here's the truth🧵

  2. #2

    Lie: The information you learn in school matters. Truth: Learning to learn is more important than any subject you study.

  3. #3

    Lie: Networking is about collecting as many business cards as possible. Truth: You can attract interesting people to you by sharing here on Twitter. Once you do, developing these relationships is the most important thing you can do.

  4. #4

    Lie: Successful people have more willpower. Truth: Successful people build systems to make hard things easier to do.

  5. #5

    Lie: Life is long so don't worry about your career when you're young. Truth: Successful people don't stumble into it. Don't let hope be your plan.

  6. #6

    Lie: College is now worthless because you can learn anything on the internet. Truth: College is where you become the average of the 5 people you surround yourself with. Don't underestimate that energy.

  7. #7

    Lie: Teaching yourself to code is incredibly useful. Truth: If you're below average at programming, you'll never be a great builder. Instead, double down on your strengths by building an audience or getting good at sales.

  8. #8

    Lie: Smart people are smart in all areas. Truth: Many of the smartest people are dumbest outside their area of expertise. Ever try to talk to a computer science major about Russian history? Everyone has their blind spots.

  9. #9

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    Chris Hladczuk@chrishlad · May 28, 2021

    I just graduated from Yale and realized how much more there is to learn. But I did uncover 7 lies you've been told about the world. Here's the truth🧵