Focus is the best friend of productivity. A fundamental work we can do to stay focused is to de-clutter our brain. Always be aware of stress and sleep level. Remember an un-distracting environment is necessary. Deal with interruptions effectively.

It is very inspiring to learn time management from system admins (SAs) because we share the same challenges such as endless interruptions, simultaneous projects, and rush requests. SAs’ principles of time management may solve your problem of time management.

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There are several keywords and templates of sentences that can help you influence people. For example, a sentence like “I’m not sure it’s for you, but” is a non-intrusive recommendation. Saying “are you open-minded to do something” can encourage people to do something.

PMF refers to the degree to which a product meets strong market demand. How does user growth begin with PMF? Start with the simplest viable product and improve based on user feedback; use the data and information obtained to support the enhancement of PMF; understand customer needs as early as possible; find answers using the Socratic method.

Leading a company from good to great is equivalent to driving a massive flywheel to achieve breakthroughs through the following three factors: disciplined and well-trained people; disciplined and well-trained thoughts; disciplined and well-trained actions.

Leading a company to leap from good to great is like pushing a giant flywheel to breakthrough. Disciplined people, disciplined thought and disciplined action are indispensable.

How to find your growth hack? Ryan Holiday has some advice for you. Target a few hundred or a thousand key people, not millions. Do not target all people - target the right people. Focus on new user sign-ups instead of awareness. Use growth techniques.

How to attract and nurture seed users? Here are some points to consider: Target a few hundred or a thousand key individuals, rather than millions; focus on the right people, not everyone; concentrate on new user registrations (acquisition) rather than brand awareness; growth hacking = marketing + engineering.

According to Ryan Holiday, to begin with PMF, we need to start with MVP and evolve with feedback, use data and information to back PMF, understand the needs of customers as early as possible and develop answers with the Socrates method.