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Mar 10 13 tweets 2 min read
76% of people feel nervous before a job interview.

But with ChatGPT, you can practice like a pro. Here’s how:

1/ Role-Specific Interview:

Prompt: Image "Act as a [specific job title] interviewer. Ask 5 questions that test the candidate’s [specific skills] and provide feedback on their answers. Tailor follow-ups based on their responses to assess cultural fit and problem-solving abilities."

2/ Behavioral Interview Practice:
Mar 9 11 tweets 2 min read
I’ve learned more in 1 month with ChatGPT-4o than years of courses.

Here are 8 prompts that can save you thousands of dollars:

1/ Skill-Specific Learning

Prompt: Image "I want to learn [insert skill]. Act as a professional tutor and create a customized learning plan, including resources, exercises, and milestones. Break down the skill into manageable steps and provide actionable advice for progress."

2/ Learning Guide

Prompt:
Feb 14 10 tweets 2 min read
Sam Altman’s Life Advice—You Need to Hear This

Some advice hits differently.

Let me share it with you—it might give you a new perspective. 👇
credit: B. Lang Image 1/ Relationships come first.

• Don’t put your family, friends, or significant other low on your priority list.
• Deep friendships > lots of acquaintances.
• Stay connected with old friends—they matter more than you realize.
• Cut out negativity. Life’s too short for toxic people.
Feb 13 7 tweets 2 min read
I read Atomic Habits a year ago, and it changed my life.

12 powerful lessons everyone should know: Image ⤷ Focus on Identity-Based Habits, Not Just Goals

Think about who you want to be, not just what you want to achieve. I started by focusing on becoming someone who prioritizes growth, not just hitting targets.
Feb 6 9 tweets 2 min read
Work-life balance is outdated.

It assumes work and life are separate.

In reality, they blend together.

That’s why work-life integration is the real goal.

Here’s how you can create a healthy, sustainable system: Image 1️⃣ Set Boundaries

Define your work hours and stick to them.

If your day ends at 5 PM, don’t check emails at 8 PM.

Your time outside work matters just as much as your time inside work.
Nov 30, 2024 13 tweets 3 min read
ChatGPT is a master negotiator.

But most people don't know how to use it.

Let me show you 10 prompts I use for negotiations: Image 1/ Mastering Business Contracts

Prompt:

"Act as a negotiation expert guiding a business owner in securing a favorable contract. Provide key strategies, psychological tactics, and negotiation scripts for both verbal and written communication. The context: [Insert Scenario]. What's the optimal approach?"
Nov 26, 2024 11 tweets 2 min read
I turned ChatGPT into my personal tutor and now I can learn anything I want in just minutes.

These are the prompts I use daily for education: Image 1. Skill-Specific Learning

"I want to learn [insert skill]. Act as a professional tutor and create a customized learning plan, including resources, exercises, and milestones. Break down the skill into manageable steps and provide actionable advice for progress."
Nov 25, 2024 11 tweets 3 min read
The life you want is 365 days away.

Let’s start building it today: Image 1. No one is coming to save you.

The sooner you realize this, the better.

Your life is YOUR responsibility.

Complaining won’t fix anything. Action will.

Your transformation starts when you stop blaming external factors and take control of your choices.
Nov 24, 2024 14 tweets 2 min read
The 10 Rules of IKIGAI:

The Japanese Secrets To a Long and Happy Life. Image The curious never stop growing.

If you want to thrive, start exploring.

The Curiosity Journal delivers experiments, insights, and tools to fuel your success.

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Nov 21, 2024 12 tweets 2 min read
The 5/25 Rule: Improve Your Focus and Success Rate

Let me tell you about a simple yet life-changing framework called the 5/25 Rule, inspired by Warren Buffett.

It’ll help you stop overthinking, overcome FOMO, and focus on what really matters.

Here’s how it works (and how you can use it today):
👇Image We all know Buffett and his late partner, Charlie Munger—legends in investing and decision-making.
One of their secret weapons? Mental models.
Nov 20, 2024 13 tweets 3 min read
The Secret Life of People with High Self-Control

It's Easier Than You Think

🧵👇 Image Ever wonder how some people effortlessly maintain healthy habits, resist junk/fast food, or stay productive without burnout?

Here’s the secret: It’s not about resisting temptation.

Let’s explore the science of self-control and why it’s easier than you think.
Nov 12, 2024 7 tweets 2 min read
I just read this book called "The Diary of a CEO," and it changed everything I thought I knew about success.

20 life-changing lessons I learned from this book you must know: Image 1. Authenticity isn’t optional:

People can sense when you're not being real, and they’ll tune out.

2. If you don’t ask, you don’t get:

The opportunities we want are often just one bold question away.

3. Perfection is a mask for fear:

Waiting for "perfect" kills more dreams than failure ever could.
Nov 6, 2024 8 tweets 2 min read
Top performers aren't just magically more productive.

They're using these 6 techniques:

Credit to @georgestern for this powerful cheat sheet! Image Eisenhower

What: Prioritize tasks
When: Weekly for bigger tasks, daily for immediate

Why: We often start with busy work because it's easiest - but it’s least important

How: Put all tasks into 1 of 4 quadrants:

- Urgent and important: do now
- Not urgent but important: schedule
- Urgent but not important: delegate
- Not urgent or important: delete
Nov 5, 2024 12 tweets 2 min read
Most people’s best ideas die in their heads.

Here’s how to avoid that trap: Image 1/ Speed Kills Doubt

The longer you wait, the more doubts creep in. "Is this even a good idea?" "Am I ready?" But here’s the truth: You’ll never be ready. The fastest way to silence those doubts is to just start.
Nov 2, 2024 7 tweets 2 min read
I read Atomic Habits a year ago and it changed my life.

12 powerful lessons everyone should know: Image ⤷ Focus on Identity-Based Habits, Not Just Goals

Think about who you want to be, not just what you want to achieve. I started by focusing on becoming someone who prioritizes growth, not just hitting targets.
Nov 1, 2024 10 tweets 2 min read
Stop waiting for the "perfect" moment.

It doesn’t exist.

Every time you wait, you’re wasting an opportunity.

No more excuses.
Just start.

Here are 8 reasons to take action today: Image 1) The perfect time is a myth.
- Waiting for the right moment? It’s just an excuse.
- Start where you are, with what you have.
Nov 1, 2024 10 tweets 2 min read
Want to become a successful person?

Here's what to do 🧵 Image 1. The Books You Read

Books are conversations with great minds. They’ll expose you to ideas, strategies, and insights you’d never find otherwise.

• Start: Commit to 10 pages a day.
• Choose books that expand your perspective, not just confirm what you know.
Oct 31, 2024 9 tweets 3 min read
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Oct 26, 2024 17 tweets 3 min read
Some say The 48 Laws of Power is manipulative, others say it’s the key to success.

Here are its 48 laws in short: 🧵 Image 1. Never outshine the master. Make those above you feel secure in their power.

2. Never put too much trust in friends; use enemies. Friends are quick to betray; ex-enemies have more to prove.

3. Conceal your intentions. Always keep others guessing about your next move.
Oct 20, 2024 12 tweets 3 min read
ChatGPT-4o is a GENIUS stock trader.

Let me show you 10 best prompts to use for stock trading and investing:

(Save this for later) Image 1/ Market Analysis:

"Analyze the current trends in the stock market, focusing on [input sector or stock]. Identify any emerging patterns and suggest potential investment opportunities. Consider recent earnings reports and industry news in your analysis."
Oct 3, 2024 12 tweets 3 min read
🔥 Procrastination is a silent killer of dreams.

But here’s the truth: You don’t need more motivation, you need better methods.

Here’s how to STOP procrastinating and start moving forward with simple, effective strategies

👇🧵 Image 1/ The "5-Second Rule" for Action

The moment you feel the urge to procrastinate, count backward from 5.

5... 4... 3... 2... 1... Go.

This 5-Second Rule interrupts hesitation and primes you for action before your brain can stop you.

It’s a powerful trigger to get moving.