Brian Lamb @blambroll Twitter profile

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

1 year

@palan57 @SecCardona This argument gets even stronger now that it is clear that no one can say what job skills are required even just 5 years from now.

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@Knipps A gift

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@buffys Education does not kill creativity.

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5 years

@david_perell The future is already here. 3 has already happened. But great teaching isn't scalable online that way. Supporting other teachers and developing better material is:

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Brian Lamb

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@meekaale The modern challenge is that subjective experience is even more pervasive. It is harder to escape, because how you are different is almost always normal somewhere on the internet. Finding that object that truly differentiates you and makes you conscious is harder than ever.

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Such a raw, emotional story behind how @humansofny got started. That isolation and feeling of being constantly questioned is so familiar, but so rarely shared with such vulnerability. I choked up. Thanks Brandon & @tferriss for this

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

It has become far too socially rewarding to spread pessimistic memes about our system of education. We need to start rebuilding the case for optimism.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

7 months

I am proud to introduce Mirror - @swivl ’s newest platform aimed to realize the potential of reflection in classrooms through AI.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

6 months

@MrDanielBuck The skill it teaches beyond the content - to pay attention to what someone says and learn how to understand what they mean - is not presently valued. We're suffering substantially as a society for not valuing it and should try to change that.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

1 year

I spent a summer a long time ago mathematically modeling the swimming motion of dolphins. The huge amount of thrust they can generate defied our simplistic models at the time. Surely it’ll get figured out soon.

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@BrianRoemmele

1 year

A high speed technology masted millions of years ago. Humans will replicate nature and do this gravitationally.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

5 years

@BrianNorgard Yes, this only happens once you've gone to burning man too.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

@mkobach Tools that help people train control of their own attention.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

26 days

@rebelEducator False choice. Very few hate it forever. And most get the added benefit of realizing they could learn something they weren’t initially interested in - one of the most important skills you need to learn to self author.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

1 year

Here's @arlenbitsky doing the very first demo ever of our soon to revealed hardware companion to @getfocusable .

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

Was causally wearing my @getfocusable shirt while traveling home. A woman asked to take a picture of it to send to her son with ADHD. She said she tells him that he’s focusable to build up his mindset and it really helps. I promised we’d ship her a shirt! #optimalist

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

5 years

@eriktorenberg Beyond prestige and education - universities address a need no other entrant has addressed. The need for a safe space after high school for young adults to mature independently, fail and explore who they are and what they want to do. The majority need this, not the minority.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

6 years

@shaycarl I got mine the other day. They fit great and look awesome!

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

6 years

"Truly listening to each other defines connectedness. Not just sharing. But humans have never been very good at listening to each other. And so far, technology hasn’t changed this."

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

6 months

"I think that that is a meta awareness that needs to develop as we are interacting with these increasingly seductive and powerful tools." @tferriss

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

1 year

@jonbecker @jerseyjazzman Phones/socials diminish kids ability to focus and their resilience to challenge. So of course they’ll identify the things that still require focus and resilience as the source of their problems. But that doesn’t change where the real problem is.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 months

@ashleevance They are the survivors. We'd have more highly productive people without games.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

4 years

@sarthakgh I'd love to see an article written that goes through every single Lambda critique, but applied to a specific mid-tier university.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

8 months

@ZachStoryX @MrDanielBuck Simplistic rejection of authority is no better than simplistic acceptance of it.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

13 days

@shriyanevatia How to never self-transform.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

4 years

@villi The usual methods for managing CNY are hiding it so far. Most companies build up some modest inventory buffer through this period as resuming production after CNY is predictably rocky. In 1-2 months those buffers will diminish and we'll start really seeing what's going on.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

Excited to get the first cohort of @getfocusable beta tester's started tomorrow. Huge thanks to everyone in our #optimalist community to help us reach this milestone. We hope this is the beginning of a new era for our attention.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 months

@Philosophi_Cat The only real test of intelligence is getting what you want from life.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

1 year

It’s pretty much pure joy watching reading start to click for my son.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 months

My dad was part of the team at Kodak that launched the first satellite to photograph the back side of the moon.

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@Rainmaker1973

2 months

No one, presently, sees the Moon rotate like this. That's because it's tidally locked to the Earth, showing us only one side. But thanks to the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter, this virtual rotation movie has been composed.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

4 years

@kcoleman The most excellent and exhaustive lists of resources I've seen is from @hnshah here: .

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 months

@dvassallo The destruction of the blade and arbor are the worst parts of this design. Entirely unnecesary and just bad engineering.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

Soon @getfocusable will be thought of as the Seinfeld of apps. With our upcoming rest feature, we will ask you to do nothing. Specifically, we’ll ask you to do nothing for a certain amount of time. Daily. And like Seinfeld, it’ll amount to a lot more than nothing.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

1 year

Every answer to the question “how will I ever use this?” has been rendered mute. AI can do any skill a student will be asked to learn, instantly. We need to develop entirely new motivators for kids to learn and grow, and help them resist the impulse for the easy path.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 months

Some customers have asked us whether Mirror can handle the abuse of a classroom. Don't worry. We've got you covered...

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

Thankfully @Scandela9 allowed me to join the club. #optimalist

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

4 years

The reason why being data-driven is a fallacy, is because we still don't know how to measure everything that matters.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

After reading the latest viral thread about how to “fix” education, it’s clear there is one thing almost everyone outside of education gets wrong. Great teaching isn’t about great content, it’s about great attention management.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

What if the answers we seek are actually inside the box? What if we too quickly jump outside the box? Constraints are the mother of invention, as they say. The honest truth of this, is that there is far more space inside the box to explore than you think if you just focus on it.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

1 year

@AdamSinger Boredom is the mother of all invention.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

1 year

Just in case it wasn't obvious we are committed to this whole focus thing, we're building dedicated hardware to help make group collaboration better too. We're provisionally calling it the Pulse. Starting to share more here today:

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

The most focused dog I’ve ever known. RIP Copper.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 months

@dvassallo I worked on developing the competitive tech. None of that is necessary. It’s just not good engineering.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

7 months

Exciting day! We are unveiling our newest project today. It’s taken several years of development, many trials and tribulations, and more than a little last-minute creative reinvention. Thanks to the whole @swivl team for getting us to the finish line.

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Brian Lamb

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8 months

Memorization is good, actually. It’s the basis of enjoyment in music, art, and language. And as a learning method, it builds the regulation skills that help you do hard things. Like anything, it just needs to be applied with a goal in mind.

Prof. Feynman

@ProfFeynman

8 months

Memorization is not learning. 🧠

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Brian Lamb

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1 year

@Carnage4Life Being there when things scale is very different from creating things that scale.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

7 months

We've done the hard part - making the hardware. Mirror is available today to buy and use. Our launch campaign is designed to provide early access to all schools, and partner with educators to refine the experience.

Brian Lamb

@blambroll

7 months

I am proud to introduce Mirror - @swivl ’s newest platform aimed to realize the potential of reflection in classrooms through AI.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

6 years

@shaycarl Rice krispies

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

1 month

@andersonbcdefg @max_spero_ Yes, the best single mind still has known weaknesses we can engineer around. The only question is how much better.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

@andy4edu @slava__bobrov @rockatscientist Just the nanobots from the COVID vaccine. Pay no attention.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

Taking an embarrassing step backward is often the best path forward.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

Focus is the deliberate practice that brings the imbalance you need.

Adam Grant

@AdamMGrant

2 years

Feeling unsteady is not a sign of instability. It's often a path to progress. Standing still feels secure, but gaining momentum to move forward requires tilt or sway. Walking is controlled falling. Being in equilibrium breeds comfort. Feeling off balance leads to growth.

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Brian Lamb

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7 months

What kind of possibilities does automating reflection with AI open up in education? Here’s 6 we’re thinking about: 1 - Step changes in ability to explain thinking and work 2 - Radically improved student goal setting skills 3 - More intrinsically motivated learning than ever 4 -

Brian Lamb

@blambroll

7 months

I am proud to introduce Mirror - @swivl ’s newest platform aimed to realize the potential of reflection in classrooms through AI.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

It is possible for the device in your hands to aid your attention, not just distract from it. @getfocusable

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

6 years

The best way to refine your messaging is to hear at least 100 objections to your first draft, then figure out how to overcome them.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

1 year

Looking forward to meeting everyone at @UConn tomorrow!

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

8 months

@BenjiNaesen @R_Loeppenthin It all makes sense if his only goal was to neuter Roglic's ability to demonstrate he was worthy of TDF leadership. Roglic also makes sense through that lens - its possible he didn't care about winning the Vuelta, he just wanted the chance to show he could be better than Jonas.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

3 years

My son has gotten into cycling and he has more than a few 8+ mile days under his belt - he turns four tomorrow.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

3 years

This is a big step in a major new direction for @swivl that will be unfolding in the next few weeks.

Synth

@gosynth

3 years

📢 Today, we are excited to introduce a new focus for Synth: Connection with intention. Our goal is to give educators, students, & administrators a way to build stronger relationships within their school - through coaching conversations. Read more:

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

Hard to contain my excitement for the things we have planned on @getfocusable over the next few months. Gotta stay focused on shipping. If only there was a tool to help me...oh, wait 🤌

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

I just got in 30 minutes of reading this morning thanks to the help of a @getfocusable Progression to avoid distraction. Today’s book is @EBalcetis Clearer, Closer, Better.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

4 years

Proud to announce that we just launched the @synthdotaudio "audio-letter". Get condensed highlights on trending and important topics from podcasts, delivered to your inbox. Sign up here:

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

Warsaw is beautiful. Learning about its destruction and subsequent rebuilding was enlightening. Doing this while standing next to my Ukrainian friends and team members who are currently experiencing the same devastation makes it a hell of a lot more than just a history lesson.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

I’ve never regretted doing the work. Whether it was easy or hard, quick or excessively long, for me or for someone else, for a worthy cause or for a wasted one, for good pay or nothing at all…it was never for nothing. Something was always gained as long as I paid attention.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

3 years

I'm proud to announce...that we have not raised any money, but we are building some really cool and meaningful new things.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

1 year

This is maybe the best demonstration I’ve ever seen of how changing your focus changes your perception of reality. Now let’s teach how to map this lesson back onto something “boring”.

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@SoTechBro

1 year

1. If your eyes follow the movement of the rotating pink dot, you will only see one color, pink. 2. Green Catastrophe: If you stare at the black + in the center, the moving dot turns to green. 3. Reality Shatter: Now, concentrate on the black + in the center of the picture.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

@Scandela9 you will not get me to play your poetry games refrigerator

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 months

Working on some accessories. A wall mount, a carrying bag, etc.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

Brian here from NY! Founder of Swivl. Ready to #RelationSHIFT !

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

4 years

We're excited to launch something new today at @swivl . A peer coaching network for tech. Lemme know what you think!

SkilledSpace

@SkilledSpace

4 years

We are pleased to announce the launch of - an online community for peer technology coaching. It was developed to help teachers overcome technical skill gaps for any challenge 🚀 (a thread)

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Brian Lamb

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@noampomsky Construct development framework for me is far more explanatory than enneagram:

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

The reason why the guidance to “follow your passions” fails us - particularly in education - is that it provides the excuse to avoid focusing on anything other than what you are immediately interested in. Whole worlds of potential and joy are being denied as a result.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

5 years

Excited to start sharing where @gosynth is heading next: “Think of Synth 2.0 like ‘Pinterest for podcasts.’ It transforms podcasts into collections of topic-based clips that help you gather inspiration and customize your listening experience.”

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Brian Lamb

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3 years

In some ways it feels like we are returning to our roots again - to where we started with @RecapThat - with a focus on connection instead over social. Something we feel has only become more important over time. Excited to resume this journey.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

One of the earlier motivations for building @getfocusable came from the realization that AI is diminishing the control of our attention. It’s already started. We think of Focusable as an AI safety solution in addition to an educational tool. #optimalist

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

@plugusin I might humbly suggest that being required to focus while struggling a bit to figure out relevance for yourself is a good thing - it sharpens one’s ability to focus. And focus is a skill we need to nurture now more than ever before.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

Realizing that I need just as much help making sure I include time to relax everyday as I do for focus - and the same methods apply.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

1 year

Just read that our US teacher shortage is approaching 1M out of the 3.3M that are needed. I know things are bad...but is that right? Insane if true.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

Meditation may not be for everyone. But pretty much everyone could benefit from making sure they take 10-15 minutes of time a day without engaging in anything, with a few deep breaths thrown in.

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@blambroll

1 year

I just stood in the sun and did nothing for 5 minutes. My thinking has settled down and I feel less anxious. I would never have done it without the motivation @getfocusable provides.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

1 year

Here’s the break room of activities I’ve built for myself to use whenever I need in @getfocusable .

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

4 years

@hunterwalk @BearNotesApp @1Password is super easy to use and takes the stress out of password management.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

5 years

@gosynth @andy4edu @fortworthjasso @ThirdGradeClass @jlessard32 @MHMSFinney @mrserinjewell @DoakShannon @MrBronke @SteinbrinkLaura @Rdene915 I am excited for this!

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

A1: By focusing on the problem at hand instead of larger goals or outcomes. #resiliencechat

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

1 year

I just recharged with @getfocusable for 12 minutes - swapped in some power breathing (coming soon) instead of box breathing - and now am feeling recovered and ready to dive in and finish a few UI mock-ups tonight.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

@Scandela9 @EleanorHigus @TeriRubinoff @SteinbrinkLaura @NSchwartzTech @TMus_Ed @Resonance_Ed @msmorgannedrama @mcdonald_kecia @coachthomastech @SturmDon @KeithPiccard Solid choice. Should be a great addition!

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

The threat of AI isn't from lethal robots, it is on our ability to think independently. And it won't come by force, it will come from doing exactly what we ask it to do - to maximize our engagement. Our future depends on retaining the ability to control our attention.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

Want to be more creative? Once a week, research something you aren’t initially interested in.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

3 years

Or perhaps it's a brilliant way to visualize your path through life?

Matt Henderson

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3 years

the dumbest way to solve a maze? simulate a gas of thousands of particles diffusing from the start point, until one particle reaches the exit. trace back the winning particle

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Brian Lamb

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2 years

Today I am pleased to share the latest output of this optimism - a new tool called @getfocusable . It’s early days. And there’s still a lot of work ahead. But we’re moving in a direction I’m excited about. You can read all about it here: #optimalist

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

4 years

@noampomsky "we should just stop quoting"

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

Does this feel familiar?

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 months

@gautam_at @dvassallo Bosch shipped a version of it, all other manufacturers had access to it.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

1 year

I just used @getfocusable to recharge myself for 5 minutes at the end of the work day. I did some breathing, eye relief and progressive muscle relaxation activities. Now I am ready to focus on my family for the evening. Later this week you'll be able to do this too.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

5 years

"Podcast episodes are more like great concept albums than they are songs. ...And just like great concept albums, episodes need hit songs that can be curated to generate interest in the whole thing."

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

Traveling to see our team in Warsaw. It is so easy to get locked into Twitter binges when traveling. Used @getfocusable during my layover in Frankfurt to force a 10 minute break. Did some box breathing, some neck exercises and just spent some time focusing on the horizon.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 months

We've done quite a few products over the years: @swivl @RecapThat @gosynth @SkilledSpace @getengageable etc. Some have worked, others not so much. It's been fascinating to see how the best parts of each are converging into Mirror. Each product was a lesson to build upon.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

2 years

This is why @getfocusable will never incorporate task lists, but will integrate with your calendar (soon). 👇

Nir Eyal

@nireyal

2 years

For decades, I ran my life from a to-do list. Every morning, when I’d start my work day, the first place I’d look was my to-do list. I’d start checking off boxes, unaware that I was using the tool all wrong. Here’s why: 👇👇

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

1 year

Listening well to a person is a skill we need to invest in both for the future of jobs and for the stability of society.

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Brian Lamb

@blambroll

1 month

@adcock_brett Mechanical engineering has a weird asymmetry in that its incredibly difficult and non-obvious to make things work - but once they do work - its incredibly easy and obvious how to replicate it.

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Brian Lamb

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3 years

“Learning doesn’t happen without relationships,” 👏 ⁦ @edutopia ⁩

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