Talking, or “convincing” people to do things. Listening is far more important. — Originally posted on Quora. Leonard Kim consults startups and writes books like The Etiquette of Social Media: How to Connect and Respond to Others in the World of Social Media
How is it that you appreciate the highs of your life without the lows? Doesn’t that just seem like a boring way to live life? Without my hard times, or stress as you may call it, I probably would still be the same person I was when I was 14. Young and sheltered, with a … Read more
It was 2006. I was 21 years old. I worked at North Hollywood Toyota. My ex had just left me. I had absolutely no clue what I was doing in my life. I was out being a reckless mess. I was sleeping with every woman I could find. I was just being self destructive, trying … Read more
One night back in 2006 when I was 21, this mentor of mine who was only 26 years old and earning $13 million a year had invited me out to visit him in Santa Monica. He probably asked me to show up around eight in the evening. I lagged like no tomorrow and showed up … Read more
Someone on Quora had asked me: “Do we have to ‘beg’ for success? Sometimes it seems like hardwork/focusing on what you love isn’t enough to get us there. Is it true that ‘If You Want to Be Successful, You Have to Beg For It ‘ ?” This is how I responded: When you’re hungry, do you … Read more
What Is Quora and Why Should I Provide My Knowledge There for Free? I wrote my first post on May 15, 2013. I had 3 followers. I felt ignored since only 102 people viewed my content for the whole month, so I wasn’t compelled to write again. Then on June 20, 2013, my first post … Read more
Cover up all your flaws and portray the image of perfection. — Originally posted on Quora. Leonard Kim consults startups and writes books like The Etiquette of Social Media: How to Connect and Respond to Others in the World of Social Media
Someone on Quora had asked me: “How do I support myself financially as a woman? What advice should a young woman be given about money if they are on their own for the first time? I am a 23 year old woman. Very pretty/beautiful, slim, petite, great figure. Except, I am no longer speaking to my … Read more
Becoming a classy woman is a process. A very thoroughly process that takes a lot of time, dedication, and practice. Step 1. Take lessons from the runway. Step 2. Start walking with your back straight. Step 3. Hold your chin high. Step 4. Look focused. Step 5. Take long strides and walk slowly. Step 6. … Read more
Wear a rubber band. Snap it really hard on your wrist when you have a negative thought. After a while, you’ll associate negative thinking with pain and then stop. Or have an attitude of gratitude. Think of five things you’re thankful for every morning. Live in the present and don’t be a slave to the … Read more