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Mindshift  by Barbara Oakley reminded me that it’s never too late to become someone new. We are not bound by our past choices or limited by our current skills. Through learning, effort, and courage, we can break old patterns and unlock hidden potential. Reinvention is not a leap — it’s a series of small, deliberate shifts. Summary Oakley explores how ordinary people reinvent themselves through unexpected learning paths. She shows that the brain stays adaptable throughout life — capable of growth, rewiring, and transformation. Mindshifts happen when we step outside our comfort zone, embrace being a beginner, and follow curiosity over fear. Key Lessons You Are Not Just One Identity : Who you were is not who you must remain. Embrace the Beginner’s Mind : Great transformations begin with humble first steps. Neuroplasticity Is Real : The brain can change — skills can be built at any age. Follow Curiosity, Not Labels : Don’t let titles define you — let learning guide you. Mindset Applications On my path to mastery, I ask: Am I avoiding new skills because I fear being average? Do I allow myself to evolve beyond old labels? What can I learn today that my future self will thank me for? Mindshift  is a promise: I am not finished. I can shift, adapt, and become more than I once imagined.

Mindshift: Reinventing Yourself Through Learning

Mindshift  by Barbara Oakley reminded me that it’s never too late to become someone new. We are not bound by our past choices or limited...

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Think Again  by Adam Grant reminded me that growth is not just about learning — it’s about unlearning. We often cling to beliefs, ideas, and identities that once served us, but no longer do. True wisdom lies not in certainty, but in curiosity. To rethink is not to doubt ourselves; it is to stay open to who we can still become. Summary Grant introduces the concept of the scientist mindset  — approaching life with questions, experiments, and the willingness to change our mind. Instead of defending our opinions like preachers, prosecutors, or politicians, we must think like learners: testing, refining, evolving. The greatest danger is not ignorance — it is the illusion of knowledge. Key Lessons Let Go of Certainty : Certainty can become a mental trap. Growth begins when we say, “I might be wrong.” Embrace Intellectual Humility : Confidence is not knowing everything; it’s trusting we can figure things out. Update Your Identity : Don’t tie your identity to old beliefs. Be defined by your ability to evolve. Rethinking Is Strength : Changing your mind is not weakness — it’s growth in motion. Mindset Applications In my pursuit of mastery, I reflect: Am I defending my beliefs, or examining them? When presented with new evidence, do I resist or reconsider? Do I value being right, or becoming better? Think Again  is a reminder that the mind must remain in motion. Mastery is not a fixed destination — it is the courage to rethink, relearn, and rise again.

Think Again: The Power of Rethinking

Think Again  by Adam Grant reminded me that growth is not just about learning — it’s about unlearning. We often cling to beliefs, ideas,...

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Mindset  by Carol S. Dweck taught me one of the most transformative truths: our potential is not fixed — it is expandable. The way we think about our abilities determines how far we grow. A growth mindset is not motivation; it is a philosophy of effort, resilience, and self-belief. Summary Dweck reveals two core mindsets: the fixed mindset , which believes abilities are born, and the growth mindset , which believes abilities are built. Those with a growth mindset embrace challenges, persist through setbacks, and see failure not as proof of limitation, but as a path to mastery. Key Lessons Effort Over Talent : Talent may start you, but effort grows you. Failure as Feedback : Mistakes are data — lessons pointing to the next step. The Power of “Yet” : “I can’t do this” becomes “I can’t do this yet .” Identity vs. Progress : Seek progress, not perfection. Mindset Applications In my pursuit of mastery, I ask: Am I protecting my ego, or pursuing growth? When I fail, do I retreat or reflect? Do I practice consistently, or only when it’s comfortable? The growth mindset isn’t about believing we can do anything — it’s about believing we can become anything through learning, effort, and time.

Mindset: The Power of Belief in Growth

Mindset  by Carol S. Dweck taught me one of the most transformative truths: our potential is not fixed — it is expandable. The way we...

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In a world full of noise and decisions, I believe principles are our anchor. Ray Dalio taught me that success is not luck — it is built through systems, reflection, and the courage to live by rules we set for ourselves. Principles are how we turn chaos into clarity. Summary Principles  is not just a book about business; it is a guide to building a life driven by truth and consistency. Dalio shares how he created decision frameworks to navigate complexity, recover from failure, and grow with intention. He shows that when we define our values and rules, we no longer react — we respond with purpose. Key Lessons Create Decision Principles : Don’t rely on emotion — build rules for how you choose, act, and lead. Embrace Pain + Reflection : Growth comes from facing mistakes, studying them, and extracting lessons. Build Systems, Not Goals : Goals can be reached once, but systems make excellence repeatable. Be Radically Honest with Yourself : Self-deception kills progress; truth accelerates mastery. Mindset Applications In my own journey, principles are my compass. I ask myself: Do I have systems, or am I relying on motivation? When I fail, do I reflect or react? Are my decisions guided by values, or by impulse? Principles are a promise — a commitment to how I live, lead, and improve. When I live by them, I don’t need to chase control. I already have it.

Principles: Designing a Life of Clarity and Discipline

In a world full of noise and decisions, I believe principles are our anchor. Ray Dalio taught me that success is not luck — it is built through systems, reflection, and the courage to live by rules we set for ourselves. Principles are how we turn chaos into clarity. Summary Principles  is not just a book about business; it is a guide to building a life driven by truth and consistency. Dalio shares how he created decision frameworks to navigate complexity, recover from failure, and grow with...

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The Art of War, though rooted in ancient warfare, speaks to a timeless truth: every battle begins in the mind. As a leader, I don’t read Sun Tzu for conflict, but for clarity. Strategy, positioning, timing — these are principles I apply not on the battlefield, but in every decision, negotiation, and challenge I face. Summary Sun Tzu teaches that victory is not achieved through strength alone, but through wisdom — understanding terrain, knowing oneself, and anticipating the opponent. True power lies in preparation, adaptation, and remaining calm amidst uncertainty. Key Lessons Know Yourself, Know the Opponent : Self-awareness and observation are the foundation of strategy. Win Before the Battle : Preparation, planning, and positioning remove the need for force. Adapt Like Water : Flexibility is strength; rigidity is defeat. Leaders Lead with Calm : Emotion clouds strategy — clarity commands respect. Mindset Applications In leadership, every challenge is a battlefield of choices. I ask myself: Am I reacting emotionally or responding strategically? Have I positioned myself for success before making a move? Do I truly know the landscape — the people, motivations, risks? The Art of War is not about conflict; it is about mastery of self. The greatest victory, as Sun Tzu says, is the one won without fighting.

The Art of War: Strategy of the Mind

The Art of War, though rooted in ancient warfare, speaks to a timeless truth: every battle begins in the mind. As a leader, I don’t read...

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Mastery, to me, is the ultimate pursuit — not of perfection, but of purpose. Robert Greene reminds us that greatness is not a gift; it is a journey of dedication, patience, and deep practice. As an entrepreneur and leader, I believe mastery is the mindset that separates the ordinary from the extraordinary. Summary In Mastery , Greene explores the lives of historical and modern masters — from Leonardo da Vinci to modern innovators — revealing a universal pattern. Every master begins as an apprentice, embracing humility, discipline, and a relentless desire to learn. Mastery is not about talent; it is about commitment to a lifelong craft. Key Lessons Embrace Apprenticeship : True mastery begins when we surrender our ego and become students again. Practice with Intention : Growth comes not from repetition, but from deliberate, focused improvement. Seek Mentorship : A great mentor accelerates our evolution by teaching us to see what we cannot yet see. Persist Through Plateaus : The path is slow, often frustrating, but the breakthroughs belong to those who do not quit. Mindset Applications As leaders, we must build systems of learning, not just systems of achievement. I remind myself daily: Am I still learning, or just performing? Am I willing to be a beginner again, even after success? Am I choosing depth over distraction? Mastery is not a destination. It is a vow I make to my craft — to improve, to explore, and to never settle. This mindset, more than any tactic, is what builds legacy.

Mastery: The Path to Lifelong Excellence

Mastery, to me, is the ultimate pursuit — not of perfection, but of purpose. Robert Greene reminds us that greatness is not a gift; it is...

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I want to pay attention to mental health and how to sustain it through different routines. #mentalhealth #meditation #spirituality www.alejandroescandon.com Life is getting more sophisticated for everyone. Although, at the same time, information, technology, research, knowledge, science are constantly changing. A clear example of this is sports. The world's number one tennis player the 80's was not even at half the level of the best three tennis players in the world nowadays. Why? It is because of evolution and sophistication of different variables. Mind, training, technic, materials, nutrition and other practices have changed brutally since then. Djokovic’s diet has not animal protein, is a plant based diet supported by ethical and moral reasons about animals, climate change (CO2) and of course other healthy benefits. It is just an example on the new routines and habits that professionals are involving in theirs life. The outcome is much higher performance . Coming back to the header of this article, mental health studies are evolving at high speed and we cannot ignore it. We need to work on it, we need to react, take action of it. Flexibility and adaptability are some of the most important #softskills  for the next decade, and they will have an active role in all this context.  The possibilities that our mind is offering to us are just awesome. Mind is connected to our body and they are constantly interacting about millions of things. Every second, even when we are sleeping our brain and body have an intense interaction between each other. Spirituality, meditation, mindfulness, plant base diet, yoga, exercise, active listening to our body, breathing technics... Options are there and the performance and the results of them are evident. Our mood, character, thoughts, behaviors are influenced by our habits and they are connected with nutrition, exercise and sleep. It means that we can push our own performance, train our mind, body and health.  I had a burnout, but now, after six months, I can only feel grateful about it. My life at work had become to sacrifice my self for others since long time ago, and everything just exploded. The result of it was stress, lack of confidence, negatives thoughts... my mind was not working anymore and my body was reacting with tiredness, skin irritations, sleeping problems, no motivation, loneliness... I would not wish this feeling to anyone. Since then, day by day, I started to read and practice on the following topics and the results are awesome: - Spirituality : We don't have a choice. People and the world need to be more spiritual. So, what is exactly? There is not a specific definition but Its qualities are full of meaning. Love, compassion, patience, tolerance, forgiveness, responsibility, harmony... They will develop our inner peace and they will be the the core and the blocks of our happiness. - Meditation and mindfulness : It is a powerful tool to train our attention , our mind , our consciousness , our thoughts. Results will increase our self concept, well being, perception, peace.There are thousands of different exercises, just pick the one that will fit better for you and start to work. - Diet : We are what we eat! Just as simple as that. We need to be reeducated about our eating habits. It's not complicated , we just need to be more conscious about it, we don't need to go to the extremes. We already know that refined sugar is not good for us, we know that meat will cause us an enormous effort and waste of energy in the digestion ( not talking yet about the environment or unethical modern methods of factory farming ), but yet we still consume both in excessive quantities. I still love meat, but what i am trying yo do is reducing considerably my consumption. On the other hand, foods derived from plants e.g. veggies, grains, nuts, seeds, legumes and fruits are good for us, so we just need to add them in more quantities to our diet. - Yoga : It's a practice that will workout your body and your mind. It is physical, mental and spiritual . And it will have an indirect impact in your diet because you will understand better to your body and you will notice things that you haven't noticed before (digestion is one of them). Yoga is  amazing to  develop our breath. No-one in life has told me how to breath properly, how to exercise it, how to practice it, and we need to do it , we need to know how to do it. So, let’s just practice it! The world is changing very fast and applying these practices in our routines , creating these variables into habits, we would transform a better world for everyone (spirituality), we would increase the quality of our inner life (health) and the most promising, we can develop and train our mind set (mental health).

Mental health - we don't have a choice.

I want to pay attention to mental health and how to sustain it through different routines. #mentalhealth #meditation #spirituality ...

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There is a new trend in the labour market that is called "future of jobs" where the soft skills seems to need more development versus the traditional hard skills. First of all, I asked myself, What is a soft skill? Do I have any? Wikipedia defines soft skills as "a combination of people skills, social skills, communication skills, character of personality traits, attitudes, career attributes, social intelligence and emotional intelligence quotients". Clear right? I am pretty sure that you have identified yourself with many of them. If not , do you have a chance to develop some of them? The answer will really just depend on your attitudes. But I wonder, Why I was learning hard skills only? Is all the education system doing it wrong? I have studied accounting, marketing, statics, sales, human resources, finance, law in the University. Then I got a master degree and studied investments, finance, real estate, commodities, hedge funds. Then I got a second master and I have studied accounting, taxes, legal, financial analysis. And then, one morning , I arrived at a new job and I cannot apply almost anything that I have learned. Guess what, you start to develop your #softskills. What are the main soft skills for the next years? Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Drones, Biotech, Eco, Smart Cities - everything is changing so fast and are we ready to be out there with our soft skills or do we need again hard skills to recycle our self and survive in the next wave of future jobs? Let's start with ourself and our soft skills. They have an unlimited upside of development, no cap, not risk of failure and fun challenge to participate in. #Socialskills: Help, collaborate, respect, resolving conflict, appropriate behaviour with others. To develop social skills , it's important to be conscious, an active listener, emphatic and precise in our verbal and non verbal communications. Some advantages: More relationships: you will became more charismatic, a desirable trait. The relationships will help you to get a job, get promoted and make new relationships. Communication: Naturally you will enrich your communications skills. Happiness: You will boost your self-esteem, mental health and you will reduce your stress and anxiety.   #Emotionalintelligence: "The ability to perceive emotions, to access and generate emotions so as assist thought, to understand emotions, emotional knowledge, and to reflectively regulate emotions so as to promote emotional intellectual growth" Mayer & Salovey. These powerful words are explain in more detail by Daniel Goldeman and his five components of emotional intelligence: Self-awareness: Identified our own emotions. Internal motivation: The flow that comes with being immersed in an activity. Self-regulation: Control and redirect disruptive impulses and moods. Empathy: Understand other people mood, thoughts or behaviours. Social skills: proficiency in managing relationships. #Designthinking: An innovative way of think to solve problems, create new products, needs, understand people behaviours through a method of five phases. Inspiration: Understand the problem or the opportunity Empathy: Understand people needs and want. Ideation: Generare the idea. Brainstorming, think out of the box, frameworks, tell more stories, communicate. Implementation: Turn idea in something concrete. Prototyping: Turn idea into a product, service, problem solving... #futureofjobs #softskills

From the reality to the future of Jobs

There is a new trend in the labour market that is called "future of jobs" where the soft skills seems to need more development versus the...

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