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I think a chrome extension to block all HN links about Tim Ferriss is in order, but leaves the HN comments (which are the actual interesting bits). While I am
by fingerprinter 16y ago
I think a chrome extension to block all HN links about Tim Ferriss is in order, but leaves the HN comments (which are the actual interesting bits).
While I am genuinely impressed and shocked at his ability to self-promote, the content is ALWAYS a waste of time. Meta-lessons about self promotion and marketing are interesting...wish I could extract those without actually reading the content as when TF speaks, I just seem to get more and more angry.
Asking a genuine question: What is a good hack to get over the feeling that self-promotion is slimy? Not that I want to go all out like TF, but it would be interesting to have it in ones bag of tricks that you can turn to when needed.
- neilk 16y agoCould be a couple of reasons. In some cultures, to talk about one's own achievements just isn't done. To get over that you have to recognize that what makes sense for a family or group of friends isn't appropriate in business, where people have to make quick decisions about whom to listen to or associate with. You also feel slimy if you don't actually believe what you're saying. Start with the attitude of 'how can I help the other person'. If you think you have something of value to give them, what's wrong with that? Tell the truth, maybe even also your shortcomings. You don't have to dwell on them. Look at how Pinboard.in lists the reasons a customer might not want their product.
- greyman 16y agoWhat's so intolerable about Tim Ferriss? Just this month, I read portions of his two books, and have found them quite interesting... he's not 100% correct, but is able to generate new ideas or inspire. But maybe that just me here.