First, I loved how Guy wrote a book that is straight to the point while incorporating Japanese culture into it.

Now jumping into the lessons I learned:

  • When people thank you after you help them, the optimal response should be along the lines of “I know you’d do the same for me”
  • The ideal format of a presentation should be 10 slides, 20 minutes, using 30 point font
  • When faced with an “enchanting” proposition, consider the following:
    • If I waited for a week, I’d still make the same decision
    • I’ve done my homework by reading reports and reviews of the product, service, organization, or idea
    • I’m fully aware of the total costs of this decision, including installation, support, maintenance, subscriptions, and upgrades
    • The decision will not harm people or the environment
    • The decision is not illegal, immoral, or unethical
    • If no one could see what I was doing, I would still do it
    • If everyone could see that I was doing this, I would still do it

This book is a must-read. Grab Guy’s book at your nearest bookstore or online.

Happy Reading,

Gaby