Life Lessons - The DESK Magazine (Page 5)

The Secret Is the Beginning

Those are the things that make big headlines and motivate us to push harder every day. While these stories are motivating and inspiring, they are also intimidating. Often so intimidating that we question everything we do. We compare our little project with the big ones who are already out there

by Tobias van Schneider

To stay productive, stay busy

This article is part of a series of principles I follow when approaching new side projects.

by Tobias van Schneider

Ignore Everybody

In general, I’m not a big fan of random ideas. Ideas are cheap, because everyone has them. Getting shit done is what counts in the end.

by Tobias van Schneider

A Jack of All Trades, a Master of Some

“A jack of all trades, master of none” is the famous saying. From early on in school we are trained to specialize. You should be a master in one field, they say.

by Tobias van Schneider

And Then? A Story about Perspective

Nowadays it’s all about growth, scale and about being successful. At least that’s what we get from social media and everyone around us. There is this little classic story about a fisherman and a businessman I would like to share with you. You might know it already, but

by Tobias van Schneider

Why Side Projects Should Be Stupid

The article below is an interview interview I did with FirstRound Capital back in 2014 but remains one of my favorite interviews today. If you're interested in getting some insight in how I approach my side projects (or even main projects) this article might give you the behind the scenes you were l