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2023 Annual Report

The Wolf of Harcourt Street • 479 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
💰 Finance Lessons Learned
  1. Achieved a return of 34.3% in 2023 compared to 24.1% for the S&P.
  2. Focused on refining the investment strategy, promoting Growth at a Reasonable Price (GARP) over Growth at Any Price (GAAP), and emphasizing value for long-term market-beating potential.
  3. Learned lessons such as avoiding blind dollar-cost averaging, seeking stocks with low expectations, and collaborating with others to improve quality and results.

Richmond, VA Graduation Shooting Report Released

School Shooting Data Analysis and Reports • 59 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🚌 Education Lessons Learned
  1. Lack of planning, 'siloed' information, and not following mandatory threat reporting procedures contributed to the fatal shooting in Richmond, VA.
  2. Security planning needs to include off-campus events and communication of on-campus threats to event staff and security contractors.
  3. Staff should strictly adhere to mandatory reporting procedures, share threat assessments with all team members, and prioritize safety in school events.
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TMI Lessons: what was learned and what should have been learned

Gordian Knot News • 131 implied HN points • 27 Oct 23
🚌 Education Lessons Learned
  1. Lessons learned from Three Mile Island highlighted the inadequacies in nuclear power safety and regulatory systems.
  2. Two major lies in the nuclear establishment were exposed at Three Mile Island, showing the need for accountability.
  3. The NRC's incompetence and flaws showcased at Three Mile Island suggest the need for a complete overhaul of the regulatory system.

Passed CISSP 1st Attempt With 10 Weeks of Prep: My Journey, Study Plan, & Lessons Learned

Austin's Analects • 3 HN points • 05 Apr 24
🚌 Education Lessons Learned
  1. Consider getting a certification to boost your career even if you lack experience. It can help build confidence and knowledge.
  2. Create a structured study plan with practice problems and pacing. Consistent review and memory tricks can enhance learning.
  3. Prioritize materials that work best for you, such as crash courses and memorization techniques. Avoid excessive reading of success/failure stories for focus.

Climbing Mt Rainier: My Journey - Part 2

Madhur’s Writings • 28 implied HN points • 22 May 23
🏝 Travel Lessons Learned
  1. Prepare for the worst when going into the unknown, trust your resources, and work together with your team.
  2. To achieve something great, be prepared to put in a lot of effort and walk a lot.
  3. Stay calm and patient when faced with unexpected challenges, make sound decisions, and keep moving forward with practice and determination.

MOSIS

FreakTakes • 13 implied HN points • 05 Nov 23
🕹 Technology Lessons Learned
  1. MOSIS project facilitated cheaper and faster access to computer chips for researchers in the 1980s.
  2. The program encouraged modularity, open interfaces, and coordination to enhance research feedback cycles.
  3. MOSIS played a key role in advancing semiconductor design by enabling unbundling of design and production tasks.

Expensive Lessons That Accelerated My Tech Career

🔮 Crafting Tech Teams • 0 implied HN points • 30 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Lessons Learned
  1. Expensive mistakes can lead to valuable lessons that accelerate career growth.
  2. Joining specialized book clubs can improve psychological safety in the team's work environment and boost book-reading skills with tips like speed reading and accountability groups.
  3. Consider subscribing to Crafting Tech Teams for a 7-day free trial to access valuable insights and full post archives on tech career acceleration.

Ted Lasso Just Got Fired

The Experiment • 0 implied HN points • 13 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Lessons Learned
  1. Pete Carroll emphasizes the importance of having fun and building a positive culture in sports.
  2. Carroll prioritizes self-discovery and self-love as essential for personal growth and success.
  3. Carroll's coaching methods focus on embracing individuality, creating a safe learning environment, and maximizing the potential of each player.

Missions from god

The Daily Developer • 0 implied HN points • 03 Aug 23
🕹 Technology Lessons Learned
  1. Reflect on the reasons behind your decisions before embarking on a mission in your team.
  2. Consider making a business case and involving your team members in decision-making processes.
  3. Be aware of the impact your actions may have on others, as your choices can have lasting consequences.

Who is Violet Paniko?

Xavi Benjamin • 0 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
🎶 Music Lessons Learned
  1. Violet Paniko had a successful year in 2023, with around 20k song streams in the first year of creating music.
  2. Collaboration with producers Cardec and NoLa was a highlight for Violet Paniko's music project.
  3. The post discusses what went well, what didn't, and the lessons learned for the future.