Kevin Kelly: ‘103 Bits of Advice I Wish I Had Known’

Kevin Kelly:

Today is my birthday. I turn 70. I’ve learned a few things so far that might be helpful to others. For the past few years, I’ve jotted down bits of unsolicited advice each year and much to my surprise I have more to add this year. So here is my birthday gift to you all: 103 bits of wisdom I wish I had known when I was young.

Pure gold. I’ll pick three to quote:

  • Three things you need: The ability to not give up something till it works, the ability to give up something that does not work, and the trust in other people to help you distinguish between the two.

  • There is no such thing as being “on time.” You are either late or you are early. Your choice.

  • Every breakthrough is at first laughable and ridiculous. In fact if it did not start out laughable and ridiculous, it is not a breakthrough.

★ Monday, 2 May 2022