a Little Light

a Little Light

Writings from an optimist focused on getting smart slowly. Expect thoughts on tech, thinking, and truth. 100s of essays archived at https://jonli.wordpress.com/

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Plans are Nothing, Planning is Everything

Plans are Nothing, Planning is Everything

In a world of uncertainty and opportunity, plans never work out, but planning remains a critical exercise.
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Applying the Hedgehog Concept

Applying the Hedgehog Concept

Thoughts on Making Good to Great’s Hedgehog Actionable Today.
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The New 52 in 52 for 2016

The New 52 in 52 for 2016

Three years ago, I started reading 52 books a year — one for each of the 52 weeks in a year. Driven by feedback from mentors to read, the…
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“Think Big, Start Small, Act Fast” — @jonli’s blog since 2007. Formerly published at: https://jonli.wordpress.com/

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What Are You Optimizing For?

What Are You Optimizing For?

The decisions we make directly reflect our journey. What are some strategies to deploy?
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Bypassing the Great Firewall

Bypassing the Great Firewall

Simple methods for beating the Great Firewall of China and accessing the global internet.
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Jon LiMar 7
Apps Worth Paying For

Apps Worth Paying For

The majority of applications on our mobiles are free, so which ones are deserving of your credit card?
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Jon LiMar 4
Software Defends Hardware

Software Defends Hardware

Why software may be the only way hardware startups can remain competitive and differentiated.
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Jon LiFeb 1
The Email Newsletter

The Email Newsletter

Why the newsletter is a powerful way to deliver content and suggestions worth reading.
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Jon LiJan 18
In Defense of Hong Kong

In Defense of Hong Kong

Where common negatives of this vibrant city are reframed as positives.
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Jon LiJan 12
What We Saw in IoT

What We Saw in IoT

A brief recap of early stage IoT in 2015
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Jon LiJan 4
3 More Questions to Ask

3 More Questions to Ask

As an extrovert that has lived in 5 cities over the past 6 years, starting and initiating conversations has more or less become second…
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Jon LiDec 11, 2015
Best Reads of 2015

Best Reads of 2015

The most noteworthy reads this year, straight from my Kindle.
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Jon LiDec 7, 2015
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