Root for your friends

Heads‑up: The concept of this post might seem trivial, but it can improve your career, happiness, and the people you care about. Proceed without caution. It only takes about 10 minutes to read. What is “Root For Your Friends”? It’s getting excited for your friends when something good happens, and rejecting jealousy. It’s deeply believing that a rising tide lifts all boats. It’s understanding that most games in life aren’t zero‑sum; they’re wildly positive‑sum. Outcomes: If you read this post, you will be more: excited for your friends generous with your praise and support open to collaborating with others likely to introduce your friends to people who can help them Note: I call a friend who roots for you a hypeman or a hype friend. The Hypeman Flywheel The most underrated part of rooting for you friends is that it benefits everyone. A flywheel is a concept where each input creates a positive feedback loop that improves the next loop. A good example of a flywheel in busines ... Read full article.