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The best business ideas come from noticing what's working and doing it better, faster, or for a different audience.
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“your job is to be a DOT collector”
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What It Means
Actively seek diverse experiences and connections without knowing their future utility
Why It Matters
Success often comes from unexpected combinations of past experiences and relationships
When It's True
When you have time horizon to let experiences compound and connect
When It's Risky
When you need immediate focus and can't afford exploration
How to Apply
1
Say yes to interesting invitations
2
Meet people outside your normal circles
3
Take on unusual experiences
4
Document connections between experiences
Example Scenario
“Accepting invitation to speak at conference in Latvia leads to meeting future business partner”