The best programmers are the quickest to Google

You know the famous quote:

“Never commit to memory what can be easily looked up in books” - Albert Einstein.

So unless you’ve already memorized that sorting algorithm by heart, why in the world would you want to spend 2 hours trying to figure it out yourself? Worst, why would you want to re-implement something half-assed from scratch when you can just find someone who’s done it before?

Excluding for fun and educational purposes, I can understand some reasons wanting to build out something proprietary long term, but chances are, unless you’re an absolute genius, the collaborative efforts of an open source project will beat whatever you can do in 8 hrs.

If you need to implement something in code and it’s not cutting edge technology, Google it first. If someone else hasn't already done it yet, you’re either Googling it wrong or way off in what you’re trying to accomplish. If you’ve given it your best effort, find someone to ask for help.

The best programmers I know understand how to architect and build large projects piece by piece. They can focus on the macro because don’t get hung up in the pieces. They know how to use Google to find solutions fast. DRY.

http://blog.framebase.io/post/43973262180/the-best-programmers-are-the-quickest-to-google

【後宮甄環告訴我的事】

成大事必備9種能力、9種手段、9種心態

一：沉穩
（1）不要隨便顯露你的情緒。
（2）不要逢人就訴說你的困難和遭遇。
（3）在徵詢別人的意見之前，自己先思考，但不要先講。
（4）不要一有機會就嘮叨你的不滿。
（5）重要的決定儘量有別人商量，最好隔一天再發佈。
（6）講話不要有任何的慌張，走路也是。

二：細心
（1）對身邊發生的事情，常思考它們的因果關係。
（2）對做不到位的執行問題，要發掘它們的根本癥結。
（3）對習以為常的做事方法，要有改進或優化的建議。
（4）做什麼事情都要養成有條不紊和井然有序的習慣。
（5）經常去找幾個別人看不出來的毛病或弊端。
（6）自己要隨時隨地對有所不足的地方補位。

三：膽識
（1）不要常用缺乏自信的詞句
（2）不要常常反悔，輕易推翻已經決定的事。
（3）在眾人爭執不休時，不要沒有主見。
（4）整體氛圍低落時，你要樂觀、陽光。
（5）做任何事情都要用心，因為有人在看著你。
（6）事情不順的時候，歇口氣，重新尋找突破口，就結束也要乾淨俐落。

四：大度
（1）不要刻意把有可能是夥伴的人變成對手。
（2）對別人的小過失、小錯誤不要斤斤計較。
（3）在金錢上要大方，學習三施（財施、法施、無畏施）
（4）不要有權力的傲慢和知識的偏見。
（5）任何成果和成就都應和別人分享。
（6）必須有人犧牲或奉獻的時候，自己走在前面。

五：誠信
（1）做不到的事情不要說，說了就努力做到。
（2）虛的口號或標語不要常掛嘴上。
（3）針對客戶提出的“不誠信"問題，拿出改善的方法。
（4）停止一切“不道德"的手段。
（5）耍弄小聰明，要不得！
（6）計算一下產品或服務的誠信代價，那就是品牌成本。

六：擔當
（1）檢討任何過失的時候，先從自身或自己人開始反省。
（2）事項結束後，先審查過錯，再列述功勞。
（3）認錯從上級開始，表功從下級啟動
（4）著手一個計畫，先將權責界定清楚，而且分配得當。
（5）對“怕事"的人或組織要挑明瞭說。
（6）因為勇於承擔責任所造成的損失，公司應該承擔

成大事的九種手段：

1、敢於決斷－－克服猶豫不定的習性
很多人之所以一事無成，最大的毛病就是缺乏敢於決斷的手段，總是左顧右盼、思前想後，從而錯失成功的最佳時機。成大事者在看到事情的成功可能性到來時，敢於做出重大決斷，因此取得先機。

2、挑戰弱點－－徹底改變自己的缺陷
人人都有弱點，不能成大事者總是固守自己的弱點，一生都不會發生重大轉變；能成大事者總是善於從自己的弱點上開刀，去把自己變成一個能力超強的人。一個連自己的缺陷都不能糾正的人，只能是失敗者！

3、突破困境－－從失敗中撮成功的資本
人生總要面臨各種困境的挑戰，甚至可以說困境就是“鬼門關”。一般人會在困境面前渾身發抖，而成大事者則能把困境變為成功的有力跳板。

4、抓住機遇－－善於選擇、善於創造
機遇就是人生最大的財富。有些人浪費機遇輕而易舉，所以一個個有巨大潛力的機遇都悄然溜跑，成大事都是絕對不允許溜走，並且能縱身撲向機遇。

5、發揮強項－－做自己最擅長的事情
一個能力極弱的人肯定難以打開人生局面，他必定是人生舞臺上重量級選手的犧牲品；成大事者關於在自己要做的事情上，充分施展才智，一步一步地拓寬成功之路。

6、調整心態－－切忌讓情緒傷害自己
心態消極的人，無論如何都挑不起生活和重擔，因為他們無法直面一個個人生挫折，成大事者則關於高速心態，即使在毫無希望時，也能看到一線成功的亮光。

7、立即行動－－只說不做，徒勞無益
一次行動勝過百遍心想。有些人是“語言的巨人，行動的矮子”，所以看不到更為實際現實的事情在他身上發生；成大事者是每天都靠行動來落實自己的人生計畫的。

8、善於交往－－巧妙利用人力資源
一個人不懂得交往，必然會推動人際關係的力量。成大事者的特點之一是：善於靠借力、借熱去營造成功的局勢，從而能把一件件難以辦成的事辦成，實現自己人生的規劃。

9、重新規劃－－站到更高的起點上
人生是一個過程，成功也是一個過程。你如果滿足于小成功，就會推動大成功。成大事者懂得從小到大的艱辛過程，所以在實現了一個個小成功之後，能繼續拆開下一個人生的“密封袋”。

13 Things You Should Never Say At Work

Here are 13 phrases that should be banned from the office:

1. “It’s not fair.”
2. “That’s not my problem,” “That’s not my job,” or “I don’t get paid enough for this.”
• If your boss issues an unreasonable request, rather than saying, ‘You’ve got to be kidding me. I don’t get paid enough for this,’ instead say, ‘I’ll be glad to help. Given my current tasks of A, B, and C, which one of these shall I place on hold while I work on this new assignment?’ This clearly communicates teamwork and helpfulness, while reminding your boss of your current work load and the need to set realistic expectations.”
3. “I think…”
• To convey a command of content and passion for your subject, substitute the word ‘think’ with ‘believe’ and replace ‘might’ with ‘will.’”
4. “No problem.”
• In business and social situations, if you want to be perceived as well-mannered and considerate, respond to thank you’s with, “You’re welcome.”
5. “I’ll try.”
• “In your speech, especially with senior leaders, replace the word ‘try’ with the word and intention of ‘will.’
6. “He’s a jerk,” or “She’s lazy,” or “My job stinks,” or “I hate this company.”
• Avoid making unkind, judgmental statements that will inevitably reflect poorly on you. If you have a genuine complaint about someone or something, communicate the issue with tact, consideration and neutrality.
7. “But we've always done it that way.”
• This phrase reveals you are the opposite: stuck in the past, inflexible, and closed-minded. “Instead say, ‘Wow, that’s an interesting idea. How would that work?’ Or, ‘That’s a different approach. Let’s discuss the pros and cons.’”
8. “That’s impossible” or “There’s nothing I can do.”
• Instead, try something like, “I’ll be glad to check on it again,” “Let’s discuss what’s possible under these circumstances,” or, “What I can do is this.”
9. “You should have…” or “You could have…”
• Instead of making someone feel guilty (even if they are), take a more productive non-judgmental approach.” Say, “Next time, to ensure proper planning, please bring this to my attention immediately.” Or, “In the future, I recommend…”
10. “You guys.” 
• With fellow professionals such as your boss, co-workers and clients, substitute “you guys” with terms such as “your organization” or “your team” or simply “you.”
11. “I may be wrong, but…” or “This may be a silly idea, but…”
• Eliminate any prefacing phrase that demeans the importance of who you are or lessens the significance of what you contribute
12. “Don’t you think?” or “Okay?” 
• if your goal is to communicate a confident commanding message and persuade people to see it your way, instead of hedging make your statement or recommendation with certainty. Imagine an investment banker saying, “This is a good way to invest your money, don’t you think? I’ll proceed, if that’s okay with you.” Instead, you’d probably want to hear something like: “This strategy is a wise investment that provides long-term benefits. With your approval, I’ll wire the money by 5pm today.”
13. “I don’t have time for this right now,” or “I’m too busy.”
• To foster positive relations and convey empathy, say instead: I’d be happy to discuss this with you after my morning meetings. May I stop by your office around 1pm?”

http://www.forbes.com/sites/jacquelynsmith/2013/02/15/13-things-you-should-never-say-at-work/

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